
To pass the Subject One driving test, a score of 90 or above is required. The test consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," if a test-taker answers 11 questions incorrectly, the system will automatically submit the test and end the examination. Subject One, also known as the theoretical driving test or driver's theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. The test content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The test is conducted on a computer with a time limit of 45 minutes. Subject One test content: regulations on driving licenses and motor vehicle management; road traffic conditions and regulations; road traffic safety violations and penalties; regulations on road 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. Subject One test precautions: Candidates should pay attention to their attire, avoid wearing slippers, and are not allowed to bring electronic devices or bags into the examination room. They must bring their ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures on the large screen, and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the examination room. In the examination room, candidates will be assigned a seat at the identity verification area. After finding their seat, they can begin the test. Ensure the camera is aligned correctly and adhere to exam discipline. If a candidate fails the first attempt, they can retake the test the same day. If they fail again, they must pay to reschedule. After the test, candidates must queue to collect their score report and sign it; unsigned reports are considered invalid. There is no limit to the number of times Subject One can be scheduled. Each subject can be taken once, and if a candidate fails, they can retake it once. If they do not attend the retake or fail the retake, the examination process ends, and the applicant must reschedule. However, Subject Two and Subject Three have only five examination attempts each. Subject Two and Subject Three tests must be scheduled at least ten days apart. If a candidate fails the Subject Three safe and civilized driving knowledge test, the previously passed road driving skills test results remain valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject One, Subject Two, and Subject Three. Subject One refers to the examination on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge. Subject Two refers to the field driving skills test. Subject Three is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject Three, so it is commonly referred to as Subject Four. However, in official terms (i.e., the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123), there is no such thing as Subject Four.

Right after passing Subject 1, I was eager to take Subject 2, but my driving instructor said no. According to regulations, I must first complete all required training hours for Subject 2. For my C1 driver's license, Subject 2 has 16 training hours, covering maneuvers like reverse parking and parallel parking, which require daily practice to master. Additionally, the exam system reviews learning records, and only when the training hours are met can you schedule the test. It took me nearly two weeks to complete all the practice sessions before I could finally take the exam. This rule is mainly to ensure that new drivers truly learn the necessary skills before hitting the road. Skipping practice and going straight to the test poses significant safety risks, and retaking the exam later would end up taking even more time.

New students at our driving school often ask this question, and the answer is absolutely not. According to regulations, you must complete the required training hours for Subject 2 before you can schedule the test—passing the theory alone isn't enough. Each exercise has a mandatory practice time: parallel parking requires over 30 minutes, and reversing into a parking space demands more than 60 minutes. I've seen too many young people rush into the test, only to stall on the hill start and fail immediately. This system is well-designed—driving is a hands-on skill, and taking the test without mastering the steering wheel is downright dangerous. I advise following your instructor's schedule patiently. Nowadays, all training hours are electronically recorded, and the system won't allow registration if the required hours aren't met.

Last year when I was getting my driver's license, I thought the same way. The driving school clearly stated that I needed to complete the required hours for Subject 2 training first. Nowadays, it's all facial recognition timed training, with a maximum of 4 hours of check-in per day. Calculated this way, it takes at least four days even at the fastest pace. Moreover, exam slots are limited, so after completing the training hours, you still have to queue up for an appointment. I practiced for a full ten days after passing Subject 1 before taking the Subject 2 test, spending most of the time practicing reverse parking. This design is indeed necessary - beginners who just passed Subject 1 can't even control the clutch properly and would definitely fail if they took the test directly. Also, remember to bring your ID card and training records for the exam - you won't be allowed in if you're missing either one.

From a safety perspective, it must be said that such a design is necessary. After completing Subject One, systematic learning of vehicle operation is required. The five test items in Subject Two all involve practical driving skills. For projects like the S-curve, it's definitely not feasible for beginners to take the test directly. During my driving practice, I saw fellow trainees run over the lines more than a dozen times before mastering the essentials of reverse parking. Traffic regulations stipulate that at least 16 hours of training must be completed, and driving schools across regions enforce this strictly. Before enrolling, it's advisable to inquire about the training arrangements for Subject Two. Some driving schools may allow cross-practice between Subject Two and Subject Three, but the corresponding training hours must be completed before taking the test.


