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Free Tennessee DMV Driving Practice Test 2025

Average pass rate for driving tests in Tennessee: 45%.
Average pass rate for this test: 50%.
Easy
6 min
Score distribution:
90-100=>10%
80-89=>13%
70-79=>20%
60-69=>23%
<60%=>33%
Avg. first-try score: 65%
Perfect for:
Learner’s permit applicants
First‑time adult applicants

Our free online Tennessee DMV permit practice test, updated for December 2025, is your best resource to prepare for the knowledge (learner’s) permit test issued by the DMV. This free driver’s license practice test features questions and answers derived from the Tennessee DMV 2025 Driver Handbook. Our practice tests provide instant feedback so that if you miss a question, you’ll know right away why a different response is better. Additionally, our tests mimic what you will face on the official Tennessee written test. The Tennessee learner’s permit test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions comprising four sections: road signs and signals, road rules, drugs and alcohol, and safe driving practices. To pass, applicants must answer at least 24 questions correctly (80%). In Tennessee, there are also online options for taking the knowledge test. This is something you might look into further with your local DMV.

Real exam-style pitfalls you’ll practice:
Common Traps
Distractors
Trick Wording
Double Negatives
Free Tennessee DMV Driving Practice Test 2025
TN DMV driver's license
Based on the official TN Driver HandbookHandbook‑based (2025) + exam‑taker feedback

How to use this practice test

  1. Start here. Take this short practice test and read the explanations as you go. This is one of 4 free Tennessee practice tests available on our site. Avg. finish time: 6 min.
  2. Cover more ground. Take all tests (different questions - no-repeats across sets).
  3. Finish strong. Try the Exam Simulator for a full-length, exam‑style run.

Why this works

  • Exam-like questions. Built from the current handbook + patterns recent test-takers report. These questions reflect what's actually being asked at the DMV right now. Explanations cite the DMV handbook section.
  • On-question help. AI Assistant explains tricky items in plain language.
  • Performance Insights. See your weak topics and what to study next.

Actual DMV permit test: What to expect?

The Tennessee permit test has 30 questions. You must get 24 correct (80%) to pass.
30 questions
24 to pass (80%)
  • Where: Any Tennessee DMV office (find locations)
  • Bring: ID + SSN + residency proof + permit/license fee (see checklist)
  • If you fail: Retake the next day.
  • Commonly missed: legal blood alcohol limits and DUI rules, lane changes and blind spots.
  • Ready to schedule? Book your TN DMV appointment
Steven Litvintchouk, M.S., Chief Educational Researcher at Driving-Tests.org

Authored and fact-checked by Steven Litvintchouk, M.S.

Chief Educational Researcher, Driving‑Tests.org (ACES member)

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Real Tennessee drivers who passed first try

Verified student reviews • Shared with permission

This was very useful practice for my TN permit test!
I actually did the not so recommended method of studying the weekend before my Monday exam instead of the typical 1-2 weeks. Honestly I was confident that I would pass even with the crunch time, but I will say I can memorize things somewhat quickly. For any TN permit takers out there if you use this service in combination with the short online practice exam on the gov website then you're very likely to pass no sweat.
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3-4 days study and Still PASSED!
The content is really good. You are supposed to at least study one week before the test to really absorb all the information. I just studied for 3-4 days and I still passed the knowledge test on my first try. The way you learn is really easy and all the information available should be enough for you to pass if you study everything. I would recommend giving you a week to study, but I’m a tryhard and a hard procrastinator, that’s why I just studied the Whole content in 3 days lol. I would completely recommend.
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I got a perfect score.
I managed to get an earlier date for the exam I had initially been scheduled for — I had to get ready in just two days! I used this site to prepare, and I got a perfect score. I highly recommend it for anyone studying for the knowledge test.
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About the Tennessee learner permit

Tennessee has implemented a graduated driver’s license (GDL) program for applicants under 18 that introduces additional benefits (and responsibilities) incrementally instead of the full license at once. To obtain a learner’s permit in Tennessee, you must first pass the vision screening and written permit test, so this preparation really marks the beginning of your process to become a fully licensed driver.

In Tennessee, the GDL program has three steps: the learner’s permit, during which your driving must be supervised; the Intermediate Restricted License, during which your driving is restricted to daylight with restrictions on carrying passengers; and the Intermediate Unrestricted License. Your participation in the GDL program ends and you obtain a regular driver’s license once you turn 18 or have held the intermediate restricted license for 12 months and turned 17.

When you have studied, practiced with our online practice tests, and feel prepared, just go to the Tennessee DMV with your identification documents and two proofs of residency (if you’re under 18, the proofs should have the name of your parent/guardian). You’ll also need your social security number and an SF1010 form proving school attendance and progress if you’re under 18. Be sure to check with your local DMV for any additional requirements. Once you’ve arrived, you’ll submit the documents, pay the fee, and take the knowledge test. Check out our other free Tennessee DMV permit practice tests as well.

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