Does the driving school time start counting after passing the Subject 1 test?

[DelilahLee]

According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses", the driving school time starts counting after passing the Subject 1 test. The validity period of the learning driving certificate is three years, but the expiration date must not exceed the upper age limit for application. Applicants must complete the Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests within the validity period. If the tests are not completed within the validity period, the passing scores of the already completed subjects will be invalidated. Subject 1, also known as the Subject 1 theory test or driver 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 1 consists of 100 questions, including single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point. If 11 questions are answered incorrectly, the system will automatically submit the test and end the exam. Subject 1 test content: Driving license and motor vehicle management regulations; 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: During the Subject 1 test, students should pay attention to their attire—no slippers are allowed, and electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the examination room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures on the large screen, and store personal items in a locker before entering the examination room. Upon entering, verify your identity at the assigned seat and begin the test. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow exam 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 the test, queue to collect your score sheet and sign it. Failure to sign will render the result invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can schedule the Subject 1 test. Each subject can be taken once, and if you fail, you can retake it once. If you do not take the retake or fail the retake, the test is terminated, and you must reschedule. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, there are only five test attempts, and the tests must be scheduled at least ten days apart. If you fail the Subject 3 safety and civilized driving knowledge test, the passing score for the road driving skills test remains valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test; Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test; Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge tests. The safety and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, the official term (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include Subject 4.

[StKira]

I remember being puzzled by this issue when I first started learning to drive. The official learning cycle at driving school only begins after you pass the Theory Test (Subject 1). If you fail Subject 1, even if you've enrolled, it won't count toward the actual learning period. Once you pass Subject 1 – for instance, it took me months of practice last time – the clock starts ticking for your timed training sessions and subsequent Subject 2 (Parking) and Subject 3 (Road Test). Typically, you must complete all tests within a three-year validity period. Exceed that, and you'll have to restart the entire process, costing both money and time. So I recommend scheduling driving practice promptly after passing Subject 1 – don't procrastinate. Additionally, driving instructors have dedicated tracking systems to monitor progress anytime. Weekends offer fewer trainees and higher efficiency, while off-peak weekday slots (early mornings/late evenings) allow more practice rounds – time management is crucial. Remember: focus not just on passing tests, but cultivating safe driving habits matters more.

[StCassidy]

As someone who has been through it, I personally experienced the driver's license exam process. That's right, the learning period at the driving school starts counting from the day you pass the Theory Test (Subject 1). The pure theoretical study before Subject 1 doesn't count—only after passing does the timer begin, and you have three years to complete Subjects 2, 3, and 4. Back then, I got delayed due to work and ended up rushing to finish all subjects just before the expiration. During regular practice, the driving school logs your training time in the system, with records archived for each session. A reminder to new learners: Once you pass Subject 1, plan your training frequency with the instructor—don’t leave too long a gap or your skills will get rusty. My lesson was that sticking to 2-3 sessions per week works best, with intensive Subject 3 practice right before the exam being most effective. Also, ask about the school’s policies when enrolling—some places charge for extensions, so knowing upfront saves trouble later.

[VonAnderson]

As a newly licensed driver, let me tell you, the driving test timeline officially starts only after passing Subject 1. You take the theory exam after completing theoretical studies, and upon passing, your records enter the driving school system, triggering the three-year validity period. The automated training log system begins counting hours from this point - whether practicing reverse parking for Subject 2 or road training for Subject 3. Don't underestimate this timeframe - the sooner you start practical training after Subject 1, the smoother your progress, especially since Subject 3 requires actual mileage accumulation. Failing to complete within validity means retaking Subject 1 and restarting the entire process, wasting both money and effort. We recommend coordinating with instructors to create a 3-6 month training plan for optimal results. Maximize fragmented time slots like early mornings or evenings when fewer trainees are present to accelerate skill development.