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Nevada · Permit test

How many questions are on the Nevada permit test?

The Nevada permit test has 25 multiple-choice questions, and you need 20 correct to pass. That means you can get 5 wrong. The same 25 questions and 80% bar apply whether you test online or at a DMV office, as of October 2026.

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Updated October 2026 · Written from official sources, listed at the bottom of this page

The format at a glance

Online (KnowToDrive Nevada)At a DMV office
Questions25 multiple choice25 multiple choice
To pass20 correct (80%)20 correct (80%)
Time60 minutesNo time limit
LanguagesEnglish, SpanishEnglish, Spanish, audio
AppointmentNot needed, open 24/7Needed

What the questions cover

The DMV's handbook says the test checks your understanding of highway signs and markings, traffic laws and safe driving practices. Every answer is in the Nevada Driver's Handbook (DMV 700).

The DMV doesn't publish how many questions come from each chapter, or a separate sign section. Signs are mixed in with everything else, so one test can touch right-of-way, speed limits, school buses, parking, phones and DUI.

Motorcycle and CDL tests are separate

The motorcycle knowledge test also has 25 questions with an 80% pass mark. If you don't already hold a Class C license, you take the Class C written test as well.

Commercial drivers take a CDL general knowledge test, plus air brake and endorsement tests if they need them. The DMV's CDL page doesn't give the number of questions on those.

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Sources: Nevada DMV and 3 more. Checked October 2026.

Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.