New South Wales Driver Knowledge Test (DKT)

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153 questions written from the official source — Road User Handbook — checked against the current edition, with the why on every answer.

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The official test

What is the Driver Knowledge Test (DKT)?

The Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) is the road-rules test that gets you a NSW learner licence. Since Service NSW moved it online there are two different ways to sit it, with different ages, fees and retry rules — so the first thing worth knowing is which one you're actually doing.

DKT online

Service NSW describes this as an interactive 4 to 6 hour course and test that you work through at your own pace, with learning modules, practice tests and quizzes before the final test. You can enrol from 15 years and 11 months, and attempt the final test as many times as it takes for the one fee — which you only pay once you pass and apply for your licence. If you don't pass, you can retake it after 12 hours. It's available in English, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Thai, Farsi and Traditional Chinese.

DKT in person

Booked at a Service NSW Centre and sat there on a computer or tablet, with your result straight away. You must be 16 or over, live in NSW, pass an eyesight test and be medically fit to drive. The fee applies to each booking, and if you don't pass you can sit it again the same day when another booking is free. It's the route to book if you need an interpreter or a language the online test doesn't offer.

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Passing it

How do you pass the DKT?

The second part is the one that fails people

On the in-person format there is almost no room for error in the road-safety part — a couple of wrong answers is a fail even when your overall score looks healthy. That's why the mock test on this page marks each part separately instead of giving you one combined score that hides the problem.

Read the handbook once, properly

Nearly every question traces back to a specific line in the Road User Handbook. Practice tests tell you which rules you don't know yet; the handbook is what actually teaches them. Use them in that order and you'll spend far less time overall.

Learn the reason, not the answer

Question banks get reworded. If you've memorised that option C is correct you're stuck the moment the wording moves, which is why every question here explains why the answer is right and cites where the rule comes from.

Don't stop at one pass

A single lucky run isn't readiness. Score 90% or better a few times over, on questions you haven't just seen, before you book anything.

The road ahead

Your path to P plates in New South Wales

  1. Be at least 16 years old

    The minimum age for a learner licence in New South Wales.

  2. Pass the Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) You are here

    That's what this practice test is for — keep going until you consistently score 90%+.

  3. Log 120 supervised hours, including 20 at night

    Every hour with a professional instructor counts as 3 logbook hours (up to 10 lesson hours) — the fastest way to fill your logbook.

  4. Pass your driving test → P plates

    Rules are set by Transport for NSW — always check current requirements before you book.

All 153 NSW DKT practice questions

Grouped by topic. Open a topic, then tap any question for the answer, the explanation and the handbook rule it comes from.

NSW licence rules 12

The rules unique to NSW — hours, ages, and your path to Ps.

  1. 1 How many supervised driving hours must you record in your logbook before attempting the NSW driving test if you're under 25?
  2. 2 How many of your supervised driving hours must be completed at night in NSW?
  3. 3 What is the maximum speed a learner driver may travel in NSW, even if the posted limit is higher?
  4. 4 What is the legal blood alcohol limit for a learner driver in NSW?
  5. 5 When can a learner driver in NSW legally use a mobile phone while driving?
  6. 6 In NSW, how many logbook hours does a 1-hour lesson with a licensed driving instructor count for?
  7. 7 What is the minimum age to get a learner licence in NSW?
  8. 8 How must L plates be displayed on a car in NSW?
  9. 9 If you're under 25 in NSW, how long must you hold your learner licence before attempting the driving test?
  10. 10 Can a learner driver tow a trailer in NSW?
  11. 11 What blood alcohol limit applies to the person supervising a learner driver?
  12. 12 As a learner, when is the only time you may use your mobile phone?

Road rules 64

The core road rules every knowledge test draws from.

