Georgia Permit Practice Tests 2025: Master Peach State Roadways

You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a Class C Instructional Permit (CP) in Georgia. This applies to all first-time permit applicants regardless of prior driving experience.

To apply for a permit in Georgia you must bring:

• Proof of identity (original or certified copy of birth certificate, U.S. passport, or Certificate of Naturalization/Citizenship)
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence in the United States
• Two proofs of Georgia residency (showing you live in Georgia)
• Proof of your Social Security Number
• Payment for the non-refundable application fee ($10)

For a complete list of acceptable documents visit the Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) website at dds.georgia.gov.

Yes. If you’re under 18 a parent, legal guardian or responsible adult must:

• Sign your permit application in person at the DDS Customer Service Center
• Complete a Responsible Adult Affidavit
• Provide identification to prove their relationship to you
• Accept responsibility for your driving

A responsible adult can be:

• A parent or legal guardian
• A social worker who has worked with you
• A certified driver training instructor (with notarized documentation)
• An employee of a homeless shelter where you reside
• A stepparent (with proof of marriage to your biological parent)
• Other qualified individuals as determined by state agencies or officials

The application process for a Georgia instructional permit is as follows:

1. Fill out the driver’s license application form online before visiting a DDS Customer Service Center or complete it in person
2. Bring all required documents (identity, residency, Social Security Number, etc.)
3. If under 18, bring a parent or guardian to sign the application
4. If under 18, bring proof of school enrollment, graduation or exemption
5. Pay the non-refundable $10 application fee
6. Pass a vision test
7. Pass the knowledge exam related to Road Signs and Road Rules

Georgia allows you to start the application process online through DDS Online Services at but you must visit a DDS Customer Service Center in person to complete the application, bring your documents, take your vision test and complete your knowledge test.

The Georgia Department of Driver Services charges a non-refundable application fee of $10 for an instructional permit. This fee covers the cost of processing your application and taking the knowledge test. If you fail any part of the test, no refund will be issued and the fee must be paid for each testing attempt.

To get your permit in Georgia you must pass:

• A vision test to make sure you can see well enough to drive safely
• A knowledge exam consisting of questions on road signs and road rules

The Georgia permit knowledge exam consists of two parts:

• Road Signs Test: 20 questions about the meaning of standard highway signs, signals and markers. You must correctly answer 15 out of 20 questions to pass.
• Road Rules Test: 20 questions about driver responsibility, knowledge of laws and safe driving practices. You must correctly answer 15 out of 20 questions to pass.

The Georgia permit test covers:

• Traffic laws and regulations
• Road signs and signals
• Right-of-way rules
• Safe driving practices
• Penalties for violating traffic laws
• Effects of alcohol and drugs on driving

The best ways to prepare for your Georgia permit test:

• Study the Georgia Driver’s Manual thoroughly, available on our website at this link
• Take our free practice tests that simulate the actual permit test
• Review the test materials multiple times to make sure you understand the key concepts
• Visit the DDS website for additional study materials

If you fail the Georgia permit test:

• On your 1st failure, you must wait until the next day before retaking the portion you failed
• On your 2nd or subsequent failure, you must wait 7 days before retaking the portion you failed
• You will have to pay the $10 test fee again for each testing attempt

With a Georgia Class C Instructional Permit you can:

• Practice driving when accompanied by a person who is at least 21 years old, has a valid Class C license, and is capable of controlling the vehicle
• Gain experience to prepare for your road test
• Your permit is good for 2 years

When driving with a permit in Georgia you:

• Must have a licensed driver at least 21 years old in the front passenger seat
• Must follow all traffic laws and safe driving practices
• Must not drive between midnight and 5:00 a.m.
• Must not use any electronic devices while driving if you’re under 18
• Must ensure all occupants wear seat belts

In Georgia the requirements depend on your age:
If you are under 18:

• You must hold your instructional permit for at least 12 months (one year and one day) before taking the road test for a Class D license
• You must complete at least 40 hours of supervised driving practice, including 6 hours at night
• You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a Class D license

If you are 18 or older:

• There is no minimum holding period for your instructional permit
• You can apply for a Class C license when you feel ready to take the road test

In Georgia driver education requirements vary based on your age:

• If you are under 18: You do not need to complete driver education to get a learner’s permit. However, driver education will be required later to obtain a Class D license at age 16 or 17.
• If you are 18 or older: No, driver education is not required for either a permit or license, although it is recommended to help you become a safer driver.

