Free Idaho DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Get ready to pass your Idaho DMV written test on the first try. Our free Idaho permit practice tests are based directly on the official Idaho 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 Idaho-specific regulations. With 34 correct answers required out of 40 questions (85% passing score), preparation is essential. Start practicing today - unlimited attempts, instant feedback, detailed explanations.
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25 questions drawn from the Idaho driver handbook, 85% to pass, with an explanation after every answer. Free, no sign-up - press Start when you are ready. More Idaho tests are listed below.
Idaho DMV Practice Test 1
Questions are shuffled every time and drawn from the Idaho driver handbook. Nothing starts - and no clock runs - until you press the button.
- 25 questions
- 85% to pass (22 correct)
- About 15 minutes
- Explanation after every answer
Ways to practice
Learn with practice tests and flashcards, then take the mock test when you think you are ready.
Also try: the Idaho cheat sheet of rules and numbers, the hardest questions people miss most, or make your own test on the topics you find hard.
Idaho Permit Practice Tests
199 unique questions in the Idaho bank (38 Idaho-specific) - practice until you are confident
More Idaho Practice Tests
Official Idaho Driver's Handbook
The DMV writes every real exam question from this manual - read it alongside your practice tests.
Idaho Permit Practice Test PDF (2026)
Free printable version: 100+ Idaho questions with an answer key and explanations, plus the DMV test facts on the cover. Or print a 40-question test, the length of the real test. All state PDFs →
Idaho Supervised Instruction Permit (SIP) for under 17 (issued after driver training; initially called Driver Training Instruction Permit); Class D Instruction Permit for 17+ Test: Quick Facts
Verified against Division of Motor Vehicles publications - last reviewed September 2026.
| Official permit name | Supervised Instruction Permit (SIP) for under 17 (issued after driver training; initially called Driver Training Instruction Permit); Class D Instruction Permit for 17+ |
|---|---|
| Questions on the test | 40 |
| Passing score | 34 of 40 correct (85%) |
| Wrong answers allowed | 6 |
| Minimum age | 14½ years old |
| Under-21 alcohol limit | 0.02% BAC or higher |
| Permit / test fee | $21.50 Driver Training/Supervised Instruction Permit (includes $6.50 skills-test fee) + $5 knowledge test; Class D Instruction Permit (17+) $29 + $5 knowledge test |
| If you fail | At least 3 days; test fee must be re-paid each attempt. |
| Online testing | No - the knowledge test must be taken in person. |
| Driver's education | Required for applicants under 17. |
| Supervised practice | 50 hours incl. 10 at night |
| Permit holding period | 6 months on the Supervised Instruction Permit |
| Testing agency | Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) |
Sample Idaho Permit Test Questions
Three of the Idaho-specific questions from our bank, with the answer and the rule behind it. The Idaho bank behind the tests above holds 199 unique questions.
1. Idaho's hands-free law requires all drivers to use electronic devices:
- A. In hands-free mode, even when stopped at a light (correct)
- B. Hands-free only when the vehicle is moving
- C. Only for navigation, held in one hand
- D. Hands-free only if the driver is under 18
Why: Idaho's hands-free law requires electronic devices to be used hands-free while driving - including when stopped at a red light or stop sign - and applies to all drivers.
2. In Idaho, it is unlawful for a driver under 21 to drive with a BAC of:
- A. 0.02 or more (correct)
- B. 0.05 or more
- C. 0.08 or more only
- D. 0.10 or more only
Why: Idaho makes it unlawful for a person under 21 to drive with a BAC of at least 0.02 but less than 0.08.
3. An Idaho supervised instruction permit holder must drive with:
- A. A licensed driver 21+ seated beside them (correct)
- B. Any licensed driver seated beside them
- C. Only a parent or legal guardian
- D. No one once they pass the written test
Why: Idaho requires a supervised instruction permit holder to be accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 seated beside them, as the only front-seat occupants.
Idaho Permit Test Study Guide (2026)
A free Idaho DMV written test study guide - updated for 2026, verified against the official Division of Motor Vehicles handbook.
Reviewed by Chad HenryAfter 25 years of teaching driver educationLast reviewed September 2026
Mountain highways near Boise and Coeur d'Alene and long rural stretches mean Idaho drivers contend with snow, steep grades, and wildlife - all reflected in a DMV knowledge test that covers winter driving, road signs, and teen graduated-licensing rules. Our Idaho practice permit test follows the official Idaho Driver's Manual so you study smart and pass.