  1. 1 You approach an unmarked crossroads at the same time as a vehicle on your right. Who gives way?
  2. 2 When exiting a roundabout, what must you do if it's practical?
  3. 3 What must you do at a stop sign?
  4. 4 In dry conditions, what is the recommended minimum following distance behind the vehicle in front?
  5. 5 A traffic light turns yellow as you approach. What must you do?
  6. 6 You're approaching a marked pedestrian crossing and someone is about to step onto it. What must you do?
  7. 7 What is the speed limit in a NSW school zone during the posted times?
  8. 8 An ambulance approaches from behind with lights and sirens on. What should you do?
  9. 9 On a road with a speed limit over 80 km/h, when may you drive in the right-hand lane?
  10. 10 When may you overtake another vehicle on its left?
  11. 11 When making a U-turn, who must you give way to?
  12. 12 Can you make a U-turn at traffic lights in NSW?
  13. 13 When must you have your headlights on?
  14. 14 When must you switch from high beam to low beam?
  15. 15 When are you allowed to use your horn?
  16. 16 How close to a pedestrian crossing may you park?
  17. 17 What is the minimum distance you may park from a fire hydrant?
  18. 18 The lights at a railway level crossing are flashing but you can't see a train. What do you do?
  19. 19 How should you adjust your driving in wet weather?
  20. 20 What is the only real cure for driver fatigue?
  21. 21 How much space must you leave when passing a bicycle rider in NSW?
  22. 22 In a built-up area, a bus displaying a give-way-to-buses sign signals to pull out from a bus stop in front of you. What must you do?
  23. 23 When approaching a roundabout to turn right, what should you do?
  24. 24 When turning left at an intersection, where should you turn from and into?
  25. 25 Can you cross double unbroken centre lines to overtake another car?
  26. 26 When should you use your hazard warning lights?
  27. 27 What is the default speed limit in a built-up area where no signs are displayed?
  28. 28 In a shared zone, who must you give way to?
  29. 29 Where must you stop at a stop sign with a stop line?
  30. 30 What does a continuous yellow line along the edge of the road mean?
  31. 31 Can you drive with a pet on your lap?
  32. 32 How close to an intersection without traffic lights may you park?
  33. 33 You're in a lane that ends and need to merge. Who gives way?
  34. 34 What must you do when you approach a 'Give way' sign or a give way line?
  35. 35 You are in a turning lane and the turn arrow is red, while the main light is green. What must you do?
  36. 36 The right turn arrow is green but the main traffic light is red. What may you do?
  37. 37 What does a flashing yellow (amber) turn arrow mean?
  38. 38 You see a 'Left turn on red permitted after stopping' sign at traffic lights. What must you do?
  39. 39 You arrive at an intersection where the traffic lights are completely out or flashing yellow. What must you do?
  40. 40 A traffic controller at roadworks holds up a 'Stop' sign. What must you do?
  41. 41 You are turning at an intersection and pedestrians are crossing the road you are turning into. Who goes first?
  42. 42 What does a flashing red pedestrian symbol mean for pedestrians?
  43. 43 What is the marked bicycle storage area at some traffic lights, and what must you do about it?
  44. 44 Who must you give way to when entering a roundabout?
  45. 45 You are turning left at a roundabout. What must you do on approach?
  46. 46 You need to change lanes while on a multi-lane roundabout. What applies?
  47. 47 Must you give way to pedestrians when turning at a roundabout?
  48. 48 In which of these situations must you not overtake?
  49. 49 You are approaching a crest and want to overtake the slow vehicle ahead. What must you do?
  50. 50 Another vehicle crosses the centre line to overtake you. What must you do?
  51. 51 A long vehicle ahead displays a 'Do not overtake turning vehicle' sign and is turning. What does that sign mean for you?
  52. 52 You want to move into the next lane where lane lines are marked. Who must give way?
  53. 53 Two lanes merge into one and the lane markings end. Who must give way?
  54. 54 You approach a narrow bridge with a 'Give way' sign facing you. What must you do?
  55. 55 Traffic ahead is queued so that you might stop on a railway level crossing. What must you do?
  56. 56 How close to a railway level crossing may you stop or park?
  57. 57 How much space must you leave when parking behind or in front of another parked vehicle?
  58. 58 How close to a bus stop may you park?
  59. 59 How close to an intersection with traffic lights may you park?
  60. 60 How close to a children's crossing or pedestrian crossing may you stop or park?
  61. 61 How close to double dividing lines may you park?
  62. 62 What does a 'No stopping' sign mean?
  63. 63 You want to park on a curve on a country road outside a built-up area. When is that allowed?
  64. 64 Are 'One way' and 'Two way' signs advisory or enforceable?

Give way 4

Who goes first, and when you have to wait.

