Free 2026 MD DMV Practice Tests
Based on the official Maryland Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your MD MVA written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.
MD Warm-up Test
A quick 20-question quiz to gauge your readiness. Perfect for starting your study journey.
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What to Expect on the Maryland driver Test
Computer at any full-service MVA office.
20 min
Free / bundled
No MVA fee for taking the knowledge test; the learner\'s permit itself carries a separate application fee.Applicants must make an appointment at any full-service MVA office to take the knowledge test.
Retest next business day after first failure (if slot available); after two or more failures, must wait at least 7 calendar days.
English, Spanish, American Sign Language, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese (Traditional), Farsi, French, Hindi, Korean, Nepali, Portuguese, Russian, Tagalog, Urdu, Vietnamese, Yoruba
Documents to Bring to Your Maryland Test
Proof of identity (birth certificate, U.S. passport, Permanent Resident card, or Certificate of Naturalization) and proof of Social Security number. Applicants under 16 must also bring a School Verification form (DL-300) or Parental Verification form (DL-300A).
Maryland Rules You'll See on the Test
Rules unique to Maryland that appear on the MD MVA knowledge test more than others.
- gavel MD Rookie Driver Graduated Licensing System (GLS)
- gavel Learner's permit ban on ALL cell phone use, including hands-free (except 911)
- gavel MD handheld phone and texting ban for all drivers
- gavel MD Move Over Law covers police, tow, utility, CHART, and any vehicle with hazard lights
- gavel Supervising driver must be 21+ with 3+ years of experience in the front passenger seat
Maryland DMV Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Maryland driver permit test?
The MD MVA 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.
What's a passing score on the Maryland DMV knowledge test?
You need 21 out of 25 correct — 85% — to pass. The result is displayed immediately after you submit.
How many questions can I get wrong and still pass the Maryland test?
You can miss at most 4 questions. Any more than that and MD MVA will mark it a fail — you'll need to retake.
Is the Maryland knowledge test on paper or computer?
Computer at any full-service MVA office.
How much time do I get for the Maryland knowledge test?
You have 20 minutes to complete the MD MVA knowledge test. Most test-takers finish in about half that.
Is there a fee for the Maryland knowledge test?
There's no separate MD MVA knowledge-test fee. No MVA fee for taking the knowledge test; the learner\'s permit itself carries a separate application fee.
Do I need an appointment for the Maryland knowledge test?
Applicants must make an appointment at any full-service MVA office to take the knowledge test.
What documents does MD MVA require to take the test?
Proof of identity (birth certificate, U.S. passport, Permanent Resident card, or Certificate of Naturalization) and proof of Social Security number. Applicants under 16 must also bring a School Verification form (DL-300) or Parental Verification form (DL-300A).