Practice Test 3: Mississippi DPS Permit Practice Test

Right-of-way, turns, parking and speed. Based on the Mississippi driver handbook. Free, with instant answers.

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Mississippi DPS practice tests

Choose a full test, the timed exam simulator, or a topic test. Each full test has 20 questions and you need 80% to pass.

Practice Test 1 Mixed questions from every handbook chapter. Practice Test 2 A fresh mix of signs, rules and safe driving. Practice Test 3 Right-of-way, turns, parking and speed. Practice Test 4 Harder scenario questions to test real understanding. Practice Test 5 Final review before your real knowledge test. Exam Simulator 40 timed questions with no feedback until the end. Road Signs Test Signs, signals and pavement markings. Rules of the Road Test Right-of-way, speed limits, turns and passing. Safe Driving Test Defensive driving, weather and distractions. Alcohol & Drugs Test DUI laws, BAC limits and impaired driving. Sharing the Road Test Pedestrians, cyclists, trucks and motorcycles.

About the Mississippi DPS written test

The Mississippi knowledge test (often searched as the Mississippi permit test or Mississippi DMV test) checks that new drivers understand road signs, traffic laws and safe driving habits before getting a learner's permit. The questions come from the official Mississippi driver handbook published by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

Mississippi applicants must pass a knowledge exam and an eye exam in person at a Driver Service Bureau station, based on the Mississippi Driver's License Manual. The manual is free to download or $3.00 at a station, and electronic devices are not allowed in the testing area.

Mississippi permit test quick facts

Minimum permit age
You can get a Mississippi learner's permit at age 15 with proof of school enrollment.
Vision screening
An eye exam is required; the manual lists no acuity number.
Permit fee
Learner's permit $7.00 (valid 2 years); Class R license $24.00 for 4 years.
Adult BAC limit
0.08% for drivers 21+; 0.02% for drivers under 21.
Seat belt law
All occupants must buckle up; children under 4 need a car seat and ages 4 to under 7 need a booster if under 4'9" or 65 lbs.

Rules and fees change. Confirm current details with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety before you test.

What Mississippi drivers should know

  • School zones: 15 mph when children are present.
  • Leave at least 3 feet when passing a bicyclist.
  • Under 17: hold the permit 12 months before a regular license.
  • Interstates: 70 mph maximum, 40 mph minimum.
  • Refusing a chemical test brings a 90-day suspension.

Topics covered in our Mississippi practice tests

  • Road signs and signals: shapes, colors, pavement markings and traffic lights.
  • Rules of the road: right-of-way, speed, turns, passing, parking and school zones.
  • Safe driving: following distance, night and weather driving, distractions and emergencies.
  • Alcohol and drugs: impaired driving, BAC and penalties.
  • Sharing the road: pedestrians, bicycles, motorcycles and large trucks.

How to pass the Mississippi permit test

  1. Read the official Mississippi driver handbook, paying close attention to numbers (distances, speeds, BAC limits).
  2. Take Practice Test 1 in study mode and read every explanation.
  3. Work through Tests 2 to 5, then the topic tests for your weakest areas.
  4. Use the Exam Simulator and aim for 80% or higher on several attempts in a row.
  5. Bring the documents your state requires and book your test with the DPS.

Mississippi permit test FAQ

How old do you have to be to take the Mississippi permit test?

You can get a Mississippi learner's permit at age 15 with proof of school enrollment.

Is this Mississippi DMV practice test free?

Yes. Every Mississippi practice test on this site is free, with instant answers and explanations. No sign-up is required.

Are these the real Mississippi DPS test questions?

No. These are original practice questions written to cover the same topics as the official Mississippi driver handbook. They are not the exact questions on the official exam, and this site is not affiliated with the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

How can I pass the Mississippi permit test the first time?

Read the official Mississippi driver handbook, take several practice tests until you score 80% or higher consistently, and review the explanation for every question you miss.

How long must I hold a Mississippi learner's permit?

Applicants under 17 must hold the permit for 12 months before getting a license; those 17 and older can get the permit and license the same day. Time on a valid out-of-state permit counts.

What happens if I cheat on the knowledge exam?

The test is cancelled, a note is placed on your record, and you cannot retest for 6 months.

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