Free 2026 MA DMV Practice Tests

Based on the official Massachusetts Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your MA RMV written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.

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MA CDL General Knowledge

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Questions 30
Mistakes 6 Max
Passing 80%

MA CDL Air Brakes

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Questions 25
Mistakes 5 Max
Passing 80%

MA CDL Combination Vehicles

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Questions 20
Mistakes 4 Max
Passing 80%

MA CDL Hazmat (H)

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Questions 30
Mistakes 6 Max
Passing 80%

MA CDL Tanker (N)

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Questions 20
Mistakes 4 Max
Passing 80%

MA CDL Doubles & Triples (T)

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Questions 20
Mistakes 4 Max
Passing 80%

MA CDL Passenger (P)

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Questions 20
Mistakes 4 Max
Passing 80%

MA CDL School Bus (S)

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Questions 20
Mistakes 4 Max
Passing 80%

Practice by Topic

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Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Class A Prep Class B Prep Class C Prep Air Brakes Endorsement

What to Expect on the Massachusetts CDL Test

Format

Computer touchscreen at Service Center; also available online with a camera-enabled computer for Class D/M.

Time limit

25 min

Test fee

$30

Each learner's permit exam attempt costs $30 (the permit itself carries an additional issuance fee).
Booking

An appointment is required at an RMV Service Center or AAA location; walk-ins are not permitted for the learner's permit exam.

Retake policy

Unlimited retakes; must reschedule and pay the exam fee each attempt.

Retake fee: $30.

Languages offered

Albanian, American Sign Language, Arabic, Armenian, Burmese, Cape Verdean Creole, English, Farsi, French, German, Greek, Gujarati, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Khmer, Kiswahili, Korean, Laotian, Mandarin, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Serbo-Croatian, Somali, Spanish, Tagalog, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Vietnamese

Documents to Bring to Your Massachusetts Test

Proof of identity, Social Security number, and Massachusetts residency per the RMV document checklist for REAL ID or standard credential. Applicants under 18 need parental/guardian consent and proof of school enrollment.

Massachusetts Rules You'll See on the Test

Rules unique to Massachusetts that appear on the MA RMV knowledge test more than others.

  • gavel MA Junior Operator Law curfew 12:30 a.m.-5:00 a.m.
  • gavel JOL 6-month passenger restriction (no under-18 riders except siblings)
  • gavel MA Hands-Free Law - no handheld device use, even at red lights
  • gavel MA Move Over Law for stationary emergency and maintenance vehicles
  • gavel Must stop 100+ ft from a school bus with flashing red lights/stop arm

Massachusetts DMV Test FAQ

How many questions are on the Massachusetts CDL permit test?

The MA RMV 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.

Should I read the whole Massachusetts handbook before taking practice tests?

Not necessarily. Most successful test-takers skim the handbook once, then drill practice tests. When they miss a question they jump back to that chapter. This is far more efficient than a cover-to-cover read.

Where can I verify these Massachusetts test details on an official source?

MA RMV publishes the authoritative rules at https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-passenger-class-d-learners-permit. We refresh our numbers annually against that page — if you spot a discrepancy, the DMV site is the source of truth.

Do I need an appointment for the Massachusetts knowledge test?

An appointment is required at an RMV Service Center or AAA location; walk-ins are not permitted for the learner's permit exam.

Are there "all of the above" trick answers on the Massachusetts test?

Occasionally, but they're not tricks — they're used when multiple listed actions are all correct. If two answer choices look correct and "all of the above" is offered, that's usually the right pick.

How much time do I get for the Massachusetts knowledge test?

You have 25 minutes to complete the MA RMV knowledge test. Most test-takers finish in about half that.

Are practice tests harder than the real Massachusetts DMV test?

Our practice tests are calibrated slightly harder than the real exam — questions include the trickier phrasings and edge-case scenarios so you're not surprised. If you consistently pass practice at 90%+, the real test will feel easier.

What passing score does Massachusetts require on the CDL test?

Federal FMCSA regulations set the passing score at 80% on the General Knowledge test and every endorsement test. MA RMV follows this federal baseline for all CDL applicants — states cannot lower it.

What documents does MA RMV require to take the test?

Proof of identity, Social Security number, and Massachusetts residency per the RMV document checklist for REAL ID or standard credential. Applicants under 18 need parental/guardian consent and proof of school enrollment.

Who actually administers the Massachusetts driver knowledge test?

The MA RMV administers the test at its authorized offices. Third-party providers may proctor in some locations, but the exam content and scoring are set by MA RMV.