New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV) • MV-21

New York State DMV Permit Practice Test 2026 (20-Question Exam)

The New York State Class D & DJ learner permit test contains 20 multiple-choice questions. To pass, you must satisfy a strict double hurdle: answer at least 14 of 20 overall (70%) AND answer at least 2 of the 4 road sign questions correctly.

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Total Questions 20 Questions

Passing Score 14/20 + 2/4 Signs

Max Allowed Errors 6 Max (Max 2 Sign Errors)

Min Permit Age / Fee 16 yrs • $64.25–$107.50

Statutory Citation: NY Vehicle and Traffic Law (VAT) & Official New York State Driver’s Manual (MV-21).

New York Vehicle Code Focus

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NYS DMV DOUBLE HURDLE

Mandatory 2 out of 4 Road Signs Rule

Even if you score 17 out of 20 (85%) on the New York written test, if you miss 3 of the 4 road sign questions, you automatically FAIL. You must get at least 2 of 4 road signs right AND 14 of 20 overall.

VAT §1111(d)(2) • NYC EXCEPTION

Right Turn on Red Is ILLEGAL in New York City

Across New York State outside NYC, you may turn right on a steady red light after a complete stop unless a sign prohibits it. Inside the 5 boroughs of New York City, right on red is strictly ILLEGAL unless a posted sign explicitly permits it.

MV-21 CH. 8 • POINT SYSTEM

11 Points in 18 Months Triggers License Suspension

In New York State, accumulating 11 or more driver violation points within an 18-month period (calculated from the date of violation, not conviction) results in an automatic license suspension. Texting or cell phone use carries 5 points.

VAT §501-b • JUNIOR PERMITS

Upstate vs. NYC & Long Island Junior Permit (DJ) Rules

New York divides junior driver (DJ) supervision and curfew rules into three regional zones: Upstate NY (5 AM–9 PM rules), Long Island (Nassau & Suffolk Counties), and the 5 Boroughs of New York City.

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5 Real New York Permit Trap Questions

Select an answer on each question below for instant statutory feedback.

QUESTION 1 OF 5 NYS MV-21 Ch. 1

What are the two mandatory requirements to pass the 20-question New York State DMV learner permit test?

QUESTION 2 OF 5 NY VAT §1111(d)(2)

You are driving in New York City and approach a steady red traffic light with no signs posted. May you make a right turn on red?

QUESTION 3 OF 5 NYS MV-21 Ch. 11

How many violation points within an 18-month period will result in a New York driver license suspension?

QUESTION 4 OF 5 NY VAT §1202

In New York State, how close to a fire hydrant may you legally park your vehicle?

QUESTION 5 OF 5 NY VAT §1180

In New York State, what is the statutory speed limit when no speed limit sign is posted on a rural state highway?

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New York DMV Permit Test FAQs (2026)

How many questions can you miss on the NY permit test?

You can miss at most 6 questions out of 20 overall (you need 14 correct), and within the 4 road sign questions, you can miss at most 2 (you must get at least 2 of 4 road signs right).

Can I take the New York learner permit test online from home?

Yes. NYS DMV allows applicants to take the online learner permit test from home (applicants under 18 must have a parent or guardian supervise the online exam and accompany them to the DMV office to finalize their permit).