Can a temporary ID card be used for the driving test Subject 1?
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Bringing an ID card is sufficient for the test, as electronic IDs cannot be used. If you don't have an ID card, you can apply for a temporary one, which holds the same validity as a regular ID card. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," you can take Subject 1 twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it for free. If you fail the second time, the Subject 1 test will be terminated, and you can only reschedule after ten days. The Subject 1 test consists of 100 questions, including single-choice and true/false questions, each worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject 1 is a computer-based test with a duration of 45 minutes. Subject 1 test content: Regulations on driving licenses and motor vehicle management; Road traffic conditions and regulations; Road traffic safety violations and penalties; Road traffic accident handling regulations; 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. Subject 1 test precautions: Candidates should dress appropriately (no slippers), avoid bringing electronic devices or bags into the test center, and bring their ID cards. Queue up to enter the waiting hall, observe the instructions and procedures on the screen, and store personal items in lockers before entering the test room. At the identity verification counter, you will be assigned a seat. Once seated, begin the test, ensuring the camera is aligned correctly and adhering to test discipline. If you fail the first attempt, a retake is available on the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After completion, queue to collect and sign the score report—unsigned reports are invalid. There is no limit to the number of Subject 1 test reschedules. Each subject can be taken once, with one retake if failed. If you skip the retake or fail it, the test ends, and you must reschedule. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, only five attempts are allowed, with rescheduling permitted after ten days. If you fail the Subject 3 safe driving knowledge test, the previously passed road driving skills test scores remain valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 covers road traffic laws, regulations, and related knowledge; Subject 2 evaluates field driving skills; Subject 3 includes two components: road driving skills and safe driving knowledge. The safe driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, often unofficially called "Subject 4," though this term is not used in official documents (e.g., Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123). The test duration is 45 minutes.
I have taken the driving school test several times before, and a temporary ID card is perfectly acceptable for the theoretical part (Subject 1). The temporary ID is officially issued by public security authorities and holds the same legal validity as a permanent ID card for identity verification. However, in practical use, you must ensure it is within the validity period—I’ve seen durations ranging from 10 to 30 days. If the temporary ID expires on the test day, the exam staff will deny entry, wasting your chance. To prepare better, I recommend applying for the temporary ID at the local police station about a week in advance, ideally bringing supplementary documents like a household register copy or the test registration form as backup proof. Don’t stress—the exam process is quite standardized as long as your documents are in order. Based on my experience, identity verification is quick, and a temporary ID is just as convenient as a permanent one; the key is to be well-prepared to avoid delays.
Having been involved in driver's license examination work for many years, it's common knowledge that the temporary ID card is accepted for the subject one test. The temporary certificate issued by the public security authority is a valid document for identity verification; the key is to check the expiry date, as I've seen many candidates overlook this, leading to their temporary certificate being invalid and unable to enter the examination hall. Therefore, I remind everyone to ask about the validity period when applying for the certificate, double-check it before the exam, and bring along registration materials such as the admission ticket for reference. For extra security, making a copy of the temporary certificate as a backup is also a good idea—simple measures can prevent anxiety from affecting performance. In practice, the handling of temporary certificates during the exam is very smooth; the main thing is not to be careless yourself, keep the documents safe to ensure a smooth examination process.
