Can I retake Subject 4 on the same day?
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Subject 4 allows one retake on the same day if failed. Regulations: Each subject can be taken once, with one retake opportunity if failed. If the retake is not attended or still results in failure, the current test session ends, and the applicant must reschedule. However, Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests must be rescheduled at least 10 days later. If the Subject 3 safety and civilized driving knowledge test is failed, the passed road driving skill test scores remain valid. Test attempts: Within the validity period of the driving study certificate, the number of rescheduling attempts for Subject 2 and Subject 3 road driving skill tests cannot exceed five. If the fifth attempt still results in failure, all previously passed subjects will be invalidated.
As someone who just got my driver's license last year, I witnessed someone retaking the test on the spot during my Subject 4 exam. There was a girl who scored only 88 on her first try, and the examiner had her sign a form and immediately arranged for a retake. However, not all places operate this way. When my cousin took the test in a county town, the system wouldn’t allow him to retake it on the spot—he had to reschedule for ten days later. It’s best to ask your driving school coach in advance for the most reliable advice. Arrive early at the test center with your ID and payment receipt. If you don’t pass the first time, try pleading with the examiner—you might get a green channel. And if the examiner says there are no slots left for the day, don’t panic. The traffic management app now allows for very quick scheduling, usually within 3-5 days.
A friend who worked as a guide at a driving school mentioned whether you can retake Subject 4 on the same day depends on the computer system at the test center. Some test centers have a cooldown mechanism in place, requiring a 24-hour wait after failing before retaking. However, last year, the newly opened smart test center in our city allowed continuous retakes, with a maximum of two attempts per person per day. In case of emergencies, such as a computer crash during the test, the examiner usually arranges an on-the-spot retake. A reminder to everyone: don't drink too much water before entering the test center. There was a case where someone couldn't hold it and had to go to the bathroom mid-test, resulting in a voided score and having to reschedule the test.
