Connecticut · Permit testCan you take the CT permit test online?
No. Both tests happen in person, in the same appointment, and you have to pass the vision test before you can take the knowledge test. Connecticut doesn't offer the knowledge test from home.
- Online: booking and paying, the Work Zone Safety Course, the manual and the DMV's practice tests.
- In person: the vision test and the 25-question knowledge test, at one of ten DMV locations.
Which Connecticut DMV online services can permit holders use?
- Book, change or cancel a knowledge test or road test.
- Replace a lost, stolen or damaged standard learner's permit for $19, in about 5 to 7 minutes. It comes by mail within 30 days. Motorcycle, commercial and drive-only permits have to be replaced in person.
- Upgrade your permit to a license once you've met the time, training and road test rules. It takes about 7 minutes and costs $84.
- Track your permit or license card while it's in the mail.
- Request your driving history.
CT driver's license lookup
The DMV's list of online services includes a "Check driver's license status" tool on its self-service site.
What you can study online
- The Connecticut Driver's Manual, as a PDF in English or Spanish, or as an online page.
- Three DMV practice tests in English and Spanish.
- The CT DMV Mobile app's sample questions.
- The Work Zone Safety Course, which is free, takes under an hour and is required before the test.
Sources: CT DMV and 3 more. Checked October 2026.
- CT DMV: Online services ↗
- CT DMV: Take the knowledge and vision tests ↗
- CT DMV: Replace a learner's permit ↗
- CT DMV: Upgrade a learner's permit to a license ↗
Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.