State CDL Permit Test Guides (2026)
Select your state for official Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit requirements, DMV fees, DOT medical guidelines, written exam format, and step-by-step application instructions. For complete manual study, browse our official state CDL handbooks.
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State requirements, fees & test details for regular learner's permits (Class C / D).
Select Your State CDL Guide
Explore official commercial learner permit requirements and testing rules for all 50 states
Alabama CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Alaska CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Arizona CDL Guide
Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Arkansas CDL Guide
Department of Finance and Administration (DFA)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
California CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Colorado CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Connecticut CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Delaware CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Florida CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Georgia CDL Guide
Department of Driver Services (DDS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Hawaii CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Idaho CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Illinois CDL Guide
Secretary of State (SOS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Indiana CDL Guide
Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Iowa CDL Guide
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Kansas CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Kentucky CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Louisiana CDL Guide
Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Maine CDL Guide
Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Maryland CDL Guide
Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Massachusetts CDL Guide
Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Michigan CDL Guide
Secretary of State (SOS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Minnesota CDL Guide
Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Mississippi CDL Guide
Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Missouri CDL Guide
Department of Revenue (DOR)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Montana CDL Guide
Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Nebraska CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Nevada CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
New Hampshire CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
New Jersey CDL Guide
Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
New Mexico CDL Guide
Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
New York CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
North Carolina CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
North Dakota CDL Guide
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Ohio CDL Guide
Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Oklahoma CDL Guide
Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Oregon CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Pennsylvania CDL Guide
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Rhode Island CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
South Carolina CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
South Dakota CDL Guide
Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Tennessee CDL Guide
Department of Safety (DOS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Texas CDL Guide
Department of Public Safety (DPS)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Utah CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Vermont CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Virginia CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Washington CDL Guide
Department of Licensing (DOL)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
West Virginia CDL Guide
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Wisconsin CDL Guide
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
Wyoming CDL Guide
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Class A/B requirements, permit fees, DOT physical & written exam details
What Each State CDL Guide Covers
Commercial driver licensing involves strict federal FMCSA standards combined with state-specific DMV regulations. Each guide outlines exact steps, costs, and testing rules.
Class A, B & C Eligibility
Age rules (18 for intrastate, 21 for interstate), valid non-commercial license requirements, and clean driving record standards.
DOT Medical & Physical Exam
FMCSA certified medical examiner physical, Form MCSA-5876, vision requirements (20/40), hearing checks, and medical waivers.
CDL Written Exam Structure
50-question General Knowledge test, Air Brakes (25 questions), and Combination Vehicles (20 questions) passing criteria (80%+).
State Permit Fees & Retakes
Application fees, knowledge retest costs, local DMV/DPS wait times between attempts, and CLP validity periods.
Commercial Endorsements
Requirements for Tanker (N), Hazardous Materials (H), Doubles/Triples (T), Passenger (P), and School Bus (S).
ELDT Mandate & Skills Testing
Federal training registry compliance, 14-day CLP holding rule, pre-trip inspection, basic controls, and on-road drive test.
How to Get Your Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)
Follow this sequential roadmap to prepare for and pass your state CDL permit knowledge exams.
- 1
Verify Eligibility & Age Requirements
You must hold a valid regular driver’s license and be at least 18 years old for intrastate driving (or 21 for interstate / hazardous materials).
- 2
Pass the DOT Physical & Obtain Medical Card
Schedule an exam with an FMCSA-certified medical doctor. Keep your Medical Examiner’s Certificate (Form MCSA-5876) ready for the DMV.
- 3
Gather Identity & Residency Proofs
Bring proof of citizenship or lawful presence (birth certificate/passport), Social Security card, and two state residency proofs.
- 4
Study the Official State CDL Manual
Master Section 1 (General Knowledge), Section 2 (Cargo), Section 5 (Air Brakes), and Section 6 (Combination Vehicles) using realistic practice tests.
- 5
Pass the Written Knowledge Exams at the DMV
Score 80%+ on General Knowledge (50 questions) and required endorsement exams to receive your official Commercial Learner Permit (CLP).
- 6
Complete ELDT Training & Pass Road Skills Test
Complete Entry-Level Driver Training with an approved provider, hold the CLP for at least 14 days, and pass the 3-part CDL skills test.