Free 2026 KS DMV Practice Tests
Based on the official Kansas Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your KS DOR written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.
KS Warm-up Test
A quick 20-question quiz to gauge your readiness. Perfect for starting your study journey.
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Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
What to Expect on the Kansas driver Test
Computer (in-office, untimed) or web-based online via ks.knowtodrive.com (60-minute timed).
60 min
$3
$3 in-office first-attempt exam fee; $1.50 per reexam within 6 months. Online KnowTo Drive is $10 initial and $8.50 retake.Appointments are recommended (receive priority) but walk-ins are accepted at driver's license offices.
4 attempts; after the 4th failure, wait 6 months before retesting.
1-day wait between attempts.
Retake fee: $2.
English, Spanish
Documents to Bring to Your Kansas Test
Proof of name, age, and Kansas residency; Social Security number; parental/guardian consent and driver's education (DE-99) if under 18.
Kansas Rules You'll See on the Test
Rules unique to Kansas that appear on the KS DOR knowledge test more than others.
- gavel Kansas Farm Permit at age 14 (K.S.A. 8-296)
- gavel Move Over law for stationary emergency vehicles (K.S.A. 8-1530)
- gavel Texting and electronic-writing ban while driving
- gavel Graduated Driver's License: restricted Class C at age 15
- gavel Yield to construction workers and equipment (K.S.A. 8-1531)
Kansas DMV Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Kansas driver permit test?
The KS DOR driver 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.
Where can I verify these Kansas test details on an official source?
KS DOR publishes the authoritative rules at https://www.ksrevenue.gov/pdf/dlhb.pdf. We refresh our numbers annually against that page — if you spot a discrepancy, the DMV site is the source of truth.
Can I use my phone during the Kansas DMV knowledge test?
No. All electronics are prohibited during the exam and most offices ask you to leave them in a locker. Use your phone to drill practice tests before you walk in.
If I'm under 18, does a parent need to be with me for the Kansas test?
A parent or guardian doesn't sit through the test with you, but under-18 applicants normally need a parent's signature on the application before KS DOR will schedule or administer the exam. Bring the signed form.
Are all Kansas driver 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 KS DOR knowledge test.
Can I retake the Kansas knowledge test if I fail?
Yes. 4 attempts; after the 4th failure, wait 6 months before retesting. You must wait 1 day between attempts. Each retake costs $2.
Is the Kansas 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 passing score on the Kansas DMV knowledge test?
You need 20 out of 25 correct — 80% — to pass. The result is displayed immediately after you submit.
What's the most common reason people fail their first Kansas attempt?
Underestimating the road-sign section. Rules of the road are intuitive; sign identification isn't — many test-takers know what a sign means but not what its exact shape or color indicates. Spend extra time on /signs.
How many practice tests can I take on this site?
Unlimited. There's no login, no daily cap, and no payment gate. Take one, review your mistakes, take another. Free practice tests are how we help — we make our money from ads, not from the tests.