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Maryland Permit Test: The Complete Guide

Maryland permit-test facts: Questions: 25; To pass: 88% minimum (22 out of 25 correct); Minimum age: 15 years 9 months for a Maryland learner's permit; Fee: $65 GLS Type I permit; $45 GLS Type II permit; Re-takes: A passing knowledge-test score is valid for six months; after expiration, the applicant must retake the test. After a failure, the next attempt is allowed the following day; no attempt cap stated.; Official handbook: Maryland Driver's Manual.

Everything you need to pass the Maryland permit test on your first try, in one place. This guide walks you through how the test works, who can take it, the mistakes that fail most people, and free practice questions written from the Maryland Driver's Manual.

Take the 3 sample questions below to see where you stand, then use the AI tutor to understand every rule in your own language. When you're ready, dive deeper with our state-specific practice test, answer explanations, and cheat sheet.

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Maryland permit-test fact sheet and evidence status
Fact	Answer	Evidence status
Questions	25	Verified against cited official source
To pass	88% minimum (22 out of 25 correct)	Verified against cited official source
Minimum age	15 years 9 months for a Maryland learner's permit	Verified against cited official source
Fee	$65 GLS Type I permit; $45 GLS Type II permit	Verified against cited official source
Re-takes	A passing knowledge-test score is valid for six months; after expiration, the applicant must retake the test. After a failure, the next attempt is allowed the following day; no attempt cap stated.	Verified against cited official source
Official handbook	Maryland Driver's Manual	Verified against cited official source

Official source

Field evidence reviewed: 2026-09-14 (retrieved)

Sample questions for Maryland

Three sample questions from our practice bank. Read the explanation after each.

Question 1 · Speed limits
What is the default speed limit in a Maryland business or residential district unless otherwise posted?
- 25 mph
- 30 mph
- 35 mph
- 40 mph
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Correct answer: 30 mph
Maryland business/residential areas default to 30 mph.
Question 2 · Permit requirements
In Maryland, how long must you wait between retakes if you fail the knowledge test?
- 1 day
- 3 days
- 7 days
- 14 days
See the explanation
Correct answer: 7 days
Failed the MD knowledge test? You must wait 7 days before retaking.
Question 3 · Right of way
According to the Maryland Driver's Manual, when must you yield to pedestrians?
- Only at painted crosswalks with traffic signals
- Only when a pedestrian signal is active
- In any crosswalk, marked or unmarked
- Only in school zones
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Correct answer: In any crosswalk, marked or unmarked
Yield to pedestrians in all crosswalks — marked or not.

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What is the Maryland permit test?

The Maryland permit test (also called the written knowledge test, the driver's license written test, or the learner's permit test) is the exam you must pass to earn your learner's permit. It has 25 multiple-choice questions drawn straight from the Maryland Driver's Manual, covering road signs, right-of-way, speed limits, and safe-driving laws. Most people finish in 10–20 minutes on a computer or tablet at the DMV. This page is your starting point — from here you can jump to focused practice, answer explanations, a cheat sheet, and the full requirements checklist.

What score do you need to pass?

You need 88% minimum (22 out of 25 correct). There's no partial credit, so a steady mix of correct answers across every topic beats cramming one area. In practice, anyone scoring 90%+ on full-length mock exams passes the real Maryland test comfortably.

How many questions are on the Maryland permit test?

The Maryland test has 25 multiple-choice questions. Each one has a single best answer based on the Maryland Driver's Manual. Our practice bank mirrors that count and topic spread, so a full mock exam mirrors the format you’ll see on test day.

Who can take the Maryland permit test?

Minimum age: 15 years 9 months for a Maryland learner's permit. You'll also need the application fee ($65 GLS Type I permit; $45 GLS Type II permit) and required proof of identity, Social Security number, and residency. Re-takes: A passing knowledge-test score is valid for six months; after expiration, the applicant must retake the test. After a failure, the next attempt is allowed the following day; no attempt cap stated.. See our requirements page for the full document checklist before you go.

The mistakes that fail most people

Most failures come from the same handful of topics, not from obscure trivia. These are the rules students miss most often on the Maryland test: - Right of way and intersection rules - Maryland speed limits and school zones - Graduated licensing (GDL) restrictions - DUI/DWI laws (zero tolerance under 21) - Road signs, signals, and pavement markings The fix is simple: practice realistic questions, read the explanation for every miss, and re-drill any topic you score below 80% on until it sticks.

How to study for the Maryland permit test

The study plan that works for most people takes 1–2 weeks, about 30 minutes a day: 1) Skim the Maryland Driver's Manual once — don't memorize, just get the map of what's covered. 2) Take a full practice test cold to find your weak topics. 3) Drill your weakest topic each day, reading the explanation for every question you miss. 4) Re-take a full 25-question mock exam every 2–3 days. 5) When you score 90%+ on three mock exams in a row, book your appointment. Our Maryland study guide breaks the handbook down topic by topic if you want a structured path.

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Every question, answer explanation, and the AI tutor work in English, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Russian. Toggle the language switch at the top of any page — the content is natively written for each language, not machine-translated, so nothing gets lost.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the Maryland permit test?

25 multiple-choice questions, all based on the Maryland Driver's Manual.

Is the Maryland permit test available in Spanish?

Yes. Our entire platform — every question, explanation, and the AI tutor — works in Spanish, plus Chinese, Korean, and Russian. Maryland also offers the official knowledge test in several languages at most DMV offices.

What score do I need to pass the Maryland permit test?

88% minimum (22 out of 25 correct). We recommend scoring 90%+ on three full mock exams before booking your appointment.

How should I study for the Maryland permit test?

Skim the Maryland Driver's Manual once, then switch to practice questions — they show you exactly which topics you're weak in. Drill your weak topics daily, read the explanation for every miss, and book your test once you score 90%+ on three full mock exams.

How long does it take to study for the Maryland permit test?

Most people are ready in 1–2 weeks studying about 30 minutes a day. If you're starting from zero, give yourself 3 weeks; if you've been driving with a licensed adult already, a few days of focused practice questions is often enough.

Is your Maryland content up to date for?

Yes — every question and fact comes from the current Maryland Driver's Manual, and we update our content within 30 days of any handbook revision.

How much does it cost to practice for the Maryland permit test?

The 6-question demo and your first full mock exam are free — no card, no sign-up. For unlimited practice and AI tutoring, the State Pass is a one-time $24.99 for 6 months of Maryland access, or the Complete Pass is $39.99 for 12 months of access.

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