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How Many Questions Are on the Oregon Permit Test?

Oregon's learner's permit knowledge test has 35 multiple-choice questions, covering traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices from the Oregon Driver Manual.

A second test most states don't require

An applicant younger than 16 must also pass a separate 20-question test focused specifically on safe driving practices, in addition to the standard 35-question exam.

That second test doesn't apply once you're 16 or older when you first apply — it's tied to age at application, not a universal requirement.

Take it online or in person

Oregon's DMV2U lets most applicants take the knowledge test on a computer at home, with a webcam capturing identity photos during the test — no DMV visit required for the test itself.

An applicant can also test at a DMV office through standby service or a DMV2U-scheduled appointment, and up to four online attempts are allowed before an in-person visit becomes mandatory.

How our practice tests are structured

dmvwrittenexam.com splits its 145 original Oregon permit questions into multiple 25-question practice tests, giving far more repetitions than the official 35-question test alone would.

Each question includes an explanation and a source reference, so you learn why an answer is correct instead of just memorizing a letter.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the Oregon permit test?

35 multiple-choice questions, plus a separate 20-question test for an applicant younger than 16.

Can I take Oregon's knowledge test online?

Yes — DMV2U lets most applicants test remotely on a computer with a webcam, rather than requiring a DMV office visit.

What's the minimum age to apply for a permit?

15 years old.

Ready to put this into practice?

Start a free Oregon permit practice test

Last reviewed: 2026-07-22