Can a temporary ID be used if the ID card is lost before the Subject 1 test?
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A temporary ID can be used for the Subject 1 test, as it holds the same validity as a regular ID card. The admission ticket and other required documents are handled by the driving school, which will issue them during the test. Electronic IDs cannot be used for the exam. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," the Subject 1 test can be taken twice. If the first attempt is unsuccessful, a second free retake is allowed. If the second attempt also fails, the Subject 1 test is terminated, and the candidate must wait ten days before rescheduling. The test is computer-based and lasts 45 minutes. The Subject 1 test covers: regulations on driving licenses and motor vehicle management; road traffic conditions and rules; traffic violations and penalties; regulations on traffic accident handling; basic knowledge of motor vehicles; local regulations; knowledge of braking systems and safety devices for large and medium-sized passenger and freight vehicles; specialized knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Test precautions for Subject 1: Candidates should dress appropriately—no slippers are allowed. Electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the exam hall. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting area. Observe the instructions and procedures on the screen and store personal belongings in lockers before entering the exam hall. At the identity verification station, a seat will be assigned. Once seated, begin the test, ensuring the camera is aligned correctly. Follow exam discipline strictly. If you fail the first attempt, a same-day retake is available. Failing the retake requires a fee for rescheduling. After the test, queue to collect and sign the score report—unsigned reports are invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can reschedule the Subject 1 test. Each subject allows one exam attempt with one free retake if unsuccessful. If the retake is skipped or failed, the test is terminated, and the candidate must reschedule. In contrast, Subjects 2 and 3 allow only five attempts each, with rescheduling permitted after ten days. If the Subject 3 safe driving knowledge test is failed, the passed road driving skills score remains valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 tests knowledge of traffic laws and regulations; Subject 2 evaluates field driving skills; Subject 3 includes road driving skills and safe driving knowledge. The safe driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, commonly referred to as Subject 4, though this term is unofficial (not mentioned in the Ministry of Public Security’s Order No. 123). The test duration is 45 minutes.
When I was taking the driving license test (Subject 1), I lost my ID card and was extremely anxious. Knowing that a temporary ID could be issued, I rushed to the nearby police station with my household registration booklet and a one-inch photo, filled out an application form. The staff quickly processed a temporary ID for me, and I received it the same day. On the exam day, I brought it to the test center, and after careful verification by the staff, it was confirmed as valid, allowing me to enter and complete the test smoothly. Normally, temporary IDs are issued by the public security department and are valid for various identity verification scenarios, including the driving test (Subject 1), with the same legal effect. However, I’ve heard that requirements may vary slightly at different test centers—some examiners might be stricter. So, I suggest you don’t delay and apply for a temporary ID a day or two in advance, preparing photos to avoid queues. The driving license test is quite important, so ensuring your identity is verified is crucial for smooth participation.
