How Many Attempts Are Allowed for the Subject 1 Exam?
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There is no limit to the number of attempts for the Subject 1 exam. Each exam session offers two opportunities, and if both attempts fail, you will need to reschedule the exam. The total duration of the Subject 1 exam is 45 minutes, and the test paper consists of 100 questions, including true/false and multiple-choice questions. The exam papers are randomly selected and combined by the computer-based driver examination system according to the proportion specified in the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Work Regulations." The exam content includes the most fundamental knowledge such as driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, traffic signals, traffic rules, and additional local regulations. The scheduling of the theoretical driver's exam is arranged by the local vehicle management offices. Important notes for the Subject 1 exam: Bring and present your ID card for verification by the supervising officer; mobile phones must be turned off upon entering the exam area; no loud talking is allowed in the exam area; regulatory textbooks are not permitted in the exam hall (or should be kept in your bag). Exam procedure: Follow the instructions of the staff and collect your driving school file in order at the waiting area; Bring and present your ID card for verification by the supervising officer; Mobile phones must be turned off upon entering the exam area; No loud talking is allowed in the exam area; Regulatory textbooks are not permitted in the exam hall (or should be kept in your bag); After the exam, keep your ID card safe and submit the file to the "Submission Window" at the front of the exam hall; Candidates who pass the exam will sign under the guidance of the staff at the exam hall exit before leaving; Candidates who fail the exam may leave the exam hall immediately and await notification from their driving school staff regarding the retake schedule.
When I took the written driving test (Subject 1), there were actually quite a few opportunities. For your first exam registration, you get one official attempt. If you fail, there's usually one make-up test opportunity on the same day. If you fail the make-up or don't even attend it, you'll need to reschedule the entire exam. The rescheduling interval is typically about 7 days. Within the validity period of your driving school training (e.g., one year), you can schedule unlimited retakes. The fee is around 50 RMB per attempt, which isn't expensive. The key is spending more time practicing mock exams on question bank apps and familiarizing yourself with traffic rules to improve your pass rate. Don't be afraid of failure—I've seen people pass after four or five attempts. Keeping a calm mindset is most important; don't put too much pressure on yourself.
