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Free DMV Permit Test Practice: New York 2025

  • Perfect for learner’s permit, driver’s license, and Senior Refresher Test
  • Based on official New York Driver's manual
  • Triple-checked for accuracy
  • Updated for September 2025

This New York DMV practice test, freshly updated for 2025, is your virtual co-pilot to acing the real permit test. It's packed with 20 essential questions sourced directly from the official 2025 NY Driver Handbook. If you're 16 or older and daydreaming about hitting the streets of New York, this practice test is your first step towards grabbing that learner's permit.

Official Exam: Key Features

  • 20 Multiple-Choice Questions: Dive into a set of questions focused on road signs, rules, and the art of safe driving.
  • Scoring System: A minimum of 14 correct answers is needed to pass, with a special spotlight on road signs (at least two questions).
  • No Cost for Retakes: Missed the mark? No sweat. Retake the test without extra fees.
  • Online Booking Convenience: Especially handy in the bustling metro areas, book your permit test with a few clicks.
  • Five-Year Validity: Once you pass, your learner’s permit stays valid for a whopping five years.
  • Enhanced Permit Option: U.S. citizens, here's your chance to upgrade. An enhanced permit doubles as your ticket to Canada and Mexico, no passport required.

Preparation and Requirements

Before embarking on this journey, ensure you:

  • Study the New York State Driver's Manual: Your offical document for all things driving in New York.
  • Choose Your Permit Test Language: Available in 16 different languages, from English to Russian. Pick one that feels like home.

Application Process

  • Gather Your Docs: Proof of age, identity, and residence. Check the DMV guide for a detailed list.
  • Choose Your Test Mode: Online or in-person at a DMV office. If you're under 18 and going online, make sure a parent or guardian is there to supervise.
  • Pay the Fee: Check the fee chart to know how much to cough up.

Post-Test Steps

  • Practice and Pre-Licensing Course: Once you have your learner permit, mix some supervised driving practice with a pre-licensing course to gear up for the road test.
  • Road Test: Schedule it, ace it, and wait for your interim license. It’s valid for up to 5 years, just like your learner permit.

Ready to cruise through the streets of New York? This DMV permit practice test is your roadmap. It not only prepares you for the test but also familiarizes you with the procedures and requirements of the New York DMV. Buckle up, study hard, and let's get you that permit! 🚗💨

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  • Perfect for learner’s permit, driver’s license, and Senior Refresher Test
  • Triple-checked for accuracy

What you need to know

4.36 out of 5 • 7138 votes
6 min to complete
Available in EN, ES, RU
Verified by Steven Litvintchouk, M.S., Chief Educational Researcher, Member of ACES. See our detailed commitment to accuracy and quality in our practice tests.
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What to expect on the actual NY DMV exam

20

questions

14

correct answers to pass

70%

passing score

16 y/o

minimum age to apply

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