Practice for the Kansas Permit Test (2025)
The best way to prepare for the Kansas DMV permit test is through practice and repetition. Our tests start with the basics and gradually introduce more challenging questions, helping you build confidence step by step. Covering what you need to know, these tests are designed to mirror the real exam, so you'll know exactly what to expect on test day. Take our Kansas practice tests now!
Not your state?easy
This practice test is a great place to start. It will test your understanding of fundamental driving rules. Based on the Kansas Driver Handbook, the questions are designed to closely resemble those on the actual exam.
Questions: 20
medium
Ready to test your road signs knowledge? This road signs practice test challenges you to accurately identify a wide variety of signs in a test-like format.
Questions: 25
hard
Challenge your knowledge and ensure you’re fully prepared. This test includes complex and in-depth questions to test how well you’ve mastered Kansas traffic laws and road rules. Use this test to push your understanding to the next level.
Questions: 30
exam simulator
This is as close to the real Kansas DMV permit test as it gets. With 25 questions covering the same topics you’ll encounter on the actual exam, this test mimics the real deal. You’ll need 20 correct answers to pass, just as on the real exam.
Questions: 25
Kansas Permit Test & Driver’s License FAQ
Permit Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Kansas permit test?
The Kansas permit test has 25 questions, and you must answer at least 20 correctly to pass (80%).Can I retake the test if I fail?
If you fail, you can retake the test the next day.What happens after I pass?
Once you pass, you’ll receive your permit and can begin supervised driving.What tests are necessary?
If you don’t go through a driver’s ed program, you need to pass a written test, which includes 25 questions about basic traffic laws and road signs. All applicants will also need to pass a vision test that requires a vision of at least 20/40 in one eye.What documents do I need to apply?
You must provide proof of identity, Social Security number, Kansas residency, and if under 18, parental consent. A school attendance form may also be required. Also, remember to bring your signed driving logs.How can I prepare for the permit test?
The best way to prepare is to take Kansas permit practice tests, study the Kansas Driver Handbook, and use online study tools. Zutobi’s tests gradually introduce more questions so you can build confidence before your exam. We also have videos, step-by-step guides, and progress tracking to help you feel confident and ready.
Learner's Permit FAQ
What is a learner’s permit?
A Kansas learner’s permit allows new drivers to practice driving under supervision before getting a restricted or full driver’s license. It’s available to teens as young as 14 years old as part of Kansas’ Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program.Do I need to take a driver’s education course to get my permit?
Driver’s ed isn’t required to get a learner’s permit, but completing a state-approved course can waive the written test. The driver’s ed program must be approved by the Kansas Department of Education and taken through your local school district.What are the restrictions of a permit?
You can only drive with a licensed adult over 21 in the front seat, and all mobile devices are prohibited.How long do I need to hold my permit before getting a license?
If you are under 16, you must hold your permit for at least one year and complete at least 25 hours of supervised driving before moving on to the next stage. You must also complete a Kansas-approved drivers ed course.If you’re between 16 and 17 years old, then you need to hold your permit for at least a year and complete 50 hours of supervised driving, of which 10 are at night. Drivers ed is not necessary.
Driver’s License FAQ
What are the steps to get a full driver’s license?
Kansas follows a Graduated Driver Licensing system. After holding a permit for a year, you can apply for a restricted license at 15. At 16, you may qualify for a less restricted license, and by 17, you can get a full, unrestricted license if you meet all requirements.What is the restricted driver’s license?
At 15 years old, drivers can apply for a restricted license if they have completed driver’s ed and have at least 25 hours of supervised driving. This license lets you drive unsupervised to and from school or work but still has restrictions on passengers and nighttime driving.Do I need to take a driving test to get my Kansas license?
Yes, the road test is required unless you completed a state-approved driver’s education course, which can waive the test.Do I need car insurance?
Yes, all drivers in Kansas must have minimum liability insurance to legally operate a vehicle.
