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Tennessee DMV
Practice Test 2026

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30
Questions on exam
80%
To pass
24
Correct answers

TN · Handbook data

Key Tennessee rules at a glance

Extracted directly from the official DOS handbook. Values left blank aren't explicitly stated in the handbook.

Adult BAC limit
0.08%
Under-21 BAC limit
0.02%
Point system
Adults 18+: 12 or more points in 12 months triggers proposed suspension; juveniles under 18: 6 or more points in 12 months
Teen curfew
Learner Permit (PD): no driving 10 p.m.-6 a.m.; Intermediate Restricted: no driving 11 p.m.-6 a.m.
Teen passenger limit
Intermediate Restricted: only one passenger allowed
Cell phone (teen)
Intermediate Restricted holder may not use a handheld device while operating the vehicle
Cell phone (adult)
Hands-free law (2019): illegal to hold a phone, write/send/read texts, watch or record video while driving
Right turn on red
allowed unless posted, after complete stop and yielding to pedestrians/cross traffic
Move-over law
yes; must change lanes away from stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights, or slow down if unable
Child seat
Under 1 yr or under 20 lbs: rear-facing child seat; under 9 years or under 4'9": booster seat in back seat

Notable Tennessee-specific rules

  • Graduated license has 4 phases: Learner Permit (PD) at 15, Intermediate Restricted at 16, Intermediate Unrestricted at 17, Regular at 18
  • Vertical license format for all drivers under 21
  • Intermediate Restricted driver getting 2nd moving violation must complete approved Driver Education class

Section A-3 Graduated License Procedures; Tennessee Safety Belt Laws; Move Over Law; Points for Moving Traffic Violations; Hands-Free Law (Public Chapter 412)

About the Tennessee DMV test

The Tennessee DOS written knowledge test has 30 questions. You need to answer 24 correctly (80%) to pass and get your TN driver's license or learner's permit.

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Tennessee DMV test FAQ

TN-specific

What is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21 in Tennessee?

Drivers under 21 in Tennessee face zero tolerance with a BAC limit of 0.02% — any detectable amount of alcohol can result in a DUI charge and license suspension for one year.

TN-specific

How many points does it take to suspend a driver's license in Tennessee?

Twelve points within a 12-month period will result in a 90-day license suspension in Tennessee, with additional suspensions for subsequent point accumulation.

TN-specific

What are the age requirements for a Tennessee graduated driver's license?

Tennessee requires drivers to be 15 for a learner's permit, 16 for an intermediate license, and 17 for an unrestricted license after holding the intermediate license for at least 12 months with no at-fault crashes.

How many questions are on the Tennessee DMV test?

The Tennessee DOS written test has 30 multiple-choice questions covering traffic laws, road signs, safe driving, and state-specific rules.

What score do I need to pass the TN DMV test?

You need to answer 24 questions correctly, which is 80%. Our practice tests match this exact format.

Is the Tennessee DMV practice test free?

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How accurate are these Tennessee practice questions?

Our questions are based on the official Tennessee Driver Handbook, public question banks, and common DMV test patterns. We cross-verify with AI and human review.

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