How long after passing C1 Subject 1 can you take Subject 2?
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For a C1 driver's license, you can schedule the Subject 2 test online 10 days after passing Subject 1. According to the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses,' the registration requirement for Subject 2 is completing 26 study hours, including 2 hours of theoretical knowledge, 3 hours of simulated driving, and 21 hours of practical training. Each Subject 2 test appointment includes two attempts. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it once for free. If you do not attend the retest or fail the retest, the test session ends, and you can reschedule Subject 2 after 10 days. Within the validity period of the learner's permit, you can schedule Subject 2 up to 5 times. If you fail the fifth attempt, all previously passed subjects become invalid. To continue, you must restart the process from Subject 1. Subject 2 test content: Demonstrating the ability to operate a motor vehicle within a designated area; mastery of driving skills; and spatial judgment of the vehicle's position. Subject 2, also known as the 'small road test,' includes five mandatory tasks: reverse parking, parallel parking, hill start, right-angle turn, and curve driving. Subject 2 test tips: After entering the car, adjust the seat and mirrors to the correct position and fasten your seatbelt. For parallel parking, find the correct angle and turn the steering wheel quickly in sync with the car's speed. For hill starts, remember to engage the handbrake, signal left, release the handbrake, and balance the clutch and throttle to avoid stalling or rolling back. For right-angle turns, react quickly to the reference point while matching the car's speed to avoid deviation. For curve driving (S-turns), slow down. Skilled drivers may pass smoothly in one go. For reverse parking, control the speed, use reference points, and make minor adjustments if needed by checking the mirrors. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 covers traffic laws and regulations; Subject 2 evaluates driving skills in a designated area; Subject 3 includes road driving skills and a safety and civilized driving knowledge test (often called Subject 4, though it is not officially recognized in regulations).
As a new driver who just passed the C1 license test, I still remember how excited I was after completing Subject 1. I asked the driving school how soon I could take Subject 2. The instructor said the minimum waiting period is 10 days, but it's better to wait over 20 days because you need to complete 16 hours of driving training first. During this period, I practiced driving every day, focusing on reverse parking and parallel parking. Although the wait felt long, thorough practice ensures passing the test in one attempt. Safety comes first—never rush just to save time. The waiting period varies by location, with big cities possibly being faster. The key is to use this time to solidify your foundational skills. Subject 2 has 5 test items, and mastering them will give you confidence. Passing it brings you much closer to getting your license. Remember, completing the required training hours is essential—otherwise, you might fail and have to retake it.
As an instructor who has trained many batches of students, I often encounter this issue. After passing the theory test (Subject 1), there's usually a waiting period of at least half a month for the Subject 2 test, with the maximum being around 30 days, depending on the driving school's schedule. During this time, students must diligently complete the required training hours and focus on steering wheel control and speed adjustment during practice—no slacking off. The most challenging part of Subject 2 is the hill-start exercise, so I recommend that beginners spend extra time practicing this. Patience is key; with a solid foundation, you'll have a steadier mindset during the test, increasing your chances of passing on the first attempt. Don't rush to book the test—failing would only waste more time. Safe driving habits start here. Learning to drive isn't a race; it's about mastering skills steadily and safely.
When I was taking the C1 license test, right after passing the written exam (Subject 1), my instructor scheduled me for the Subject 2 test in two weeks. I had to practice intensively, focusing on right-angle turns and curve driving, visiting the driving school daily to get familiar with the steering wheel. After about ten practice sessions, I felt confident. On the test day, I stayed calm and passed smoothly. My advice to new drivers is to preview the test route in advance and watch some instructional videos—it helps. Once you pass Subject 2, transitioning to the road test is easier. The key is not to panic and to pay attention to the details.
