About the Oklahoma DPS written test
The Oklahoma knowledge test (often searched as the Oklahoma permit test or Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma driver handbook published by the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety.
Oklahoma's standard written knowledge test has 20 multiple-choice questions drawn from the Oklahoma Driver Manual, and you need 15 correct to pass. It can be taken online from home or in person at Service Oklahoma, and a vision screening is done during your office visit.
Oklahoma permit test quick facts
- Minimum permit age
- You can apply for a learner permit at 15 if you are enrolled in an approved Driver Education course, or at 16 or older without Driver Education.
- Questions on the real test
- 20
- Passing score
- You need 15 of 20 correct (75%) to pass the written test.
- Vision screening
- A vision screening is given during your Service Oklahoma visit.
- Permit fee
- $42.50 to issue the learner permit, plus $4.00 for each failed written test (due when you pass); an original Class D license is $42.50 for 4 years or $81.00 for 8 years.
- Adult BAC limit
- 0.08% is DUI; drivers under 21 can be charged for any measurable alcohol; 0.15% or higher is aggravated DUI.
- Seat belt law
- Drivers and front-seat passengers must wear seat belts, and officers can stop you for a belt violation alone.
Rules and fees change. Confirm current details with the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety before you test.
What Oklahoma drivers should know
- Learner permit holders may drive only between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. with a licensed driver at least 21.
- Park at least 15 feet from a hydrant, 20 feet from a crosswalk and 30 feet from a stop sign.
- Keep one car length of space for every 10 mph, or a three-second gap on highways.
- Ten points within five years leads to license suspension.
- Children under 2 ride rear-facing; ages 4 to under 8 use a car seat or booster unless taller than 4 feet 9 inches.
Topics covered in our Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma permit test
- Read the official Oklahoma driver handbook, paying close attention to numbers (distances, speeds, BAC limits).
- Take Practice Test 1 in study mode and read every explanation.
- Work through Tests 2 to 5, then the topic tests for your weakest areas.
- Use the Exam Simulator and aim for 80% or higher on several attempts in a row.
- Bring the documents your state requires and book your test with the DPS.