Can You Take the Subject 1 Exam If You Lose Your ID Card?
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A temporary ID card can be used for the exam. The admission ticket and other documents are handled by the driving school, which will distribute them during the exam. Electronic IDs are not acceptable for the exam. If you don’t have an ID card, you can apply for a temporary one, which holds the same validity as a formal ID card. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," you can take the Subject 1 exam twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it for free. If you fail the second attempt, the exam will be terminated, and you must wait ten days before rescheduling. The Subject 1 exam consists of 100 questions, including multiple-choice and true/false questions, each worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly, the system will automatically submit the exam and end the session. The Subject 1 exam is computer-based and lasts 45 minutes. The content of the Subject 1 exam includes: regulations on driver's licenses and motor vehicle management; road traffic conditions and rules; penalties for traffic violations; 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. Exam 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 displayed on the screen. Before entering the exam hall, store personal belongings in a locker. Upon entering, verify your identity at the assigned station and begin the exam. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow exam rules. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After the exam, queue to collect and sign your score report—unsigned reports are invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can reschedule the Subject 1 exam. Each subject allows one exam attempt, with one free retake if you fail. If you skip the retake or fail it, the exam is terminated, and you must reschedule. In contrast, Subjects 2 and 3 allow only five exam attempts, with rescheduling permitted after ten days. If you fail the Subject 3 safe driving knowledge test, your passing score for the road skills test remains valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 covers traffic laws, regulations, and related knowledge. Subject 2 tests field driving skills. Subject 3 includes two parts: road driving skills and safe driving knowledge. The safe driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4, though this term is not officially recognized in regulations (i.e., the Ministry of Public Security’s Order No. 123).
I just passed my written driving test last month, and almost missed it because I lost my ID card. I was so anxious at that time and immediately called the test center for advice. They told me that in principle, an ID card is mandatory, but if it's lost, I could either apply for a temporary ID at the local police station or use other valid identification documents as substitutes, such as a household registration booklet or passport. However, I needed to report to the test center one day in advance to confirm the details. In the end, I successfully took the test using my household registration booklet. Remember, identity verification for the test is strict—without proper documents, you definitely won't be allowed in. So, it's important to keep your belongings safe. If you encounter such a situation, act immediately and don't delay. Resolve it early to avoid affecting your test schedule.