In Georgia before you get your driver’s license the requirements depend on your age:
If you are 16 or 17 years old:

• You must complete an approved driver education course consisting of:
  • 30 hours of classroom instruction (or an equivalent online virtual course)
  • AND 6 hours of on-the-road experience with a certified instructor (or completion of the DDS-approved Parent/Teen Driving Guide)
• Complete 40 hours of supervised driving experience, including at least 6 hours at night with a parent or guardian

If you are 18 or older:

• No, but it’s recommended

You can find Georgia-approved driver education programs by:

• Visiting the Georgia DDS website at dds.georgia.gov for a list of certified driving schools and online courses
• Checking with your high school for driver education courses
• Ensuring the program is approved by the DDS before enrolling

The Georgia behind-the-wheel test checks:

• Your ability to drive safely
• Your knowledge of traffic laws
• Parallel parking
• Straight-line backing
• Stopping for signs or traffic signals
• Turning about (three-point turn)
• Use of clutch (if applicable)
• Approaching intersections and corners
• Yielding right-of-way
• Turning
• Passing
• Following at a safe distance
• Maintaining good posture

Before you start, the DMV examiner will ask you to demonstrate various vehicle controls and safety features including:

• Brake lights
• Tire condition
• Foot brake operation
• Horn functionality
• Emergency/parking brake operation
• Turn/arm signals
• Windshield wipers
• Seat belts

You can schedule your behind-the-wheel test in Georgia by:

• Visiting the DDS website at dds.georgia.gov and using the online appointment system
• Using DDS Online Services
• Same-day appointments may be available if testing slots have not been filled

On the day of your behind-the-wheel test in Georgia, bring:

• Your permit
• A registered vehicle with valid insurance
• Proof of insurance and registration
• A licensed driver who is at least 21 years old
• If using a rental vehicle, your name must be on the rental contract and the contract must not exclude driving tests
• All test vehicles must pass a safety inspection before the test can be conducted

Common reasons for failing the Georgia behind-the-wheel test include:

• Not checking blind spots before changing lanes
• Rolling through stop signs instead of coming to a complete stop
• Driving too fast or too slow for conditions
• Improper lane positioning or lane changes
• Not yielding to pedestrians or other vehicles
• Lack of steering control
• Poor awareness of surroundings
• Inability to parallel park properly

To convert your learner’s permit to a driver’s license in Georgia:
If you are under 18:

• Hold your permit for at least 12 months (one year and one day)
• Complete the driver education course and supervised driving practice
• Be at least 16 years old
• Pass the behind-the-wheel test
• Pay the fee

If you are 18 or older:

• Practice with your permit
• Schedule and pass the behind-the-wheel test
• Pay the fee

Georgia’s graduated licensing program (TADRA – Teenage and Adult Driver Responsibility Act) for teens has these stages:

• Instructional Permit (CP): Must be at least 15 years old. Valid for 2 years.
• Provisional License: Must be at least 16 years old, have held a permit for at least 12 months (one year and one day), completed driver education and 40 hours of supervised driving, and passed the road test.
• Full License: Available at age 18, or after holding a Provisional License until age 18, or for one year and one day without any major traffic violations.
• Adults 18 and older can apply directly for a Full License after getting and practicing with an instructional permit.

As a new driver under 18 in Georgia with a Provisional License, you will be restricted from:

• Driving between 12:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. – NO EXCEPTIONS
• For the first 6 months: Only immediate family members as passengers
• For the next 6 months: Only one passenger under 21 who is not a family member
• After 12 months: Maximum three passengers under 21 who are not family members
• Must be conviction-free for major traffic violations for 12 months before applying for a Class C license

Immediate family members include parents, step-parents, grandparents, siblings, step-siblings, children and any other person who resides at your residence.

Georgia does not recognize out-of-state permits. If you are moving to Georgia with an out-of-state permit:

• You will need to apply for a Georgia permit by taking the knowledge test
• If you’re under 18, you must hold a valid permit (either from Georgia or your previous state) for at least 12 months before you can take the road test for a Class D license

Georgia offers the following accommodations for applicants with disabilities:

• Audio versions of the driver handbook
• Oral knowledge tests
• American Sign Language interpreters
• Extended testing time
• Use of special equipment in your own vehicle for the driving test
• Contact your local DDS office before your appointment to request accommodations

Yes, non-citizens can get a permit or license in Georgia by providing:

• Proof of identity
• Proof of lawful presence in the United States
• Proof of Georgia residency
• Other required documents
• Visit the Georgia DDS website for more information on documentation requirements for non-citizens

You can download a copy of the Georgia Driver’s Manual here. Physical copies are also available at any DDS office.

Yes! We offer free Georgia-specific practice tests that mimic the actual permit test. Our practice tests are designed to help you study the material and get comfortable with the test format before your actual exam.

For more information about the Georgia permit process:

• Visit the Georgia DDS website at dds.georgia.gov
• Call the DDS at (678) 413-8400 during business hours
• Visit your local DDS Customer Service Center
• For hearing impaired assistance, dial 711

If you lose your Georgia permit:

• Go to a DDS Customer Service Center
• Bring proof of identity
• Pay a $5 replacement fee
• If you request a replacement within 150 days of the original expiration date, you will need to renew for a full term

A parent or guardian who signed the application for a minor can cancel the teen’s permit or license at any time prior to the minor’s 18th birthday by:

• Filling out the form designated by the Department
• Having the form notarized
• Paying a non-refundable $10 fee