What to Expect on the Idaho Permit Test
The Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) requires every new driver to pass a written knowledge test before being issued a learner's permit. In Idaho the exam has 40 multiple-choice questions; to pass you need 34 of 40 correct (85%). You must be at least 14½ years old to apply. Every question is drawn from the official Idaho driver's handbook, so the topics on our practice tests match exactly what the DMV asks.
Topics Covered on the ID 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 Idaho Permit Test
The strongest preparation pairs a read-through of the official Idaho Driver's Handbook with repeated practice tests that surface your weak spots. The DMV writes its test from that handbook, so the rules you practise here are the rules you will be asked about. A sensible target: score at least 85% on several fresh practice tests in a row - and read the explanation on every miss - before you book your appointment.
Official Idaho DMV Information
For official test requirements, locations, and fees, visit the Division of Motor Vehicles website. You can also read the official Idaho driver's handbook free of charge - every question on our practice tests traces back to it.
Idaho Permit Test - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Idaho DMV written test?
The Idaho DMV written knowledge test has 40 questions. To pass you need 34 of 40 correct (85%).
What is the phone rule for new drivers in Idaho?
Idaho: phones must be used hands-free while driving, even at a red light. Idaho's hands-free law requires electronic devices to be used hands-free while driving - including when stopped at a red light or stop sign - and applies to all drivers. (Idaho Code 49-1401A(1)(b) and (2) (manual only covers texting))
How many passengers can a new driver in Idaho carry?
Idaho under 17: max 1 non-family passenger under 17 for the first 6 months. For six months after the license is issued, an Idaho driver under 17 may carry no more than one passenger under 17, unless the passengers are related to the driver by blood, adoption or marriage. (p.16 (PDF p.16), Restriction When Under 17)
Who must ride with a permit holder in Idaho?
Idaho permit: drive only with a licensed driver 21+ in the seat beside you. Idaho requires a supervised instruction permit holder to be accompanied by a licensed driver at least 21 seated beside them, as the only front-seat occupants. (PDF p.19, 'Graduated Driver's License (GDL) Program')
What is the blood alcohol limit for drivers under 21 in Idaho?
A driver under 21 in Idaho violates the zero-tolerance law at a BAC of 0.02% or higher - far below the 0.08% adult limit.
How many questions can you miss on the Idaho permit test?
You can miss up to 6 of the 40 questions and still pass. The minimum is 34 correct answers (85%).
What is the Idaho learner's permit officially called?
Idaho issues the Supervised Instruction Permit (SIP) for under 17 (issued after driver training; initially called Driver Training Instruction Permit); Class D Instruction Permit for 17+. It is the first stage of the state's licensing process for new drivers.
How much does the Idaho permit cost?
The published fee is $21.50 Driver Training/Supervised Instruction Permit (includes $6.50 skills-test fee) + $5 knowledge test; Class D Instruction Permit (17+) $29 + $5 knowledge test. Fees change from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the Division of Motor Vehicles website before your visit.
What happens if I fail the Idaho permit test?
If you fail, Idaho lets you retake the knowledge test. At least 3 days; test fee must be re-paid each attempt. Use the practice tests above to find the topics you missed before you try again.
Can I take the Idaho permit test online?
No - the knowledge test must be taken in person.
Is driver's education required for an Idaho permit?
Required for applicants under 17.
How long do I have to hold my Idaho permit?
Minimum holding period: 6 months on the Supervised Instruction Permit. Required supervised practice: 50 hours incl. 10 at night.
Sources & Methodology
Every Idaho question on this page is written from the official Idaho driver handbook, and the facts in the table above are checked against Division of Motor Vehicles publications. Last reviewed: September 2026. Every question shows its own source under the explanation; all corrections are listed in our corrections log.
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://itd.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/driver_manual.pdf
- https://itd.idaho.gov/dmv/
- https://itd.idaho.gov/guide/taking-the-drivers-test/
- https://itd.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/3506_gdlfactsheet.pdf
- https://itd.idaho.gov/dmv/young-drivers/
- https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title49/t49ch3/sect49-307/
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