How many days after registration can you take the Subject 1 test?
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After successfully enrolling in a driving school, the application form and physical condition certificate must be submitted to the Vehicle Management Office for review. Once the review is completed, you can schedule the Subject 1 test (some regions do not require study hours, so you can book the test immediately after the review is completed). It usually takes about 10 days to schedule the Subject 1 test. Before scheduling, you should review the Subject 1 study materials and practice test questions. Enrollment in a driving school is only a preliminary registration. After enrollment, the driving school submits the documents to the Vehicle Management Office. Upon successful submission, the Vehicle Management Office will issue a serial number, indicating successful registration. Once registered, you can schedule the Subject 1 test. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," Subject 1 consists of 100 multiple-choice and true/false questions, each worth 1 point. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly during the test, the system will automatically submit the test and end the exam. Subject 1 test content: Regulations on driver's licenses and motor vehicle management; 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 exam, students must dress appropriately—no slippers are allowed. Electronic devices and bags are not permitted in the exam room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures displayed on the large screen. Before entering the exam room, store personal belongings in a locker. Inside the exam room, the identity verification desk will assign a seat. Once seated, 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 report 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, with one retake allowed if you fail. If you do not take the retake or fail it again, the exam process ends, and you must reschedule. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, there are only five attempts. Subject 2 and Subject 3 tests must be scheduled at least ten days apart. If you fail the Subject 3 safe driving knowledge test, the previously passed road driving skills test results remain valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the test on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge. Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test. Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe driving knowledge. The safe driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, the official terminology (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include the term "Subject 4."
I just got my driver's license this year, and looking back on the process after registration was quite interesting. On the day of registration, I first went to the designated hospital for a physical exam, checking vision, color blindness, etc. The report usually comes out within 24 hours, and I got my results that same afternoon. Then, the driving school gave me a theory handbook and a practice app, requiring me to complete at least 12 hours of study. Every day after work, I practiced on my phone, drilling questions for three straight days until I had all the traffic rules memorized. The instructor said once I met the requirements, I could schedule the exam. I learned quickly and finished the training on the fifth day after registration. The driving school was efficient and booked me an exam slot just two days later. So, from registration to sitting in the exam seat, it took me a total of eight days. Of course, it varies by city—some places have long queues due to high demand, so I recommend pushing for faster progress after registration. The sooner you study, the sooner you can take the test, saving both time and hassle. The key is to focus on reviewing—the written test isn’t hard, and the pass rate is high, but solid knowledge makes driving on the road much safer.
After enrolling in a driving school, you usually can't take the Theory Test (Subject 1) immediately, which I fully understand. First, you need to complete the medical examination report, which typically takes one or two days to obtain—don't forget to bring your ID photo. Next is the theoretical study phase, where you must complete at least 12 hours of coursework. I've seen students finish the material in about a week, after which they can schedule the exam through the driving school. The scheduling depends on the driving school's arrangements and test center availability. If you're lucky, you might get a slot within two or three days, but during peak periods, waiting five to seven days is normal. I recommend starting to practice with test-prep apps right after enrollment, such as using 'Driving Test Pro' for mock exams—don't procrastinate. Typically, completing the entire process within ten days is quite common, but it's best to check local regulations for specifics. The key is to build a solid theoretical foundation; rushing through it without proper understanding could affect your subsequent driving skills and safety. This process also reminds us to take traffic rules seriously—mastering the theory makes driving on the road much smoother.
