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Kansas DMV Practice Test

Kansas offers flexible permit testing through the Department of Revenue's Division of Vehicles, with both in-person and online options via the state's official KnowTo Drive platform. The 25-question permit test covers road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving practices essential for Kansas's diverse driving environments, from flat prairie highways to rolling terrain in the northeast. Kansas drivers can choose between visiting a local Division of Vehicles office for walk-in computer-based testing or completing the test online at home through KnowTo Drive, making it one of the most convenient permit testing experiences in the nation. The state's younger demographic can obtain permits as early as age 14, supporting the state's emphasis on driver education.

Available Kansas practice tests

What's on the Kansas written test

Kansas's permit test covers essential traffic laws, road sign recognition, and safe driving practices tailored to the state's road conditions. Expect questions on right-of-way rules, safe following distances, speed limit compliance, and proper use of turn signals and lane positioning. The test emphasizes road sign identification—learn warning signs (yellow diamonds), regulatory signs (white rectangles), and information signs (green rectangles). Questions address driving in Kansas-specific conditions including sudden severe weather on flat prairie highways, managing visibility during dust storms, navigating through rural agricultural areas, and adapting to varied terrain in different parts of the state. You'll encounter questions on driving under the influence, handling emergency situations, and sharing the road with livestock and farm equipment common in rural Kansas. The test also covers proper responses to railroad crossings and understanding weather-related driving hazards.

Car / standard license

Kansas's written permit test consists of 25 multiple-choice questions covering road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving practices. You must answer at least 20 questions correctly (80%) to pass. In-person testing at Division of Vehicles offices costs $10 for the instruction permit, while online testing through KnowTo Drive costs $6.50 per attempt. The computer-based format is identical at all office locations for in-person testing, with walk-in availability. Retakes are allowed with a two-day waiting period, and you may retake up to four times within six months; after four failures, you must wait six months before testing again. Drivers under 21 pay $20 for the license, while drivers 21 and over pay $25.

Motorcycle endorsement

Kansas's motorcycle permit test carries a $10 fee for in-person office testing or $6.50 online through KnowTo Drive. The Class M endorsement itself requires additional licensing fees depending on age: under 21 is $20, 21-64 is $12 for six years, and 65+ is $9 for four years. A photo fee ($8) and exam fee ($3) may also apply when adding the endorsement to your license.

Commercial driver license (CDL)

Kansas's CDL program requires knowledge tests in General Knowledge (approximately 50 questions), Air Brakes (approximately 25 questions), and Combination Vehicles (approximately 25 questions). You must achieve 80% or higher on all sections to pass. Testing is conducted at designated Kansas Department of Revenue driver's license offices by appointment only. The skills test takes one to one and a half hours. Specific fee information for Kansas CDL testing is available through the Department of Revenue website.

Study tips for the Kansas written test

  • Use the official Kansas Driving Handbook (Driving Operator Manual) available from the Department of Revenue as your primary study resource.
  • If using online testing through KnowTo Drive, practice the online platform beforehand to ensure you're comfortable with the digital interface.
  • Memorize Kansas road signs thoroughly—the test requires strong sign identification skills, so dedicate significant study time to color, shape, and meaning.
  • Study severe weather driving scenarios specific to Kansas, including thunderstorms, hail, high winds, and dust storms common across different regions.
  • Remember the two-day retake waiting period and four-retakes-in-six-months limit; aim to pass on your first attempt by practicing with the 25-question format.
  • Take advantage of walk-in office availability if in-person testing works better for you; no appointment required for computer-based testing at Division of Vehicles offices.
  • If you're under 21, remember your license fee is $20; if 21 and over, it's $25 for renewal.

More Kansas resources

Official agency: Kansas Department of Revenue, Division of Vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the Kansas permit test?
Kansas's written permit test has 25 multiple-choice questions covering road signs, traffic laws, and safe driving practices.
What's the passing score for the Kansas written test?
You must answer at least 20 questions correctly (80%) to pass the Kansas permit test.
How much does the Kansas written knowledge test cost?
In-person testing at Division of Vehicles offices costs $10 for the instruction permit. Online testing through the official KnowTo Drive platform costs $6.50 per attempt.
How old do I have to be to take the Kansas permit test?
You must be at least 14 years old to obtain an instructional permit in Kansas, one of the youngest minimum ages in the nation.
Can I take the Kansas DMV test in Spanish or other languages?
Information about language accommodations for Kansas's permit test is not widely documented. Contact your local Division of Vehicles office or visit the KnowTo Drive website to inquire about language options.
How many times can I retake the Kansas written test?
You may retake the test up to four times within six months. If you fail four times within six months, you must wait six months from the date of your last failed attempt before testing again. There is a two-day waiting period between attempts.
Is the Kansas permit test online or in person?
Kansas offers both options. You can visit any Division of Vehicles office for walk-in computer-based testing, or use the official KnowTo Drive online platform to test from home anytime.
What documents do I need to bring to the Kansas DMV?
Bring a valid photo ID (passport or birth certificate), proof of Social Security number, proof of Kansas residency (utility bill or lease agreement), and your completed application to your local Division of Vehicles office.

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