  1. 1 In this diagram, both vehicles arrive at the unmarked crossroads at the same time. Who goes first? diagram
  2. 2 In this diagram, Vehicle A wants to turn right while Vehicle B is coming straight through from the opposite direction. Who goes first? diagram
  3. 3 In this diagram, Vehicle A is on the terminating road of a T-intersection and wants to turn right. Vehicle B is on the continuing road. Who goes first? diagram
  4. 4 In this diagram, Vehicle A is turning left into a side street and oncoming Vehicle B is turning right into the same street. Who goes first? diagram

Road safety 73

Speed, impairment, restraints, fatigue and lights — the part of the real test with the least room for error.

  1. 1 You are driving on a country road in NSW with no speed limit signs. What is the maximum speed you may drive?
  2. 2 What makes an area a 'built-up area' for the purposes of the default 50 km/h speed limit?
  3. 3 What is the speed limit in a 'local traffic area'?
  4. 4 What speed limits apply in high pedestrian activity areas?
  5. 5 You are driving in a school bus stop zone and see a bus with flashing lights on top. What must you do?
  6. 6 You are travelling in the same direction as a bus displaying a '40 when lights flash' sign on the back, and the lights on top are flashing. What must you do?
  7. 7 What does a yellow advisory speed sign on a curve mean?
  8. 8 How do you recognise a regulatory speed limit sign?
  9. 9 What are variable speed limit signs, and do you have to obey them?
  10. 10 What is the maximum speed a provisional P1 driver may travel in NSW?
  11. 11 What is the maximum speed a provisional P2 driver may travel in NSW?
  12. 12 What does NSW law say about radar detectors and jammers?
  13. 13 What happens to a learner or P1 driver in NSW who commits any speeding offence?
  14. 14 How much more likely is a car to kill a pedestrian it hits at 50 km/h compared with 40 km/h?
  15. 15 Roughly what share of deaths on NSW roads does speeding contribute to each year?
  16. 16 What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for a driver on a full, unrestricted NSW car licence?
  17. 17 Which BAC limit applies to the driver of a bus, taxi, rideshare vehicle or a heavy vehicle over 13.9 tonnes?
  18. 18 Can you drink alcohol while driving if your BAC stays below your legal limit?
  19. 19 What are your obligations if police ask you to take a random breath test (RBT)?
  20. 20 After a heavy night of drinking, how long can it take for your BAC to return to zero?
  21. 21 What actually reduces your blood alcohol concentration?
  22. 22 Which drugs can NSW police test for using roadside Mobile Drug Testing (MDT)?
  23. 23 Do the drug driving rules apply to prescription and over-the-counter medicines?
  24. 24 Your medication carries a warning label telling you not to drive. What should you do?
  25. 25 Why is combining alcohol with drugs or medicines especially dangerous when driving?
  26. 26 Being awake for about 17 hours has a similar effect on your driving as what blood alcohol concentration?
  27. 27 As the driver, what are you responsible for regarding your passengers' seatbelts?
  28. 28 Who can be fined if a 17-year-old passenger is not wearing a seatbelt?
  29. 29 May passengers travel in the tray of a utility, the boot, or a trailer or caravan?
  30. 30 How should a seatbelt be positioned to be worn properly?
  31. 31 Which drivers may legally drive without a seatbelt while reversing?
  32. 32 What does a driver or passenger need to be exempt from wearing a seatbelt for a medical reason?
  33. 33 What restraint must a child under 6 months old use in a car?
  34. 34 What restraint must a child aged between 6 months and 4 years use?
  35. 35 What restraint must a child aged between 4 and 7 years use?
  36. 36 Which standard must a child restraint meet to be approved for use in NSW?
  37. 37 May a child under 4 years old sit in the front seat of a car with two rows of seats?
  38. 38 When may a child aged between 4 and 7 sit in the front seat of a car with two or more rows?
  39. 39 What is the suggested minimum height for a child to use an adult lap-sash seatbelt?
  40. 40 Which seatbelt may be used with a booster seat?
  41. 41 Which booster seats must be anchored to an anchorage point?
  42. 42 Is it acceptable to put one seatbelt around both yourself and a child on your lap?
  43. 43 What restraint must a child aged over 12 months use while travelling in a taxi?
  44. 44 After a crash or breakdown, what applies to a child under 12 months travelling in a tow truck?
  45. 45 A driver with a full, unrestricted NSW licence may use their phone while driving for which purposes?
  46. 46 What are the requirements for a mobile phone holder in your vehicle?
  47. 47 While driving, may you rest your mobile phone on your leg or hold it between your shoulder and ear?
  48. 48 Which mobile phone use is allowed for every driver, including learners and P-platers?
  49. 49 What rules apply to a passenger using a tablet or laptop while you drive?
  50. 50 By roughly how much does using a mobile phone while driving increase your risk of a casualty crash?
  51. 51 Roughly what proportion of road deaths in NSW does fatigue account for each year?
  52. 52 How much sleep does the average person need each night to function normally?
  53. 53 How long should you wait after waking up before you drive?
  54. 54 You notice signs of fatigue on a long drive. What nap length works best once you have parked somewhere safe?
  55. 55 Which of these is a sign you are having microsleeps?
  56. 56 How far will you travel during a 4-second microsleep at 100 km/h?
  57. 57 Which combination points to early driver fatigue?
  58. 58 When is the risk of a fatal fatigue-related crash greatest?
  59. 59 Can you camp overnight in a highway rest area in NSW?
  60. 60 Which of these helps you avoid fatigue on a long drive?
  61. 61 In good driving conditions, what gap do most people need behind the vehicle in front to react and respond safely?
  62. 62 What following gap should you allow when travelling at higher speeds?
  63. 63 About how long does a fit, alert driver need just to react to a hazard — before they begin to act on it?
  64. 64 You are driving a vehicle over 7.5m long on a single-lane country road, behind another long vehicle. How far back must you stay?
  65. 65 What does 'buffering' or road positioning mean?
  66. 66 About what share of car crashes happen at night?
  67. 67 At what distance must you dip your headlights from high beam to low beam for an oncoming vehicle?
  68. 68 You are following another vehicle at night. When must you dip your high beam?
  69. 69 At night, which of these must be clearly visible on your vehicle?
  70. 70 When may you use your fog lights?
  71. 71 An oncoming vehicle's high beam dazzles you and your vision blurs. What should you do?
  72. 72 What does 'negligent driving' mean under NSW law?
  73. 73 What can happen to your vehicle if you take part in hooning or street racing?

