Maryland permit test
Test requirements, handbook sources, and practice for Maryland.
Test and permit facts
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| Fact | Maryland | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Agency | Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration | |
| Test name | knowledge test | |
| Test format scope | The recorded 25-question format and language list describe noncommercial Class C testing. The FAQ separately lists 20 questions for noncommercial Class A and B; commercial tests have different requirements. | |
| Questions | 25 | |
| Passing percentage | 88 | |
| Time limit (minutes) | 20 | |
| Online testing | MVA administers the exam at its offices. Its online tutorial provides practice. | Official source · PDF page 7 |
| Minimum permit age | 15 years and 9 months | |
| Permit fee | $65 for first-time Type I non-CDL applicants, including conversion to the full license. Previously licensed Type II applicants pay $45. | |
| Driver’s education | New drivers must complete MVA-approved driver education with at least 30 hours in the classroom and six behind the wheel; obtain the learner permit before starting in-car education. | |
| Retest rules | After the first failure, retest on the next business day if an appointment is available. After two or more failures, wait at least seven calendar days. | |
| Test languages | English, Spanish, American Sign Language, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese (Traditional), Farsi, French, Hindi, Korean, Nepali, Portuguese, Russian, Tagalog, Urdu, Vietnamese, Yoruba | |
| Handbook | Maryland Driver's Manual | |
| Handbook edition | October 2026 | Official source · PDF page 2 |
| Requirements for applicants under 18 | Bring identity and Social Security documentation, then pass vision and knowledge testing at the appointment. Applicants younger than 16 also need a school-verification form, completed by the school or co-signed by a parent or guardian. |
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Official source · PDF page 2
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