Georgia DMV Permit Practice Test 2026

This page covers what you need to know for the Georgia driver's license knowledge exam: how the test works, the Georgia-specific rules that often show up on it, and sample questions with explained answers. Everything here is based on the official Georgia driver's manual and state traffic code (sources are listed at the bottom). The real Georgia test has 40 questions and you need 30 correct (75%) to pass.

When you're ready, take a free 25-question practice test that mixes Georgia-specific questions with general driving questions, with an explanation after every answer. Each attempt draws a new set. No signup needed.

Georgia Permit Test and Licensing Facts

Knowledge Test	40 questions, must score 30/40 (75%) to pass
Minimum Permit Age	15
Minimum License Age	16
Speed Limits	Highway: up to 70 mph \| Residential: 30 mph \| School Zone: 15 mph
DUI Law	BAC limit: 0.08% (Under 21: 0.02%)
Point System	Points range from 2 to 6. 15 points in 24 months results in license suspension.

Rules Specific to Georgia

Georgia's Joshua's Law requires teen drivers under 18 to complete 40 hours of supervised driving including 6 at night
Georgia has a 'slowpoke law' — driving in the left lane on a highway while impeding faster traffic is a misdemeanor
Georgia's Hands-Free law bans holding or supporting a phone while driving; calls are allowed only hands-free

Sample Georgia Permit Test Questions

These questions cover rules that are specific to Georgia. They're the ones people most often miss, because the answer differs from state to state.

