How to Get Your Oregon Learner’s Permit
Verified by Steven Litvintchouk
Methodology & Editorial PolicyHow to study (step by step)
- Know the test
35 questions, need 28 right (80%).
Minimum age: 15.
- Take a Diagnostic
Check your starting level.
- Do Practice Tests 1–5
Short, focused sessions work best.
- Review mistakes
Use the Challenge Bank until you’re consistently above 80%.
All questions follow the Oregon Driver Manual and update weekly.
Tap Start Free Practice Test to get DMV-ready.
OR DMV permit test - what to expect
The Oregon permit test has 35 questions. You must get 28 correct (80%) to pass.
- Where: Any Oregon DMV office (find locations)
- Bring: ID + SSN + residency proof + permit/license fee (see checklist)
- If you fail: Retake the same day.
- Commonly missed: right-of-way at intersections, distracted driving and mobile device restrictions.