Free Oregon DMV Permit Practice Test 2026
Get ready to pass your Oregon DMV written test on the first try. Our free Oregon permit practice tests are based directly on the official Oregon 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 Oregon-specific regulations. With 28 correct answers required out of 35 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 Oregon driver handbook, 80% to pass, with an explanation after every answer. Free, no sign-up - press Start when you are ready. More Oregon tests are listed below.
Oregon DMV Practice Test 1
Questions are shuffled every time and drawn from the Oregon 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
Oregon Permit Test: Quick Facts
Verified against Driver and Motor Vehicle Services publications - last reviewed September 2026.
| Official permit name | Provisional Instruction Permit (under 18); Class C Instruction Permit (18+) |
|---|---|
| Questions on the test | 35 |
| Passing score | 80% (28 correct) |
| Wrong answers allowed | 7 |
| Minimum age | 15 years old |
| Permit / test fee | $7 knowledge test fee per attempt (same online or in office); permit issuance fee not verified |
| If you fail | May retest the same day at a DMV office (subject to testing-resource availability). Online: max 2 attempts in any 24-hour period and max 4 online attempts per test type, after which further attempts must be at a DMV office. Cheating = 90-day testing ban. |
| Online testing | Yes - an online knowledge test option is available. |
| Driver's education | No - driver education is not required for the learner permit. |
| Supervised practice | 100 hours, or 50 hours with an approved Driver Ed course (under 18) |
| Permit holding period | 6 months (under 18, before provisional driver license) |
| Testing agency | Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) |
Oregon Permit Practice Tests
100+ questions total - practice until you are confident
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Official Oregon Driver's Handbook
The DMV writes every real exam question from this manual - read it alongside your practice tests.
Oregon Permit Practice Test PDF (2026)
Free printable version: 80+ Oregon questions with an answer key and explanations, plus the DMV test facts on the cover. All state PDFs →
Sample Oregon Permit Test Questions
Three of the Oregon-specific questions from our bank, with the answer and the rule behind it. The full tests above contain hundreds more.
1. In Oregon, drivers under 18 may use a cell phone or mobile device while driving:
- A. Not at all (correct)
- B. Hands-free only
- C. For navigation only
- D. For short calls
Why: Oregon makes it illegal for drivers under 18 to use a cell phone or mobile electronic device at all while operating a vehicle.
2. In Oregon, drivers 18 and older may use a phone only:
- A. With a hands-free accessory (correct)
- B. When stopped at a light
- C. For text messages
- D. On surface streets
Why: Oregon requires drivers 18 and older to use a hands-free accessory to use a cell phone or mobile electronic device.
3. Oregon's zero-tolerance law means a driver under 21 fails a breath test with:
- A. Any amount of alcohol (correct)
- B. A BAC of 0.05 or more
- C. A BAC of 0.08 or more
- D. A BAC of 0.02 or more only
Why: Oregon has a zero-tolerance law - a driver under 21 fails the test with a blood alcohol concentration of any amount.
Oregon Permit Test Study Guide (2026)
A free Oregon DMV written test study guide - updated for 2026, verified against the official Driver and Motor Vehicle Services handbook.
Reviewed by Chad HenryAfter 25 years of teaching driver educationLast reviewed September 2026
Frequent rain, Cascade mountain passes, and bike-friendly streets in Portland and Eugene shape Oregon's DMV knowledge test, which covers wet-weather driving, sharing the road with cyclists, and the right-of-way and distracted-driving laws. Our Oregon practice permit test follows the official Oregon Driver Manual so you prepare for exactly what the DMV asks.
What to Expect on the Oregon Permit Test
The Driver and Motor Vehicle Services (DMV) requires every new driver to pass a written knowledge test before being issued a learner's permit. In Oregon the exam has 35 multiple-choice questions, you need 28 correct to reach the 80% passing score, and you must be at least 15 years old to apply. Every question is drawn from the official Oregon driver's handbook, so the topics on our practice tests match exactly what the DMV asks.
Topics Covered on the OR 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 Oregon Permit Test
The strongest preparation pairs a read-through of the official Oregon Driver's Handbook with repeated practice tests that surface your weak spots. Because the DMV draws all 35 questions from that handbook, Oregon 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 28 or more correct, every time, before you book your appointment.
Official Oregon DMV Information
For official test requirements, locations, and fees, visit the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services website. You can also read the official Oregondriver's handbook free of charge - every question on our practice tests traces back to it.
Oregon Permit Test - Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Oregon DMV written test?
The Oregon DMV written knowledge test has 35 questions. You must answer at least 28 correctly (80% passing score) to pass.
What topics are covered on the Oregon permit test?
The Oregon permit test covers traffic laws and regulations, road signs and their meanings, right-of-way rules, speed limits, safe driving practices, parking regulations, and OR-specific driving laws.
How old do you have to be to get a permit in Oregon?
In Oregon, you must be at least 15 years old to apply for a learner's permit. You will need to pass the written knowledge test and a vision screening at the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services.
Where can I find the official Oregon driver's handbook?
The official Oregon driver's handbook is available free on the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services 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 Oregon permit test?
You can miss up to 7 of the 35 questions and still pass. The minimum is 28 correct answers (80%).
What is the Oregon learner's permit officially called?
Oregon issues the Provisional Instruction Permit (under 18); Class C Instruction Permit (18+). It is the first stage of the state's licensing process for new drivers.
How much does the Oregon permit cost?
The published fee is $7 knowledge test fee per attempt (same online or in office); permit issuance fee not verified. Fees change from time to time, so confirm the current amount on the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services website before your visit.
What happens if I fail the Oregon permit test?
If you fail, Oregon lets you retake the knowledge test: May retest the same day at a DMV office (subject to testing-resource availability). Online: max 2 attempts in any 24-hour period and max 4 online attempts per test type, after which further attempts must be at a DMV office. Cheating = 90-day testing ban.. Use the practice tests above to find the topics you missed before you try again.
Can I take the Oregon permit test online?
Yes - an online knowledge test option is available.
Is driver's education required for an Oregon permit?
No - driver education is not required for the learner permit.
How long do I have to hold my Oregon permit?
Minimum holding period: 6 months (under 18, before provisional driver license). Required supervised practice: 100 hours, or 50 hours with an approved Driver Ed course (under 18).
Sources & Methodology
Every Oregon question on this page is written from the official Oregon driver handbook, and the facts in the table above are checked against Driver and Motor Vehicle Services 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://www.oregon.gov/odot/dmv/
- https://www.oregon.gov/odot/DMV/Teen/pages/permit.aspx
- https://www.oregon.gov/odot/DMV/Teen/pages/license.aspx
- https://www.oregon.gov/odot/DMV/Pages/DriverID/licensepermit.aspx
- https://www.oregon.gov/odot/DMV/Pages/Online_Manual/Testing.aspx
- https://www.oregon.gov/odot/DMV/Pages/Online_Services/Online_Knowledge_Testing.aspx
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