Master the West Virginia DMV Permit Test
West Virginia's DMV knowledge test has 25 questions and requires 19 correct to pass. Study West Virginia traffic laws and road signs, then prepare for 30 supervised driving hours, including 10 at night, under the Class D GDL program. Preparing for CDL? Check here
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DMV Question BankHow to Pass the West Virginia DMV Permit Test
Before you can cruise around the scenic Appalachian Mountains or exploring the New River Gorge or drive through the beautiful state of West Virginia, you need to pass the official DMV written permit test. The test challenges your knowledge of local laws, and you must get at least 19 out of 25 questions correct (a 76% passing score). Skip the stress of retaking the test and paying extra fees by practicing with our realistic question bank.
Acing the test requires practical knowledge of the road, not just memorizing the manual. Study essential topics like Road signs, right-of-way rules, and safe driving practices plus other driving concepts. Get ready today with our West Virginia DMV Exam State Guide or download the official West Virginia Driver Handbook.
Quick glance at the West Virginia DMV Permit Test
Your West Virginia DMV Test, Broken Down by Topic
Know exactly what to study before test day. Explore 6 essential West Virginia DMV topics, with clear explanations, key rules, helpful tips, and targeted practice questions for each one.
Learn what matters. Practice with purpose. Walk into the DMV prepared.
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Free West Virginia DMV Practice Test PDF
Download our comprehensive practice test booklet with 50 West Virginia-specific questions. Ideal for printing, studying offline, or taking offline mock exams!
- 50 Real Exam Questions covering signs, signals, and laws
- Answer Key included with the correct answer for every question
- 100% mapped to the official 2026 WV DMV Handbook
- Print-friendly layout for convenient pen-and-paper practice
Your Questions Answered
Quick answers to the most common questions about the West Virginia DMV test
How many questions are on the West Virginia DMV permit test, and what is the passing score?
What is the minimum age to get a Level 1 Instructional Permit in West Virginia?
Who is legally qualified to supervise a Level 1 permit driver in West Virginia?
How long must you hold a West Virginia Level 1 permit before taking the road test?
How many supervised driving hours does West Virginia require?
What driving hours and passenger limits apply to West Virginia Level 1 and Level 2 drivers?
- Level 1 Driving Hours: Supervised practice is permitted only between 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.
- Level 2 Curfew (Age 16–17): Unaccompanied driving is prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. (unless driving to/from work, school, or church activities).
- Level 2 Passenger Limit (First 6 Months): Prohibited from carrying any non-family passengers under age 20 (zero non-family teen passengers).
- Level 2 Passenger Limit (Second 6 Months): May carry only ONE non-family passenger under age 20.
- Wireless Device Ban: All drivers under 18 are completely banned from using cell phones while driving (including hands-free).
What are the default statutory speed limits in West Virginia when unposted?
- School Zones: 15 mph (during school recess or opening/closing hours).
- Business & Residential Districts: 25 mph.
- Open County Roads & State Highways: 55 mph.
- Rural Interstate Freeways (I-79, I-64, I-77): 65 to 70 mph (maximum 70 mph where posted).
What are the legal parking distance rules in West Virginia?
- Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant.
- Within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
- Within 30 feet of a stop sign, yield sign, or traffic control signal.
- Within 50 feet of the nearest rail of a railroad crossing.
- Within 20 feet of a fire station driveway entrance (or 75 feet across the street).
- When parallel parked, wheels must be within 18 inches of the roadside curb.
When must West Virginia drivers stop for a stopped school bus?
What are West Virginia’s Zero Tolerance underage drinking laws and adult DUI limits?
Know the Questions Before You Take the Test
Questions are manually curated by the DMV Question Bank content team using the West Virginia DMV Handbook (2026). Each page in the DMV handbook is mapped to real permit test questions – so you practice with questions that closely mirror the actual DMV test.
WV DMV Practice Test 1
10 questions
WV DMV Practice Test 2
10 questions
WV DMV Practice Test 3
10 questions
WV DMV Practice Test 4
10 questions
WV DMV Practice Test 5
10 questions
Try the Exact 25-Question Format
Matches the real WV DMV test — 25 questions, need 19 to pass (76%)
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Our content team reviews the official West Virginia DMV handbook regularly and interviews recent test takers to ensure every question in our question bank is accurate, up to date, and aligned with current test standards.
Helpful Tips & Resources
Master every aspect of the West Virginia DMV test with our expert guides and insider knowledge.
Official WV DMV Audio Handbook
Listen to the entire West Virginia driver manual read aloud. Study hands-free on your commute or workout.
Learner's Document Checklist
Know exactly what to bring to the DMV — ID, proof of residency, SSN card, and more. No surprises.
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