How many retake opportunities are there for Subject 3?

[MakaylaFitz]

There are five retake opportunities for Subject 3, also known as the road test, which is part of the motor vehicle driver's license examination. It refers to the road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge test. If the fifth scheduled test is still failed within the validity period of the driving skills test permit, the results of other subjects that have already passed will be invalidated. The motor vehicle driver's examination content is divided into the subject of road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge, the subject of field driving skills, and the subject of road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge. The examination content and passing standards are unified nationwide, with corresponding test items specified according to different types of vehicles eligible for driving.

[MorganLee]

I remember when I was getting my driver's license, there were quite a few retake opportunities for Subject 3. In total, there were 5 exam attempts, including the first try and four retakes. If you failed once, you could schedule a retake, with the fee usually ranging between 50 to 100 RMB, depending on the city. I passed on my second attempt—the first time I was too nervous and hit the curb, but after more practice, I succeeded. If you fail all five times, you have to re-register and start over from Subject 1. Practicing turns and parking more often, and familiarizing yourself with intersection rules, makes it much easier. Some places have more lenient policies, and I’ve heard you can apply for extra retakes, but it’s best to check with your driving school instructor in advance to avoid wasting time.

[ArabellaAnn]

As someone who has taken the exam multiple times, I understand that the standard number of retake opportunities for Subject 3 is around four, totaling five attempts including the initial one. This is set within the national framework, but there might be slight variations at the provincial, city, or county levels—for example, Beijing has stricter requirements with a two-week interval between retakes, while Shanghai might be more lenient. During the exam, don’t overlook details like signaling when changing lanes or the precision of pulling over, as these are common reasons for failure. I recommend renting a car before the exam to practice on real roads multiple times, getting familiar with traffic lights and pedestrian crossings. In terms of cost, each retake is a few dozen yuan, and the total won’t be expensive. The key is to stay calm and avoid excessive nervousness.

[RobertMarie]

I've observed many trainees' experiences, the opportunity to retake Subject 3 is usually valid within 5 attempts. The policy hasn't changed much in recent years, but regional factors should be noted—some rural areas may offer additional chances. You can retake the test as soon as a few days after failing, so don't give up thinking it's too difficult. Most people pass after practicing two or three times. Don't slack off during regular practice; focus on overcoming difficult points like U-turns or meeting on narrow roads. Familiarizing yourself with the test route also makes it easier to perform well.