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Free Nevada DMV Permit Practice Test 2026

Avg. pass rate on our NV tests: 51%.
Average pass rate for this test: 54%.
Moderate
6 min
65% fail this test first try • Better here than at DMV
Score distribution:
90-100=>13%
80-89=>15%
70-79=>21%
60-69=>23%
<60%=>28%
Avg. first-try score: 65%
Perfect for:
Learner’s permit applicants
First‑time adult applicants

The Nevada DMV permit test has several multiple-choice questions. Topics include traffic signs, insurance requirements, the demerit point system, safe driving practices, and seat belt laws, as outlined in the official Nevada Driver Handbook. You must answer at least 20 out of 25 questions correctly to pass (a minimum score of 80%). This practice test is current for January 2026 and covers the most essential road signs and rules questions directly from the official 2026 NV Driver Handbook. This practice test is designed to help you prepare effectively by providing questions that are similar in format and content to those on the actual Nevada DMV exam. Young drivers in Nevada can obtain an instruction (learner’s) permit at age 15½. To apply, you must visit a Nevada DMV office, present proof of your identity and Nevada residential address, and have a parent or guardian sign the financial responsibility section on your application if you are under 18. You’ll need documents that prove your name and date of birth, Social Security number, and two Nevada residency documents, similar to what is required for a Real ID. To receive your instruction permit, you must pass a vision screening and the written knowledge test. The permit allows you to drive while supervised by a licensed driver who is at least 21 years old, has at least one year of licensed driving experience, and is seated beside you in the front seat.

Tricky exam topics covered here:
Highway Driving
Night Driving
Vehicle Lights & Signals
Free Nevada DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
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Original questions by our team Based on 2026 NV Driver Handbook
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How to use this practice test

  1. Start here. One of 4 free Nevada tests. ~6 min. Read explanations as you go.
  2. Cover more ground. All tests have different questions - no repeats.
  3. Finish strong. Try the Exam Simulator for a full-length run.

Why this works

  • Exam-like questions from the current handbook + questions most people get wrong. Explanations cite the manual.
  • AI Assistant explains like a friend.
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  • Challenge Bank™ saves your mistakes for targeted practice.

Actual DMV permit test: What to expect?

The Nevada permit test has 25 questions. You must get 20 correct (80%) to pass.
  • Where: Any Nevada DMV office (find locations)
  • Bring: ID + SSN + residency proof + permit/license fee (see checklist)
  • If you fail: Retake after 1 day.
  • Top reasons for failure: right-of-way at intersections, safe following distance (3-second rule).
  • Ready to schedule? Book your NV DMV appointment

Real Nevada drivers who passed first try

Verified student reviews • Shared with permission

I honestly loved this program!
Just moved here from Florida. It helped me learn the rules in a very very short amount of time! And I was able to pass this Nevada knowledge test, since honestly it’s so different than Florida’s.
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An easy pass.
I took 4 of these practice tests back to back, went to Nevada DMV and took the written test and answered 23 out of the 25 questions correctly for an easy pass. These practice tests will help you pass easily as well.
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I could not have done it without you!
It was GREAT! The pictures helped a lot, and also the hints - and most of all the tests! The repetition of the failed (and then corrected) responses, which made me remember the correct answers.
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About the Nevada learner permit

To qualify for a full driver’s license at 16, you must hold your instruction permit for at least six months, be free of at-fault crashes, moving violations, and any alcohol or drug convictions for the previous six months, complete an approved driver education course or additional supervised driving, and pass a road skills test. Once you meet those requirements, you can schedule and take the skills test and then receive your first full license. If you’re 18 or older and new to driving, the formal teen GDL phases do not apply, but you still need to pass the vision, knowledge, and road skills tests. Many adults still choose to get an instruction permit first so they can practice while supervised before testing for a full license.

When you’re ready to apply, bring your parent or guardian (if under 18), a completed driver license application, proof of identity and any name changes, your Social Security number, and two documents showing your Nevada residential address. After your documents are accepted and you’ve passed the vision and knowledge tests, you’ll receive your instruction permit.

Study tips for the Nevada knowledge test

Break your study sessions into manageable chunks focusing on one test section at a time. Use practice tests and the official Nevada Driver’s Manual to reinforce your knowledge. Pay special attention to sections where you commonly make mistakes. Practice tests should be taken under timed conditions to simulate the real exam environment. This helps build familiarity with the test format and identifies areas that need more focus.

We encourage you to use our practice tests and study resources to increase your chances of passing the Nevada DMV knowledge exam on your first attempt.

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