Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) NSW

The Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) is the first stage in the licensing process. You have to pass the DKT to get your learner licence. The DKT is a computer-based road rules knowledge test where you have to answer 45 questions. For each time you attempt the test you will need to pay a test fee.

The computer selects the questions at random from a question bank of more than 600 questions.

There are specific tests for each class of licence:

  • Car (class C)
  • Rider (class R)
  • Rigid heavy vehicle (classes LR, MR and HR)
  • Combination heavy vehicle (classes HC and MC)

In the first part of the test, you will be asked 15 general knowledge questions, and you need to get at least 12 correct. You’ll then be asked 30 road safety questions (including traffic signs), and you need to get at least 29 correct.

If you get four questions wrong in the general knowledge section, or two wrong in the road safety section, the test will be automatically terminated.

There’s no time limit for completing the test – take your time to carefully read and consider each question.

Studying for your Driver Knowledge Test (DKT)

Everything you need to know to pass the DKT is included in the handbooks which you can access for free online, or buy from any registry or service centre:

There are no shortcuts to passing the test. If you don’t study the Road Users’ Handbook, you are unlikely to pass.

Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) Question Banks

You can access Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) Question Banks, which include all of the questions you can be asked during the test. There are three answer options given for each question, with the correct answer shown as the first option, and in bold text.

The following are Question Banks for each category:

Practice Driver Knowledge Test (DKT)

Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) NSWOnce you’ve prepared for the test, you can try the free online practice DKT. It is designed to help you become familiar with the test, and decide if you’re ready to attempt the real test.

The practice test looks and operates like the real test. It consists of 45 questions drawn from the DKT Question Bank, and is available in the same languages as the real test.

Unlike the real test, the practice DKT allows you to finish all 45 questions, regardless of how many you get wrong. At the end of the practice test, you’ll be advised whether you passed or failed.

Try this – Launch the free online practice test

Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) iPhone app

The free DKT iPhone app is available for download from the App Store or through iTunes. The app is identical to the online practice test, but with the convenience of being available on your iPhone.

Booking Your Driver Knowledge Test (DKT)

When you are ready to take the test, you will need to make a booking and pay the test fee. You can book online, by phoning 13 22 13, or in person at any registry or service centre.

Taking the Driver Knowledge Test (DKT)

At your booked time, you will need to attend the nominated location to do your test. You’ll need to provide a completed Licence Application form (PDF, 315Kb) and prove your identity.