Study for the Tennessee DOS Permit Test (2025)
Getting ready to pass your Tennessee DOS permit test? With our updated 2025 Tennessee practice tests and study materials, you can significantly enhance your chances of passing. Our tests are designed to get you ready step-by-step. Start practicing today and ace the real exam.
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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee DOS permit test as it gets. With 30 questions covering the same topics you’ll encounter on the actual exam, this test mimics the real deal. You’ll need 24 correct answers to pass, just as on the real exam.
Questions: 30
Tennessee Permit Test & Driver’s License FAQ
Driver’s Permit & Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Tennessee permit test?
The Tennessee permit test consists of 30 questions, and you must answer at least 24 questions correctly to get a passing score (80%). The questions in our sample tests are nearly identical to those on the official exam.What is a Tennessee learner’s permit?
A Tennessee learner's permit is the first step in the state's Graduated Driver License (GDL) program. It allows individuals aged 15 and older to practice driving under specific conditions.How can you get a learner’s permit?
You must complete a series of steps, including passing a vision screening with at least a 20/40 score in one eye and passing a knowledge test based on the Tennessee Driver’s Manual. You will also need a parent or legal guardian to sign a Teenage Affidavit and Cancellation form and provide proof of school attendance/progress.What documents are needed when applying for a permit?
- Proof of citizenship (e.g. birth certificate or passport)
- Proof of identity (e.g. Social Security card)
- Two proofs of Tennessee residency
- Proof of School Attendance
- A parent or legal guardian will need to sign a Teenage Affidavit and Cancellation form.
Are there any restrictions while driving with a permit?
Yes, permit holders must always be accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older in the front seat. All vehicle occupants must wear seat belts and driving is prohibited between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.Is driver’s education mandatory in Tennessee?
No, the state does not require formal driver's education for new drivers. However, it is encouraged and can help lower insurance premiums. Most courses include 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training.What topics are tested?
The test includes questions on traffic signs and signals, safe driving practices, rules of the road, penalties, and the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving abilities.How can you prepare for the permit test?
Study the TN Driver’s Manual and take advantage of online tests. There are also companies that specialize in helping students prepare for their tests (such as Zutobi) that you might want to consider using.What happens after passing the permit test?
You'll receive your permit and can start practicing supervised driving. To progress to the next licensing phase, ensure you log the required hours and maintain a clean driving record.Is the permit test available to take online?
Yes, applicants between 15 to 17 years old can take the Tennessee permit test online. There are strict requirements to be eligible and a parent or legal guardian must act as a proctor through the Tennessee Proctor ID App. Applicants must stay on the test window during the test and any navigation away from the test window will result in automatic test failure. The test can be taken up to two times, with a 24-hour wait period for retakes. If you fail two times, you will need to take it in person at the DOS.Why choose Zutobi for your test preparation?
Zutobi is the most popular test prep app in the U.S., with up-to-date Tennessee practice tests, gamified lessons, and a concise driver’s manual to help you prepare effectively. Our approach makes learning efficient and fun, giving you the best chance to pass your permit test on the first try.
Driver’s License FAQ
What is an intermediate restricted license?
The second phase of the GDL program is an intermediate restricted license, which allows you to drive unsupervised with certain restrictions. To apply, you must be at least 16, have held your permit for at least 180 days, logged 50 hours of supervised driving (including 10 hours at night). Once you’ve completed all requirements, you can take the road skills test.What restrictions apply to an intermediate restricted license?
- You cannot drive between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. unless accompanied by a licensed driver aged 21 or older or traveling to/from work, school, or religious events
- May only have one passenger under 21 who is not an immediate family member
How many hours of supervised driving are required?
You must log at least 50 hours of supervised driving (including 10 hours at night).What is an intermediate unrestricted license?
This license is the third phase in the GDL program, available to drivers who are at least 17 years old and have held an intermediate restricted license for 12 months without accumulating more than six points on their driving record. Once you turn 18, you can apply for your full under-21 driver’s license.