At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a driver at or above the per se level for DUI?
- A. 0.08% BAC
- B. 0.10% BAC
- C. 0.05% BAC
- D. 0.02% BAC
Answer: 0.08% BAC. A BAC of 0.08% or more meets the per se level. Impairment can still be charged at lower levels based on driving behavior and other evidence.
For a driver under 21, what BAC level is enough to trigger an underage alcohol driving violation threshold?
- A. 0.02% BAC
- B. 0.08% BAC
- C. 0.05% BAC
- D. 0.00% BAC
Answer: 0.02% BAC. Under-21 drivers are subject to a lower BAC threshold. Even a small amount of alcohol can lead to serious consequences.
Which child is legally required to be secured in an appropriate child restraint system rather than just a seat belt?
- A. A child younger than 8 years old
- B. A child younger than 12 years old
- C. A child younger than 16 years old
- D. A child younger than 5 years old
Answer: A child younger than 8 years old. Children under 8 must be in a proper child restraint system (car seat or booster) appropriate for their size. A seat belt alone is not enough for that age group.
In a highway work zone, what is a common fine range for a speeding conviction when workers are present?
- A. $100 to $2,000
- B. $25 to $200
- C. $50 to $500
- D. $200 to $5,000
Answer: $100 to $2,000. Work zone penalties can be much higher than ordinary speeding. Fines can range widely depending on the circumstances and the court.
When approaching a stopped authorized emergency vehicle on a roadway, what should you generally do if safe and possible?
- A. Move over one lane away from the stopped vehicle
- B. Stop immediately in your lane until signaled to proceed
- C. Speed up to pass quickly and reduce time alongside the vehicle
- D. Turn on high beams to improve visibility for the responder
Answer: Move over one lane away from the stopped vehicle. Drivers are expected to move over to provide a safety buffer when possible. If you cannot move over safely, you should slow down and pass with caution.
At what age can you apply for a Georgia Class C Instructional Permit (CP)?
- A. 14
- B. 15
- C. 15½
- D. 16
Answer: 15. You may apply for a Class C Instructional Permit upon reaching age 15.
Who must ride with a Georgia instructional permit holder?
- A. Any licensed adult 18 or older
- B. A licensed Class C driver at least 21, seated beside the driver
- C. A parent only
- D. A certified instructor only
Answer: A licensed Class C driver at least 21, seated beside the driver. The supervisor must be at least 21, licensed for Class C vehicles, fit to take control, and sitting next to the driver.
How long must a Georgia teen hold an instructional permit before applying for a Class D license at 16?
- A. 6 months
- B. 9 months
- C. One year and one day
- D. 18 months
Answer: One year and one day. You can apply for a Class D provisional license at 16 after holding a valid permit for one year and one day.
How much supervised driving must a Georgia teen certify under Joshua's Law?
- A. 30 hours, 4 at night
- B. 40 hours, 6 at night
- C. 50 hours, 10 at night
- D. 60 hours, 10 at night
Answer: 40 hours, 6 at night. Teens must complete 40 hours of supervised driving, including 6 hours at night, along with the driver education requirements.
How is the Georgia knowledge exam scored?
- A. One 40-question test, 30 correct to pass
- B. Road Signs and Road Rules sections, 15 of 20 correct on each
- C. One 25-question test, 20 correct to pass
- D. Road Rules only, 16 of 20 correct
Answer: Road Signs and Road Rules sections, 15 of 20 correct on each. The exam has a Road Signs section and a Road Rules section. You must get 15 of 20 right on each.
What are the curfew hours for a Georgia Class D license holder?
- A. 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., with work exceptions
- B. Midnight to 5 a.m., with no exceptions
- C. Midnight to 6 a.m., with school exceptions
- D. 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.
Answer: Midnight to 5 a.m., with no exceptions. Class D drivers may not drive between 12:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. There are no exceptions.
Who may ride with a Georgia Class D driver during the first six months after the license is issued?
- A. Anyone
- B. Only immediate family members
- C. One friend under 21
- D. Up to three passengers under 21
Answer: Only immediate family members. For the first six months, only immediate family members may ride in the vehicle.
During the second six months with a Georgia Class D license, how many non-family passengers under 21 may ride along?
- A. None
- B. One
- C. Two
- D. Three
Answer: One. In months 7 to 12 only one non-family passenger under 21 is allowed. After that, up to three.
What is Georgia's default speed limit in an urban or residential district?
- A. 25 mph
- B. 30 mph
- C. 35 mph
- D. 40 mph
Answer: 30 mph. Unless posted otherwise, urban and residential districts are 30 mph. Unpaved county roads are 35 mph.
What is the default speed limit on a Georgia rural interstate?
- A. 65 mph
- B. 70 mph
- C. 75 mph
- D. 80 mph
Answer: 70 mph. Rural interstates default to 70 mph. Urban interstates and multi-lane divided highways are 65 mph, and all other areas are 55 mph.
Under Georgia's Super Speeder law, which speeds trigger an extra $200 state fee?
- A. 65 mph or more anywhere
- B. 75 mph or more on a two-lane road, or 85 mph or more on any road
- C. 80 mph or more on interstates only
- D. Any speed 20 mph over the limit
Answer: 75 mph or more on a two-lane road, or 85 mph or more on any road. A conviction for 75+ mph on a two-lane road or 85+ mph on any road adds a $200 state fee on top of local fines.
A school bus is stopped with its lights flashing on the other side of a Georgia highway divided by a median. What must you do?
- A. Stop until the bus moves
- B. You are not required to stop, but stay alert for children
- C. Slow to 15 mph
- D. Stop only if children are crossing
Answer: You are not required to stop, but stay alert for children. On a highway divided by a median, traffic on the opposite side doesn't have to stop, but should watch for children walking or crossing.
When must you stop at a Georgia railroad crossing with a flashing signal or lowered gate?
- A. At the tracks
- B. Within 50 feet, but not less than 15 feet, from the nearest rail
- C. At least 100 feet away
- D. Only if you see a train
Answer: Within 50 feet, but not less than 15 feet, from the nearest rail. Stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest rail when a signal flashes, gates are down, a flagger signals, a train is near, or a stop sign is posted.
In Georgia, you may not stop, stand, or park within how many feet of a stop sign, yield sign, or traffic signal?
- A. 15 feet
- B. 20 feet
- C. 30 feet
- D. 50 feet
Answer: 30 feet. Georgia prohibits stopping, standing, or parking within 30 feet of a stop sign, yield sign, or traffic control signal.
When does Georgia require headlights?
- A. From sunset to sunrise
- B. From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, whenever it's raining, and when visibility is limited
- C. Only on unlit roads
- D. Only in fog
Answer: From 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, whenever it's raining, and when visibility is limited. Headlights are required from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise, any time it's raining, and whenever visibility is limited.
When following another vehicle closely in Georgia, within what distance should you dim your high beams?
- A. 100 feet
- B. 200 feet
- C. 300 feet
- D. 500 feet
Answer: 200 feet. Dim within 200 feet when following closely and within 500 feet of an approaching vehicle.
What is the penalty for a first conviction under Georgia's Hands-Free law?
- A. A warning
- B. 1 point and a fine of up to $50
- C. 2 points and a fine of up to $100
- D. 3 points and a fine of up to $150
Answer: 1 point and a fine of up to $50. First offense: 1 point and up to $50. Second: 2 points and up to $100. Third or more: 3 points and up to $150.
How many points within 24 months will get a Georgia driver's license suspended?
- A. 10
- B. 12
- C. 15
- D. 18
Answer: 15. Accumulating 15 or more points in 24 months triggers a suspension.
A Georgia driver under 18 will have their license suspended after accumulating how many points in any 12-month period?
- A. 2
- B. 4
- C. 6
- D. 8
Answer: 4. Drivers under 18 are suspended for four or more points in 12 months. Drivers under 21 are also suspended for any single 4-point offense.
How long is the license suspension in Georgia for refusing a chemical test under implied consent?
- A. 90 days
- B. 6 months
- C. At least one year
- D. Two years
Answer: At least one year. Refusing state-administered chemical testing suspends your license for a minimum of one year.
When passing a bicyclist in Georgia, how much space must you leave?
- A. At least 2 feet
- B. At least 3 feet
- C. At least 5 feet
- D. One lane width
Answer: At least 3 feet. Georgia law requires at least three feet between your vehicle and the bicycle at all times while passing.

Georgia Permit Test FAQ

How many questions are on the Georgia permit test?

The Georgia knowledge test has 40 multiple-choice questions. You need at least 30 correct answers (75%) to pass.

How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Georgia?

The minimum age for a learner's permit in Georgia is 15. The minimum age for a driver's license is 16.

What is the legal blood alcohol limit in Georgia?

Georgia calls impaired driving DUI. The limit is 0.08% BAC for drivers 21 and over, and 0.02% for drivers under 21.

How does the Georgia driver point system work?

Points range from 2 to 6. 15 points in 24 months results in license suspension.

What are the default speed limits in Georgia?

Typical limits in Georgia are up to 70 mph on highways, 30 mph in residential areas and 15 mph in school zones. Posted signs always take priority.

Sources

The facts and questions on this page are based on the following official Georgia government sources:

Facts and questions last checked against the Georgia DDS Driver's Manual on September 24, 2026.

Laws change. Always check the current Georgia driver's manual before your test. This site is unofficial and not affiliated with any Georgia government agency.