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Pennsylvania Permit Test: Cost, Age, and DMV Facts

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How much does the Pennsylvania permit test cost?

No separate knowledge test fee; the vision screening and knowledge test are given when you apply for the permit, and PennDOT's guide states the total fees are $45.50 for a Class C permit (includes the 4-year license).

  • Learner permit / application fee: $45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License (one combined fee covers the learner's permit and the initial license)
  • Knowledge (written) test fee: No separate knowledge test fee; the vision screening and knowledge test are given when you apply for the permit, and PennDOT's guide states the total fees are $45.50 for a Class C permit (includes the 4-year license).
  • Initial driver license fee: Included in the $45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License combined fee (age 65+: Initial Permit and Two-Year License $33.50)

Source: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Driver and Vehicle Services · Last verified 2026-07-06. Our 180-question Pennsylvania practice test is free and separate from these DMV fees.

Quick facts

Minimum permit age

16 years of age or older to get a non-commercial learner's permit

Knowledge test fee

No separate knowledge test fee; the vision screening and knowledge test are given when you apply for the permit, and PennDOT's guide states the total fees are $45.50 for a Class C permit (includes the 4-year license).

Permit fee

$45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License (one combined fee covers the learner's permit and the initial license)

Initial license fee

Included in the $45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License combined fee (age 65+: Initial Permit and Two-Year License $33.50)

Questions on the knowledge test

18 multiple choice questions

Passing score

15 of 18 correct to pass the test

Supervised driving before road test

65 hours of adult supervised driving, including at least 10 nighttime hours and 5 hours in bad weather

What to bring

Completed Non Commercial Learner's Permit Application, parent or guardian consent form if under 18, proof of date of birth and identification, signed Social Security card, and applicable fee

Find an office / appointment

PennDOT location finder lists Driver License and Photo Centers; road tests can be scheduled online or by calling 717-412-5300.

REAL ID status

REAL ID (gold star) is optional; if PennDOT has already verified your documents you can order a REAL ID online. Required for flights and federal buildings from May 7, 2025.

Motorcycle license

Class M license; riders under 18 need a 6-month permit hold, 65 supervised hours, and a Basic Rider Course.

Official source: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Driver and Vehicle Services

Things like renewing registration, REAL ID, or a change of address are outside what this page covers -- go straight to the official Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Driver and Vehicle Services site.

How much is the Pennsylvania permit test?

Pennsylvania knowledge test fee: No separate knowledge test fee; the vision screening and knowledge test are given when you apply for the permit, and PennDOT's guide states the total fees are $45.50 for a Class C permit (includes the 4-year license). (official source). Permit fee: $45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License (one combined fee covers the learner's permit and the initial license) (official source).

How many questions are on the Pennsylvania permit test?

The official Pennsylvania knowledge test: 18 multiple choice questions (official source). Passing score: 15 of 18 correct to pass the test (official source).

Pennsylvania DMV fees at a glance

FeeOfficial figureSource
Knowledge test feeNo separate knowledge test fee; the vision screening and knowledge test are given when you apply for the permit, and PennDOT's guide states the total fees are $45.50 for a Class C permit (includes the 4-year license).source
Permit fee$45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License (one combined fee covers the learner's permit and the initial license)source
Initial license feeIncluded in the $45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License combined fee (age 65+: Initial Permit and Two-Year License $33.50)source

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What a Pennsylvania driver license covers

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Initial license fee: Included in the $45.50 Initial Permit and Four-Year License combined fee (age 65+: Initial Permit and Two-Year License $33.50) (official source)

REAL ID status: REAL ID (gold star) is optional; if PennDOT has already verified your documents you can order a REAL ID online. Required for flights and federal buildings from May 7, 2025. (official source)

See a real Pennsylvania license sample on the official DMV site (Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Driver and Vehicle Services) →

The gold star marks a REAL ID compliant card. Many states hand you a paper interim license the day you pass and mail the physical card later; the interim paper generally works for driving but not for TSA airport ID. Check the official Pennsylvania DMV site for exact card timelines.

Getting a license in Pennsylvania

Getting your first permit

In Pennsylvania, the minimum permit age is 16 years of age or older to get a non-commercial learner's permit. When you apply for a permit or license, bring: completed Non Commercial Learner's Permit Application, parent or guardian consent form if under 18, proof of date of birth and identification, signed Social Security card, and applicable fee. PennDOT location finder lists Driver License and Photo Centers; road tests can be scheduled online or by calling 717-412-5300.

Fees, retakes, and practice hours

No separate knowledge test fee; the vision screening and knowledge test are given when you apply for the permit, and PennDOT's guide states the total fees are $45.50 for a Class C permit (includes the 4-year license). Before the road test, the state requires 65 hours of adult supervised driving, including at least 10 nighttime hours and 5 hours in bad weather.

REAL ID, motorcycle, and CDL

REAL ID (gold star) is optional; if PennDOT has already verified your documents you can order a REAL ID online. Required for flights and federal buildings from May 7, 2025. For a motorcycle license: class M license; riders under 18 need a 6-month permit hold, 65 supervised hours, and a Basic Rider Course.

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