Michigan permit test
Test requirements, handbook sources, and practice for Michigan.
Test and permit facts
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| Fact | Michigan | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Agency | Michigan Department of State | |
| Test name | written driver knowledge test | |
| Teen exam rule | The teen Segment 1 course exam needs a score of at least 70%; this is distinct from the adult TIP knowledge test. | |
| Test duration notes | For the optional adult online test, allow about 45 minutes for Operator and about 15 minutes for Signs. These are approximate durations, not published hard time limits. | |
| Online testing | Adults 18 and older can test online using the required computer/webcam setup. | |
| Operator: applies to | Adult TIP testing; teen Segment 1 has its own course exam. | Official source · PDF page 21 |
| Minimum permit age | 14 years and 9 months for a GDL Level1 learner’s license after Segment1; adult TIP is a different route. | |
| Permit fee | $25 for a teen GDL Level1 learner’s license. | |
| Permit validity | An adult temporary instruction permit lasts 180 days. | Official source · PDF page 21 |
| Driver’s education | Teens under 18 follow GDL driver education; the handbook exempts teens licensed in another state for more than a year. Adults 18 or older use a separate licensing route without mandatory driver education. | |
| Retest rules | For in-office testing after failure, reschedule for a different day. | |
| Handbook | What Every Driver Must Know | |
| Handbook edition | October 2025 | Official source · PDF page 1 |
| Requirements for applicants under 18 | To apply for the Level 1 learner license, complete Segment 1 and pass its state exam, then attend a Secretary of State office with a parent or guardian. The Level 1 minimum age is 14 years and nine months. |
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