Michigan DMV Practice Test 2026

The Michigan knowledge test has 50 multiple-choice questions - one of the longest in the country. You need at least 40 correct (80%) to pass. The test covers road signs, traffic laws, and driving restrictions.

You need 80% to pass, which means getting at least 40 out of 50 questions correct. You can miss up to 10 questions and still pass.

You cannot retake the test the same day at a Secretary of State office: you must reschedule for a different day. The in-office test is free; the online KnowTo Drive test charges $6.50 per attempt and can be taken twice per calendar day, so a second attempt is allowed the same day and a third the next day. Michigan publishes no total attempt limit, and CDL applicants have a flat 1-day wait after each failed knowledge test.

You cannot retake the test the same day at a Secretary of State office: you must reschedule for a different day. The in-office test is free; the online KnowTo Drive test charges $6.50 per attempt and can be taken twice per calendar day, so a second attempt is allowed the same day and a third the next day. Michigan publishes no total attempt limit, and CDL applicants have a flat 1-day wait after each failed knowledge test. Study What Every Driver Must Know and focus on the areas where you missed questions.

The Level 1 license (learner's permit) fee is $25. Online testing through KnowToDrive costs $6.50 per attempt as a convenience fee. Branch office testing is included in the permit fee.