How old do you have to be to get a learner's permit in Texas?

In Texas, you must be at least 15 years old to begin the permit process. Requirements and any driver-education steps are set by the Texas driver licensing agency.

Where do these Texas practice questions come from?

Every question is written from the official Official Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) — the same source the Texas knowledge exam is based on — and each comes with a plain-English explanation.

Is the Texas permit practice test free?

Yes. You can take a free Texas practice test on this page, and the DMV Permit Pass app includes a free 3-day trial with 400+ questions and lessons.

What does the Texas permit test cover?

Traffic signs and signals, right-of-way, speed limits and following distance, alcohol/drug laws, signaling and parking, and sharing the road with trucks, motorcycles, bikes, and pedestrians.

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Key Texas rules to know

A few state-specific facts pulled straight from the questions in our Texas bank:

You must be at least 15 but no more than 18 for a learner license.
Many Texas limited-access highways are posted 75 up to 85 mph.
The legal limit is 0.08 BAC (or loss of normal mental/physical faculties).
Move over, or slow to 20 mph below the posted limit (5 mph if the limit is 25 or less).
The foot brake must stop the car within 25 feet at 20 mph.

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Source: Official Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7). Always confirm current rules with your official Texas driver handbook.

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What the Texas permit test covers

The Texas knowledge exam pulls from these topics — the app has a lesson and practice set for each.

Traffic signs & signalsShapes, colors, and what each means

Right-of-wayIntersections, crosswalks, merging

Speed limits & following distanceTexas's limits and safe spacing

Alcohol, drugs & the lawZero tolerance, implied consent, DUI

Signaling & parkingDistances, turn signals, rules

Sharing the roadTrucks, motorcycles, bikes, pedestrians

Texas permit test FAQ

How old do I have to be to get a Texas permit?

You must be at least 15 in Texas to start the permit process. Some states also require a driver-education or supervised-driving step — check your Texas driver licensing agency for the exact requirements.

Where do these questions come from?

Every question is written from the official Official Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) — the same material the Texas knowledge exam is based on — and each includes an explanation so you learn the rule.

Is this Texas practice test free?

Yes. The sample above is free, and the DMV Permit Pass app includes a free 3-day trial with 400+ Texas questions, lessons, and smart review.

What should I bring to the Texas DMV?

Generally proof of identity, your Social Security number, and residency documents. Confirm the exact list with your official Texas driver licensing agency before you go.