Free 2026 AR DMV Practice Tests
Based on the official Arkansas Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your AR DFA written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.
AR CDL General Knowledge
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Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
What to Expect on the Arkansas CDL Test
Computer-based at ASP driver testing sites; 25 questions, 80% to pass (20 of 25).
No time limit
$5
$5 written test fee; must be paid again for each retake.Appointment recommended and scheduled online via asp.arkansas.gov; some walk-in availability varies by troop location.
3 attempts before required to complete additional driver education.
5-day wait between attempts.
Retake fee: $5.
English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Documents to Bring to Your Arkansas Test
Original birth certificate, U.S. passport, permanent resident card, employment authorization card, or certificate of citizenship/naturalization; completed Financial Responsibility Acceptance Form; and proof of Arkansas residency.
Arkansas Rules You'll See on the Test
Rules unique to Arkansas that appear on the AR DFA knowledge test more than others.
- gavel Paul's Law: no handheld cell phone use in school zones or highway work zones
- gavel Move Over Law: change lanes or slow down for stopped emergency vehicles and utility trucks with flashing lights
- gavel Under-18 drivers with an intermediate license cannot drive 11pm-4am
- gavel Texting while driving is banned for all drivers regardless of age
- gavel Must have headlights on when windshield wipers are in use
Arkansas DMV Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Arkansas CDL permit test?
The AR DFA CDL knowledge test has 25 multiple-choice questions drawn from the official state handbook — covering road signs, traffic laws, right-of-way, and safe-driving procedures.
Is the Arkansas written test the same as the road test?
No. The knowledge test is a written or computer-based exam on rules and signs. After you pass it, you'll take a separate behind-the-wheel road test with an examiner to earn your full license.
What's a Arkansas-specific rule that shows up on the test?
One example: Paul's Law: no handheld cell phone use in school zones or highway work zones Rules like this are drawn straight from the state handbook and are the ones out-of-state applicants most often miss.
Where can I read the official Arkansas driver handbook?
The AR DFA publishes the official manual on its website. We also mirror it, mobile-formatted, at /handbooks/ar/cdl.
Do all Arkansas DMV test questions come from the handbook?
Yes — 100% of the questions are drawn directly from material covered in the official Arkansas driver handbook. If you understand the handbook you have everything you need to pass.
Are all Arkansas CDL test questions multiple choice?
Yes. Every question presents 3-4 answer choices with exactly one correct answer. There are no fill-in-the-blank, true/false, or essay questions on the AR DFA knowledge test.
Who actually administers the Arkansas driver knowledge test?
The AR DFA administers the test at its authorized offices. Third-party providers may proctor in some locations, but the exam content and scoring are set by AR DFA.
What happens right after I pass the Arkansas knowledge test?
If you brought all required documents, AR DFA normally issues a temporary paper permit or license the same day. Your printed card typically arrives by mail within 2-4 weeks.
Can I take the Arkansas DMV test in a language other than English?
Yes. AR DFA offers the knowledge test in 3 languages including English, Spanish, Vietnamese. Ask when scheduling if your language is available at your chosen office.
Is there a time limit on the Arkansas knowledge test?
No — AR DFA does not enforce a strict time limit on the knowledge test. Take the time you need to read each question carefully, but don't overthink after your first instinct.