Mississippi CDL Manual
Read the official manual from MS DPS directly. Download the PDF for offline study or read it online.
Official Resource
This handbook is sourced directly from MS DPS.
Testing at a Glance for Mississippi
Once you've read the handbook, here's what to expect at the MS DPS knowledge test.
30
80%
No time limit
$7
Documents You'll Need When You Take the Mississippi Test
Completed application, original birth certificate (no photocopies), SSN card, two proofs of residency, and School Attendance Form (MDE 39) for ages 15-17 dated within 30 days.
Mississippi-Specific Rules Covered in This Handbook
Rules unique to Mississippi that MS DPS weights heavily in the knowledge test — you'll see these in the handbook chapters.
- gavel MS texting-while-driving ban (63-33-1) for all drivers; no statewide handheld ban for adults
- gavel MS learner/intermediate license: NO cell phone use in any capacity while driving
- gavel MS intermediate license drive time 6 a.m.-10 p.m. unsupervised (16+ after 12 months of permit)
- gavel MS Move Over Law covers tow, utility, sanitation, and highway maintenance vehicles
- gavel Insurance minimums 25/50/25
After You Pass: Mississippi License Renewal
8 years
$47
Up to 6 months before expiration
More Mississippi Driving Resources
Mississippi Handbook FAQ
Is this the official Mississippi CDL handbook?
Yes. The handbook mirrored above is the same document MS DPS publishes on its official website — we host it here for faster mobile loading and cleaner reading.
Do first-time drivers and renewing drivers use the same Mississippi handbook?
Yes. MS DPS publishes a single unified handbook covering both. Sections marked "For New Drivers" or "GDL" are the ones a renewing driver can skim; the rest is universal.
What documents does MS DPS require when I show up for the test?
Completed application, original birth certificate (no photocopies), SSN card, two proofs of residency, and School Attendance Form (MDE 39) for ages 15-17 dated within 30 days.
Is there an audio version of the Mississippi handbook?
MS DPS does not publish an official audio edition. You can use a device text-to-speech reader on the PDF/HTML — most work well, though sign images obviously don't get spoken.
Do you have practice tests based on this Mississippi handbook?
Yes. Every question in our Mississippi CDL practice tests is sourced from this handbook. Start at /test/ms/cdl for the full state-specific quiz set.
Is there a shortcut for just the road signs chapter?
Yes — our /signs library shows every standard sign with test-focused explanations, organized by shape and color. Pair it with the handbook's signs chapter for the fastest sign memorization.
Should I read the Mississippi handbook as a PDF or HTML?
PDF preserves the state's page layout and images; HTML is faster on mobile and searchable via Ctrl-F. Most students find HTML best for study, PDF best for a final read-through before test day.
Can I read the Mississippi handbook on my phone?
Yes. Both the official PDF and our mirrored HTML version work on mobile. HTML loads faster on cellular and is easier to search — use the reader above for study sessions on the go.