How to Get Your Nevada Learner’s Permit

Most people think one or two quizzes is enough - then the DMV knowledge exam surprises them. On Driving-Tests.org, every question is based on the official Nevada Driver’s Manual and written in real exam style: tricky wording, double-negatives, and the same pitfalls people miss at the counter.
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How to study (step by step)

  1. Know the test

    25 questions, need 20 right (80%).

    Minimum age: 15½.

  2. Take a Diagnostic

    Check your starting level.

  3. Do Practice Tests 1–5

    Short, under-10-minute sessions work best.

  4. Review mistakes

    Use the Challenge Bank until you’re consistently above 80%.

Study habit

All questions follow the Nevada Driver’s Handbook.

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NV DMV permit test - what to expect

The Nevada permit test has 25 questions. You must get 20 correct (80%) to pass.

25 questions 20 to pass (80%)
  • Where: Any Nevada DMV office (find locations)
  • Bring: ID + SSN + residency proof + permit/license fee (see checklist)
  • If you fail: Retake after 1 day.
  • Commonly missed: right-of-way at intersections, safe following distance (3-second rule).

Real drivers who have already passed with us in Nevada

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