Straight answers

NSW DKT questions, answered

Is the NSW DKT the same test online and in person?
No. The online DKT is a 4 to 6 hour course you work through at your own pace, with learning modules, practice tests and quizzes before the final test. The in-person DKT is a single sitting on a computer or tablet at a Service NSW Centre with your result straight away.
How old do I have to be to sit the DKT?
You can enrol in the DKT online from 15 years and 11 months, but you can only apply for the learner licence itself once you're 16 or older. For the in-person test you must already be 16 or over.
How many attempts do I get?
On the online DKT you can attempt the test as many times as it takes for the one fee, with a 12-hour wait after an unsuccessful attempt. For the in-person test the fee applies to each booking, and you can sit it again the same day if another booking is available.
When do I pay for the DKT online?
Service NSW only charges the DKT online fee once you pass the test and apply for your licence. The in-person test is paid per booking instead. Current amounts are on the Service NSW pages — we don't quote fees here because they change.
Can I sit the DKT in a language other than English?
Yes. The DKT online is available in English, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Thai, Farsi and Traditional Chinese. The in-person DKT at a Service NSW Centre covers other languages, including Greek, Turkish, Croatian and Serbian, and you need to book the in-person DKT if you require an interpreter.
How many questions are in the real DKT?
Service NSW doesn't publish a question count for either pathway. Most sites state 45 questions split into 15 general knowledge and 30 road safety, needing 12 and 29 correct — that reflects the long-standing in-person format rather than anything currently published, so use it to shape your preparation and confirm the detail with Service NSW before you book.
Is this practice test the real DKT?
No. This is free unofficial practice written from the Transport for NSW Road User Handbook, with an explanation and a source on every answer. It won't give you a licence and the real test will use different wording — its job is to show you which rules you haven't learned yet. Transport for NSW also publishes its own official practice test.
What happens after I pass?
You apply for your learner licence, then start logging supervised driving hours. In NSW that's 120 hours including 20 at night if you're under 25, and each hour with a professional instructor counts as three logbook hours up to a limit — which is the fastest legitimate way to fill a logbook.

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