How long does it take to successfully schedule Subject 2?
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It usually takes within 5 working days to successfully schedule Subject 2. However, due to significant differences in the number of test centers and candidates across various regions, there is no fixed timeframe as a reference. According to regulations, each subject can be taken once, and if failed, a retake is allowed. If the retake is not attended or still results in failure, the current test session ends, and the applicant must reschedule the exam. Subject 2, also known as the small road test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. It refers to the field driving skill test, with mandatory test items for small vehicles C1 and C2 including reverse parking, parallel parking, hill start, right-angle turn, and curve driving. Some regions also include a sixth item: highway toll card collection.
Last time when I took the Subject 2 driving test, I had to wait over a week due to the summer vacation peak season, with long queues of candidates. The driving school's app was quite useful as it updated the progress daily, but I still found it a bit slow. My friend in a small hometown county only waited three to four days to get it done. There are too many influencing factors: city size, season, and exam quotas. To shorten the waiting time, I suggest preparing materials like ID copies and medical reports at least three months in advance without delay, and booking slots on weekday mornings or afternoons when there are fewer people. Try to avoid peak periods like winter and summer vacations for higher success rates, so you won’t be left anxiously waiting.
I've helped relatives and friends with their driver's license tests multiple times, and the waiting time for scheduling Subject 2 varies greatly. In big cities like Beijing and Shanghai, it usually takes 7 to 10 days, while in smaller cities, it might only take 3 to 5 days. Reasons include the number of candidates and seasonal changes; during winter and summer vacations, there are more people, leading to longer queues. Driving schools could make the process smoother if they coordinate better. Remember to prepare photos and ID proofs in advance to avoid delays from re-queuing. When the wait is too long, ask the instructor or check the app for any canceled slots you can grab—this can speed things up significantly. Overall, don't take it lightly; plan early to avoid complications.