Maryland Driver Knowledge Tests
Every Maryland course, the agency that gives the test, and the shape of each test.
- Licensing Agency
- Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration
- Learner's Permit Test
- 25 questions, 22 correct to pass, scored as one total — 6 signs and signals; 19 rules of the road.
- Motorcycle Test
- 25 questions, 21 correct to pass.
- CDL General Knowledge
- 50 questions, 40 correct to pass.
Learner's Permit
The rules of the road plus Maryland's own licensing rules, permit conditions and penalties.
463 questions25 questions, 22 correct to pass, scored as one total — 6 signs and signals; 19 rules of the road.
Motorcycle
The motorcycle knowledge test for Maryland: gear, controls, curves, traffic, hazards, passengers, and alcohol.
88 questions25 questions, 21 correct to pass.
CDL General Knowledge
The commercial license general knowledge test: the federal rules for commercial driving that every CDL program follows, in every state and DC.
282 questions50 questions, 40 correct to pass.
CDL Hazardous Materials (H)
The CDL Hazardous Materials (H) knowledge test, on the federal rules that apply in every state and DC.
180 questions30 questions, 24 correct to pass.
CDL Air Brakes
The CDL Air Brakes knowledge test, on the federal rules that apply in every state and DC.
64 questions25 questions, 20 correct to pass.
CDL Passenger (P)
The CDL Passenger (P) knowledge test, on the federal rules that apply in every state and DC.
60 questions20 questions, 16 correct to pass.
CDL School Bus (S)
The CDL School Bus (S) knowledge test, on the federal rules that apply in every state and DC.
49 questions20 questions, 16 correct to pass.
CDL Tank Vehicle (N)
The CDL Tank Vehicle (N) knowledge test, on the federal rules that apply in every state and DC.
50 questions20 questions, 16 correct to pass.
CDL Doubles/Triples (T)
The CDL Doubles/Triples (T) knowledge test, on the federal rules that apply in every state and DC.
45 questions20 questions, 16 correct to pass.
Maryland Permit Test Facts
| Test | Questions | Passing Score | Who Gives It | Agency Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learner's Permit | 25 | 22 correct | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| Motorcycle | 25. These numbers are widely reported; Maryland does not publish them.25. DetailsThese numbers are widely reported; Maryland does not publish them. | 21 correct. These numbers are widely reported; Maryland does not publish them.21 correct. DetailsThese numbers are widely reported; Maryland does not publish them. | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| CDL General Knowledge | 50. No federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ.50. DetailsNo federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ. | 40 correct. 80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135).40 correct. Details80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135). | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| CDL Hazardous Materials (H) | 30. No federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ.30. DetailsNo federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ. | 24 correct. 80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135).24 correct. Details80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135). | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| CDL Air Brakes | 25. No federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ.25. DetailsNo federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ. | 20 correct. 80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135).20 correct. Details80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135). | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| CDL Passenger (P) | 20. No federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ.20. DetailsNo federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ. | 16 correct. 80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135).16 correct. Details80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135). | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| CDL School Bus (S) | 20. No federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ.20. DetailsNo federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ. | 16 correct. 80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135).16 correct. Details80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135). | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| CDL Tank Vehicle (N) | 20. No federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ.20. DetailsNo federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ. | 16 correct. 80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135).16 correct. Details80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135). | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
| CDL Doubles/Triples (T) | 20. No federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ.20. DetailsNo federal rule sets the question count: 49 CFR 383.133 sends the states to AAMVA's test system, which is not public. The count here is the one used by the states that publish theirs, so your state may differ. | 16 correct. 80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135).16 correct. Details80 percent is the federal pass mark for every CDL knowledge test (49 CFR 383.135). | Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration | Maryland MVA |
Permit Tests in Other States
ALAlabama Permit TestAKAlaska Permit TestAZArizona Permit TestARArkansas Permit TestCACalifornia Permit TestCOColorado Permit TestCTConnecticut Permit TestDEDelaware Permit TestDCDistrict of Columbia Permit TestFLFlorida Permit TestGAGeorgia Permit TestHIHawaii Permit TestIDIdaho Permit TestILIllinois Permit TestINIndiana Permit TestIAIowa Permit TestKSKansas Permit TestKYKentucky Permit TestLALouisiana Permit TestMEMaine Permit TestMAMassachusetts Permit TestMIMichigan Permit TestMNMinnesota Permit TestMSMississippi Permit TestMOMissouri Permit TestMTMontana Permit TestNENebraska Permit TestNVNevada Permit TestNHNew Hampshire Permit TestNJNew Jersey Permit TestNMNew Mexico Permit TestNYNew York Permit TestNCNorth Carolina Permit TestNDNorth Dakota Permit TestOHOhio Permit TestOKOklahoma Permit TestOROregon Permit TestPAPennsylvania Permit TestRIRhode Island Permit TestSCSouth Carolina Permit TestSDSouth Dakota Permit TestTNTennessee Permit TestTXTexas Permit TestUTUtah Permit TestVTVermont Permit TestVAVirginia Permit TestWAWashington Permit TestWVWest Virginia Permit TestWIWisconsin Permit TestWYWyoming Permit Test
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Questions
Common Questions
Who gives the driver knowledge test in Maryland?
The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration. Check its website for fees, documents and whether you need an appointment.
How many questions are on the Maryland permit test?
25
What is the passing score on the Maryland permit test?
22 correct
Does Maryland have a motorcycle knowledge test?
Yes. Maryland's motorcycle knowledge test: 25 questions, 21 to pass. These numbers are widely reported; Maryland does not publish them.
Which CDL tests can I practice for Maryland?
CDL General Knowledge and the CDL Hazardous Materials (H), CDL Air Brakes, CDL Passenger (P), CDL School Bus (S), CDL Tank Vehicle (N), CDL Doubles/Triples (T). The CDL tests are federal, so the questions are the same in every state and DC.