Free 2026 UT DMV Practice Tests
Based on the official Utah Driver's Handbook. Get ready for your UT DPS written exam with our comprehensive practice tests.
UT CDL General Knowledge
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Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
What to Expect on the Utah CDL Test
50-question closed-book multiple choice for never-licensed applicants; 25-question open-book for previously licensed; 80% required (40/50).
No time limit
$19
$19 learner permit application fee includes the knowledge test; a second application fee is required after 3 failures.Yes — appointment required at a Driver License office, scheduled through dldapply.ps.utah.gov.
Two attempts per day; after three failures a second application fee is required.
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Documents to Bring to Your Utah Test
Proof of identity, lawful presence (for non-U.S. citizens), Social Security number, and Utah residency address; applicants under 18 need a parent/legal guardian to co-sign for financial responsibility.
Utah Rules You'll See on the Test
Rules unique to Utah that appear on the UT DPS knowledge test more than others.
- gavel Zero-tolerance 'not a drop' alcohol rule for drivers under 21
- gavel First-time drivers must pass online Traffic Safety and Trends Exam with 100%
- gavel Teen GDL: no driving midnight to 5 a.m. (with exceptions)
- gavel First 6 months of licensure or until age 18: no non-immediate-family passengers unless a licensed driver 21+ is in the front seat
- gavel Mountain driving techniques covered as a special driving situation
Utah DMV Test FAQ
How many questions are on the Utah CDL permit test?
The UT DPS 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.
Who actually administers the Utah driver knowledge test?
The UT DPS administers the test at its authorized offices. Third-party providers may proctor in some locations, but the exam content and scoring are set by UT DPS.
Can I look at the Utah handbook during the actual test?
No — UT DPS treats the exam as closed-book. The handbook is what you use to prepare, not to reference during the exam.
Do I have to pay for the Utah driver handbook?
No. UT DPS publishes it free as a PDF and often prints free copies at DMV offices. Beware sites that charge to "download" it — the state's version is always free.
How early should I arrive for my Utah test appointment?
Arrive 15-20 minutes before your slot. UT DPS offices often move faster than the appointment time suggests, and late arrivals may forfeit the slot entirely.
Does the Utah test include road-sign identification questions?
Yes. A substantial portion of the questions test recognition of standard road signs by shape, color, and meaning. Practicing at /signs alongside our full quizzes is the fastest way to lock these in.
What's a Utah-specific rule that shows up on the test?
One example: Mountain driving techniques covered as a special driving situation Rules like this are drawn straight from the state handbook and are the ones out-of-state applicants most often miss.
What happens before I actually take the Utah test at the office?
You'll present your documents, pay applicable fees, pass the vision screening, and (if you're issued a permit that day) get your photo taken. Only then are you handed off to a testing terminal or a paper packet.
Will UT DPS test my vision at renewal too?
Eye test required on all original, renewal, lapsed, and replacement licenses; 20/40 vision and 90 degrees peripheral in at least one eye; required at renewal for drivers 65+.
What passing score does Utah require on the CDL test?
Federal FMCSA regulations set the passing score at 80% on the General Knowledge test and every endorsement test. UT DPS follows this federal baseline for all CDL applicants — states cannot lower it.