Free Connecticut DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Get ready to pass your Connecticut DMV written test on the first try. Our free Connecticut permit practice tests are based directly on the official Connecticut Driver's Handbook and contain the same types of questions you will see on test day. Each test covers traffic laws, road signs, right-of-way rules, safe driving techniques, and Connecticut-specific regulations. With 20 correct answers required out of 25 questions (80% passing score), preparation is essential. Start practicing today - unlimited attempts, instant feedback, detailed explanations.
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25 questions drawn from the Connecticut driver handbook, 80% to pass, with an explanation after every answer. Free, no sign-up - press Start when you are ready. More Connecticut tests are listed below.
Connecticut DMV Practice Test 1
Questions are shuffled every time and drawn from the Connecticut driver handbook. Nothing starts - and no clock runs - until you press the button.
- 25 questions
- 80% to pass (20 correct)
- About 15 minutes
- Explanation after every answer
Connecticut Permit Test: Quick Facts
Verified against Department of Motor Vehicles publications - last reviewed September 2026.
| Official permit name | Learner's Permit (Class D) |
|---|---|
| Questions on the test | 25 |
| Passing score | 80% (20 correct) |
| Wrong answers allowed | 5 |
| Minimum age | 16 years old |
| Permit / test fee | $40 testing fee + $19 learner's permit fee |
| If you fail | 7 days; must pay the $40 testing fee again to reschedule (no published attempt limit) |
| Online testing | No - the knowledge test must be taken in person. |
| Driver's education | Yes - an approved driver education course is required. |
| Supervised practice | 40 hours (ages 16-17) |
| Permit holding period | 120 days with commercial/secondary-school training or 180 days with home training (ages 16-17); 90 days for adults 18+ |
| Testing agency | Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) |
Connecticut Permit Practice Tests
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Official Connecticut Driver's Handbook
The DMV writes every real exam question from this manual - read it alongside your practice tests.
Connecticut Permit Practice Test PDF (2026)
Free printable version: 80+ Connecticut questions with an answer key and explanations, plus the DMV test facts on the cover. All state PDFs →
Sample Connecticut Permit Test Questions
Three of the Connecticut-specific questions from our bank, with the answer and the rule behind it. The full tests above contain hundreds more.
1. In Connecticut, 16- and 17-year-old drivers and permit holders may use a cell phone while driving:
- A. Not at all, even hands-free (correct)
- B. Hands-free only
- C. For navigation only
- D. For calls to parents
Why: Connecticut prohibits learner's permit holders and 16- and 17-year-old licensed drivers from using a cell phone at all - even hands-free - while driving.
2. During the first 6 months, a newly licensed Connecticut teen may carry:
- A. Only parents/guardian, or one qualified person 20+ (licensed 4+ years) (correct)
- B. Up to three friends
- C. Anyone
- D. Two friends under 18
Why: For the first six months, a Connecticut teen may carry only a parent/guardian, or one person at least 20 who has held a clean license for four or more years.
3. During months 7-12 of a Connecticut teen license, the only additional passengers allowed are:
- A. Members of the driver's immediate family (correct)
- B. Any classmates
- C. Up to three friends
- D. Anyone over 16
Why: In the second six months, Connecticut allows the teen driver to also carry members of their immediate family.
Connecticut Permit Test Study Guide (2026)
A free Connecticut DMV written test study guide - updated for 2026, verified against the official Department of Motor Vehicles handbook.
Reviewed by Chad HenryAfter 25 years of teaching driver educationLast reviewed September 2026
The Connecticut DMV knowledge test covers road signs, right-of-way, graduated licensing, and distracted-driving rules - the essentials for the busy I-95 shoreline, the highways around Hartford and New Haven, and classic New England winters. Our Connecticut practice permit test is based on the official Connecticut Driver's Manual so you know what to expect at your appointment.
