Free 2026 CT DMV Practice Tests
Based on the official Connecticut Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your CT DMV written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.
CT CDL General Knowledge
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Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
What to Expect on the Connecticut CDL Test
25 multiple-choice questions, 20 correct to pass. Computer-based at DMV offices (some hard-copy language versions).
No time limit
$40
$40 license exam fee covers knowledge and vision tests; learner's permit itself is a separate $19 fee.Yes — all knowledge testing is by appointment only at select DMV offices; scheduled and prepaid online.
Unlimited, but must reschedule and repay exam fee after each failure.
7-day wait between attempts.
Retake fee: $40.
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Documents to Bring to Your Connecticut Test
Acceptable proof of identity documents (no photocopies), completed and signed Form R-229 permit application, $40 exam fee, Connecticut Work Zone Safety Course completion certificate, and corrective lenses if needed.
Connecticut Rules You'll See on the Test
Rules unique to Connecticut that appear on the CT DMV knowledge test more than others.
- gavel Must complete free online CT Work Zone Safety Course before knowledge test appointment
- gavel Move Over Law applies to ANY vehicle on the shoulder, not just emergency vehicles
- gavel Parent/guardian of 16-17 year-old permit-holder must attend a 2-hour training course
- gavel Learner's permit holders may only have a licensed instructor or qualified 20+ year-old trainer as passenger
- gavel Zero-tolerance BAC (0.02) for drivers under 21
Connecticut DMV Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Connecticut CDL permit test?
The CT DMV 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.
What passing score does Connecticut require on the CDL test?
Federal FMCSA regulations set the passing score at 80% on the General Knowledge test and every endorsement test. CT DMV follows this federal baseline for all CDL applicants — states cannot lower it.
Do I need a DOT medical card before the Connecticut CDL test?
Yes. FMCSA requires a valid DOT medical examiner's certificate before you can be issued a CDL — bring it to your appointment. You cannot take the CDL knowledge test without one on file.
Will I see my Connecticut test score right after I submit?
Yes. CT DMV testing terminals display pass/fail and your score immediately after you finish. If you pass, they'll normally begin permit processing the same visit.
Can I look at the Connecticut handbook during the actual test?
No — CT DMV treats the exam as closed-book. The handbook is what you use to prepare, not to reference during the exam.
What's a passing score on the Connecticut DMV knowledge test?
You need 20 out of 25 correct — 80% — to pass. The result is displayed immediately after you submit.
Do I need a REAL ID version of my Connecticut license?
First-time REAL ID applicants must make an in-person appointment with additional acceptable identification documents; no separate fee beyond the standard renewal ($72 for 6 years or $96 for 8 years).
What documents does CT DMV require to take the test?
Acceptable proof of identity documents (no photocopies), completed and signed Form R-229 permit application, $40 exam fee, Connecticut Work Zone Safety Course completion certificate, and corrective lenses if needed.
How much does the Connecticut DMV knowledge test cost?
The CT DMV knowledge test costs $40. $40 license exam fee covers knowledge and vision tests; learner's permit itself is a separate $19 fee.
On the Connecticut DMV test, should I answer what's literally in the handbook even if it seems overly cautious?
Yes. If the handbook says "come to a complete stop at every stop sign," answer that — even if in the real world people roll through. Test questions grade against the handbook, not real-world driving habits.