How many days do I have to wait to retake the exam if I fail Subject 1?

[AbigailAnn]

You need to wait 10 days before you can schedule the exam again. The "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" clearly stipulates that for the Subject 1 retest, you can take the exam twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can take a second free retest. If you still fail the second attempt, the Subject 1 exam is terminated. Subject 1, also known as the Subject 1 theory test or driver's theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driver's license assessment. The exam content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The exam is computer-based and has a time limit of 45 minutes. A passing score for Subject 1 is 90 points. The exam consists of 100 questions, including single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point and a total score of 100. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly, the system will automatically submit the exam and end the test. Subject 1 exam content: Driver's license and motor vehicle management regulations; 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 exam precautions: During the exam, candidates should pay attention to their attire—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 on the large screen, and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the exam room. In the exam room, the identity verification station will assign a seat. Once seated, begin the exam. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow exam discipline. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake the exam on the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After the exam, queue to collect your score report and sign it. A score report without a signature is considered invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can schedule the Subject 1 exam. Each subject can be taken once, and if you fail, you can retake it once. If you do not take the retest or fail the retest, the exam is terminated, and you must reschedule. For Subject 2 and Subject 3, there are only 5 exam attempts. Subject 2 and Subject 3 exams can be scheduled 10 days later. If you fail the Subject 3 safe and civilized driving knowledge test, the previously passed road driving skills test results remain valid. There are 3 subjects in the driver's license exam: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge exam; Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills exam; Subject 3 is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject 3, so it is commonly referred to as Subject 4. However, the official term (i.e., the Ministry of Public Security's Order No. 123) does not include the term "Subject 4."

[LeHaven]

Last time I didn't pass the subject one test at first attempt. According to regulations, you usually have to wait about 7 days after failing before reapplying for the test. This interval period is quite important - don't rush to sign up, but use it for thorough review. For example, focus on practicing the questions you got wrong last time, download apps like Driver's License Test Prep to take mock exams, and do multiple sets of questions to reinforce memory. Some additional tips: ensure adequate sleep before the exam to avoid nervousness affecting performance. Don't forget to analyze the exam report to identify whether it's a lack of understanding or memory issues, so you can improve specifically. Trying a few more times will naturally lead to passing, just maintain patience.

[DelAnna]

I also failed the first subject test before, and the rule is you have to wait 7 days to retake it. I found this period quite useful—I made time daily to practice with the app's question bank, organized frequently missed questions, and kept a light-hearted approach to learning. Staying relaxed mentally and sharing failure stories with friends for mutual encouragement helped. For the second attempt, I focused more on traffic signs and safety regulations, passing with ease. The waiting period actually serves as a buffer, giving your brain time to rest and recharge.