
Subject 2 can be successfully scheduled in as fast as 3-5 days, and candidates will receive a corresponding SMS notification upon successful scheduling. There is no exact time frame for the review of Subject 2 scheduling, as it depends on the efficiency of the relevant department and the number of candidates. Whether it's the exam or scheduling, mastering the corresponding techniques can achieve twice the result with half the effort. Here are three tips for successfully scheduling Subject 2: 1. Schedule as early as possible: Try to schedule as early as possible within the time frame when the system allows candidates to schedule. 2. Avoid peak scheduling times: Do not choose exam sessions that are indicated as crowded. 3. Schedule earlier sessions: Prioritize scheduling exam sessions that are ranked earlier.

Just the day before yesterday, I accompanied my cousin to handle the driving test reservation, and found that the speed of booking for Subject 2 varies greatly. The vehicle management office said the fastest result can be available within 24 hours, but for most people, waiting three to five days is the norm. This is especially obvious in big cities. My friend in Pudong booked an automatic transmission test, and the system showed a queue of over 4,000 people, forcing him to wait a full week before receiving the SMS notification. If you're in a hurry to take the test, it's advisable to choose less popular test centers or try to grab a spot on weekday mornings. By the way, make sure your coach has completed the required training hours for you, as this is a prerequisite for booking. Before successfully booking, remember to check the 12123 APP every morning at 8 AM, as this is when the system usually updates the available slots.

Our driving school instructor said there are two main ways to book the Subject 2 test: regular booking and priority booking. You can enter the regular channel 10 days after passing Subject 1, where the system competes with candidates nationwide for slots. Fast approvals can come in two days, while slow ones may take over ten days. However, if it's a retake or a group booking organized by the driving school, the priority channel is much quicker, often securing a slot the next day. Last time I retook Subject 2, I submitted my request on Wednesday afternoon and received the confirmation SMS by Thursday noon. Also, avoid booking urban test centers during peak holiday seasons—opting for suburban locations can save you three to four days of waiting time.

The efficiency of the driving test system largely depends on the status of materials. After the driving school submits your training records to the vehicle management office, the system needs to synchronize the study hour data, which is where many people get stuck. Once the study hours are confirmed as meeting the requirements, from clicking the appointment button to receiving the result, based on my observation of hundreds of student records: for morning sessions, there's a 70% chance of getting the result within 48 hours, while for afternoon sessions, it usually takes 72 hours. Remember to avoid scheduling exams on Mondays and the first day after holidays, as system congestion can slow down processing speed by half. If you really need to expedite the process, bring your ID card to the vehicle management office and use the self-service machine—it's half a day faster than using the app.


