Pass Your Georgia
Permit Test

Number of Questions: The knowledge exam is split into two parts: Road Signs and Road Rules. Each test is 20 questions (for a total of 40 questions)
Correct Answers Needed to Pass: You must answer 15 out of 20 on each test
Passing Score: 75%
Minimum Age to Apply: 15 years old

• A completed application form (DDS License/ID/Permit Form)
• Proof of identity — acceptable documents include: original birth certificate, U.S. passport, certificate of naturalization, or similar certified documents
• Proof of Social Security number — Social Security card, W-2, or other official document containing SSN
• Proof of Georgia residency — two documents such as school records, utility bills, financial statements, or other documents showing name & address
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful presence — if not a U.S. citizen, acceptable immigration or lawful presence documents
• Georgia DDS Certificate of School Enrollment (sometimes called “Certificate of Attendance” or “Certificate of Enrollment”) — must be signed and notarized by your school; valid for 30 days.
• Parent or legal guardian (or authorized driver training instructor) must be present (if under 18) to sign the application.
• Vision Exam — you will need to pass a vision screening at the DDS office before taking the knowledge test.
• Payment of Permit Fee — $10.00 (paid at the office)

If you fail, you’ll need to retake; and you typically must wait until the next business day. Some sources say there is a 1 day waiting period before reattempting.

See all your Learner’s Permit Driving Requirements and all the steps you need to follow to get your license here.

• Find your driving instructor – see our article for tips and what to watch out for here.
• Start practicing with a licensed adult – learn why this is important here.
• Use GUIDE2Safeti to log your hours and get structured, quality practice. See your driving hours requirements here.
• Prepare for your road test – see what you need to know here.

Your provisional license comes with some restrictions you should be aware of if you don’t want to risk loosing your new license. Review those restrictions here.