Online Learning and Tests

If you have a testing requirement for your driver’s license (DL), save time and complete it online before visiting a DMV office.

Renewing your driver’s license? Take eLearning to satisfy the knowledge test requirement.

This pass-only, no-fail, interactive online course has seven short sections with quizzes after each section. You can take it using a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone and it takes about 20 to 30 minutes to complete.

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New DL application? Take the online test.

The at-home online knowledge test is available online weekdays Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., except on State holidays. The test is supervised remotely, so it requires you to use a webcam and cannot be done on a smartphone or tablet. If you are under 18, your parent or guardian will need to give permission before you can take the test.

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Which one do I choose?

Interactive eLearning CourseAt-Home Online Knowledge Test
Which one should I choose?• Choose when renewing your driver’s license• Choose when applying for a new driver’s license or if instructed by DMV
How do I get started?• Once you select eLearning Course on your renewal application, you will receive an email with the link to get started. You can access the course through this link, or through your application. Keep the email in your inbox until you have confirmed that DMV has your results.• Once you select “Online Knowledge Test” on your application or renewal, you will receive an email with the link to get started. Keep this email in your inbox until you have confirmed that DMV has your results.
What is the process?• Pass only / No fail
• Interactive / No preparation required
• Self-paced
• Not monitored
• Can be done on any device
• Pass/Fail based on # of correct answers
• Prepare by reviewing handbook
• 2 attempts to pass online, 3rd attempt must be completed in a DMV office
• Monitored by a smart computer
• On a PC with a web camera
What language can I take this in?• Currently offered in English, Spanish, and Traditional Chinese (with audio in Mandarin)• Offered in 35+ languages
When can I take this?• At any day and any time, for the duration of the renewal application (one year)• Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, except State holidays
Where can I take this?• AnywhereAt home or any quiet location with a PC, web camera and internet
How much time will it take?• About 20-30 minutes• About 1 hour
What devices can I test on?Any of the following devices with an internet connection:
• Mobile device (eLearning only)
• Tablet (eLearning only)
• Laptop
• Desktop computer
• A laptop or desktop computer with an internet connection