What to Expect on the Connecticut Permit Test
The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires every new driver to pass a written knowledge test before being issued a learner's permit. In Connecticut the exam has 25 multiple-choice questions, you need 20 correct to reach the 80% passing score, and you must be at least 16 years old to apply. Every question is drawn from the official Connecticut driver's handbook, so the topics on our practice tests match exactly what the DMV asks.
Topics Covered on the CT Written Test
- Traffic Laws (Rules of the Road): State-specific rules of the road, including right-of-way, lane changing, and intersection rules
- Road Signs: Recognition and meaning of all standard road signs - warning, regulatory, and informational
- Speed Limits: Default speed limits, school zones, work zones, and highway speeds
- Safe Driving: Following distance, blind spots, defensive driving, and weather conditions
- Alcohol & Drugs: DUI laws, BAC limits, and consequences of impaired driving
- Parking Rules: Legal and illegal parking situations, curb colors, and distances
How to Prepare for the Connecticut Permit Test
The strongest preparation pairs a read-through of the official Connecticut Driver's Handbook with repeated practice tests that surface your weak spots. Because the DMV draws all 25 questions from that handbook, Connecticut drivers who consistently clear 80% on our practice tests - and review the explanation on every miss - usually pass the real exam on their first attempt. Aim for 20 or more correct, every time, before you book your appointment.
Official Connecticut DMV Information
For official test requirements, locations, and fees, visit the Department of Motor Vehicles website. You can also read the official Connecticutdriver's handbook free of charge - every question on our practice tests traces back to it.
Connecticut Permit Test - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Connecticut DMV written test?
The Connecticut DMV written knowledge test has 25 questions. You must answer at least 20 correctly (80% passing score) to pass.
What topics are covered on the Connecticut permit test?
The Connecticut permit test covers traffic laws and regulations, road signs and their meanings, right-of-way rules, speed limits, safe driving practices, parking regulations, and CT-specific driving laws.
How old do you have to be to get a permit in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, you must be at least 16 years old to apply for a learner's permit. You will need to pass the written knowledge test and a vision screening at the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Where can I find the official Connecticut driver's handbook?
The official Connecticut driver's handbook is available free on the Department of Motor Vehicles website. Our practice tests are based on this handbook, so studying both together gives you the best preparation.
How many questions can you miss on the Connecticut permit test?
You can miss up to 5 of the 25 questions and still pass. The minimum is 20 correct answers (80%).
What is the Connecticut learner's permit officially called?
Connecticut issues the Learner's Permit (Class D). It is the first stage of the state's licensing process for new drivers.
How much does the Connecticut permit cost?
The published fee is $40 testing fee + $19 learner's permit fee. Fees change from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the Department of Motor Vehicles website before your visit.
What happens if I fail the Connecticut permit test?
If you fail, Connecticut lets you retake the knowledge test: 7 days; must pay the $40 testing fee again to reschedule (no published attempt limit). Use the practice tests above to find the topics you missed before you try again.
Can I take the Connecticut permit test online?
No - the knowledge test must be taken in person.
Is driver's education required for a Connecticut permit?
Yes - an approved driver education course is required.
How long do I have to hold my Connecticut permit?
Minimum holding period: 120 days with commercial/secondary-school training or 180 days with home training (ages 16-17); 90 days for adults 18+. Required supervised practice: 40 hours (ages 16-17).
Sources & Methodology
Every Connecticut question on this page is written from the official Connecticut driver handbook, and the facts in the table above are checked against Department of Motor Vehicles publications. Last reviewed: September 2026.
Chad Henry – Reviewer
After 25 years of teaching driver education
Chad Henry has taught driver education for 25 years and reviews every state's practice questions, quick facts and study guides against the official driver handbook and agency publications before they are published.
Last reviewed: September 2026
- https://portal.ct.gov/dmv
- https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/take-knowledge-vision-test
- https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/teen-drivers-license
- https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/get-learners-permit
- https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/licenses-permits-ids/get-learners-permit/adult-learners-permit
- https://portal.ct.gov/dmv/resources/dmv-fees
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