DKT Practice Test NSW

Choose a DKT Category to Practise

Alcohol & Drugs

Effects of alcohol, illegal drugs and medications on driving ability and legal limits.

Practise 20 Questions

Fatigue & Defensive Driving

Safe driving practices, hazard perception, rest breaks, and managing tiredness.

Practise 24 Questions

Seat Belts / Restraints

Seat belt laws, child restraint requirements, and correct usage for all passengers.

Practise 12 Questions

Bicycle Safety

Minimum passing distances, road-sharing rules, and safe behaviour around cyclists.

Practise 3 Questions

Intersections

Give way rules, roundabouts, T-intersections, traffic signals and railway crossings.

Practise 50 Questions

Traffic Lights / Lanes

Give way rules, roundabouts, T-intersections, traffic signals and railway crossings.

Practise 27 Questions

Negligent Driving

Overtaking laws, safe following distances, turning behaviour and high-risk driving.

Practise 29 Questions

Pedestrians

Driver responsibilities around pedestrians, school crossings and shared zones.

Practise 28 Questions

Speed Limits

Default speed limits, variable zones, shared areas, and speed-related penalties.

Practise 13 Questions

Traffic Signs

Warning signs, regulatory signs, guide signs and temporary roadworks signage.

Practise 51 Questions

ICAC

Legal consequences of misconduct during the testing process including bribery.

Practise 3 Questions

General Knowledge

Core driving rules, licensing requirements, parking laws and emergency procedures.

Practise 79 Questions

What is the DKT?

The Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) is the first step on the journey to getting your C class (car) learner licence in New South Wales. It’s a multiple-choice test that takes 30-45 minutes to complete, that will confirm your understanding of the road rules, signs, and safe driving behaviours.

How the In-Person DKT Works

• There are a total of 45 questions to answer.
• There’s no timer counting down while you take the test.
• You’ll take the test on a touch screen.
• You must pass both sections to get your learner licence.
• If you fail, you can try again, but you’ll need to rebook and pay another fee.

How the Online DKT Works

The online DKT is an interactive course and test that you can complete at your own pace from home or any location with internet access. It includes practice tests and quizzes to help you prepare.​

• It takes approximately 4–6 hours to complete.​
• It is available to anyone aged over 15 years and 11 months.​
• English and Simplified Chinese languages are offered.​
• You can attempt the test as many times as needed to pass.
• You only pay a single test fee.
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• Once passed, visit a Service NSW centre to pay the fee and apply for your learner licence.​

DKT Pass Rate

Though the official pass rates aren’t published, it’s estimated that around 30–40% of learners fail on their first attempt.

So why do people fail?

• They don't practise enough
• They rush through the test
• They misunderst tricky road rule questions
• They become distracted or nervous

Where Can You Take the DKT?

You’ll need to book the test at a Service NSW centre. There are testing locations across the state, including:

• Major cities like Sydney, Newcastle, and Wollongong
• Regional centres like Dubbo, Wagga Wagga, and Coffs Harbour

Important: You will need to book in advance and bring the correct ID along (usually a combination of documents like a Medicare card and a school ID or passport).