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How Long After Subject Three Can You Schedule Subject Four?

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StephanieRose
07/29/25 7:50am

According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," the waiting period varies depending on the type of license. Taking the C license as an example: After passing the Subject Three test, you can take Subject Four on the same afternoon, within 9 days without an appointment, or schedule it after 10 days. Same Afternoon Direct Exam: Since Subject Four is the theoretical part of Subject Three, most cities schedule both Subject Three and Subject Four together when making an appointment. Therefore, on the same afternoon after passing Subject Three, you can directly go to the Subject Four exam center to take the test. 9-Day No-Appointment Exam: With the upgrade of driving test services, some cities have introduced a new model allowing no-appointment exams within 9 days. Candidates who pass Subject Three can take Subject Four within 9 days by presenting their ID at the exam center. Exam staff will group candidates into no-appointment and scheduled groups for easier management. Post-10-Day Appointment: The success of scheduling Subject Four depends on factors such as the current number of examinees, candidate priority, and temporary arrangements at the exam center. Candidates closer to their 3-year validity period have higher priority and are more likely to secure an appointment. Unexpected events (e.g., pandemics) may also affect scheduling success. Subject Four, also known as the theoretical driving test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. It covers safe and civilized driving requirements, knowledge of driving under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling (e.g., tire blowouts), and post-accident procedures. Subject Four Exam Notes: Exam Duration: 45 minutes. Number of Questions: 50 questions, each worth 2 points, proportionally selected from the Subject Four question bank based on the license type. Question Types: Single-choice (including true/false), multiple-choice, animation-based, image-based, scenario recognition, and text-based questions. Retake Notes: Failing Subject Four only requires retaking Subject Four, with unlimited retakes arranged by the driving school at no additional cost. Subject Four Exam Tips: Focus on Weak Areas: Identify and understand the reasons for mistakes. Avoid memorizing correct answers; instead, refer to regulations or textbooks to grasp the underlying concepts. Categorize Questions: Group similar questions (e.g., traffic signs like pedestrian crossings and pedestrian warnings) to avoid confusion. Memory Techniques: Organize numerical data in the question bank for easier recall. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject One (traffic laws and regulations), Subject Two (field driving skills), and Subject Three (road driving skills and safety knowledge). Subject Four is the colloquial term for the safety and civilized driving theory test, conducted after Subject Three.

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Corbin
08/13/25 2:34am

Right after passing the Road Test (Subject 3), I was eager to get my license ASAP, so I specifically asked my driving instructor and a friend at the DMV. Actually, you can schedule the Safety Driving Theory Test (Subject 4) immediately after Subject 3, but the system needs time to upload the results – usually it takes 1-2 working days before available test slots appear on the 12123 app. I took Subject 3 on Friday and saw Wednesday slots at my nearest test center by Monday morning. Availability largely depends on how frequently your test site schedules exams – in areas with few test centers you might wait a week, while cities with more centers may offer next-day appointments. Remember to thoroughly study the Subject 4 question bank in advance – I spent those two waiting days cramming questions and went straight to take the test.

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MakaylaDella
10/05/25 2:41am

Over the years of coaching students, I've seen too many people stuck at the exam scheduling stage. After passing Subject 3, you can theoretically schedule Subject 4 on the traffic management system as early as that afternoon, but most people have to wait for system synchronization. My advice is: don't rush to leave after completing Subject 3. When signing the confirmation, ask the staff about the data upload timing. Experienced students in my group immediately check the 12123 APP after the exam - they grab slots as soon as they're released. Some lucky ones manage to schedule the next afternoon's session. If you miss the peak period, you might wait 3-5 days. During holidays, you need to monitor closely - one student waited ten days to get a slot.

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ColeFitz
11/18/25 4:12am

When working at the driving test center, we have to answer this question from candidates every day. According to regulations, candidates who pass the Subject 3 test are immediately eligible to schedule the Subject 4 test, but in practice, we must consider the efficiency of system data synchronization. Our test center uniformly uploads the day's results at 5 PM daily, so candidates who test in the morning can schedule the next day at 8 AM, while those who test in the afternoon must wait until the third working day. Special reminder for candidates taking cross-region split subject tests to prepare early – last time, a candidate from a neighboring city came in vain due to system delays. It is recommended to contact the registered driving school on the test day to check the scheduling channel.

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