How Many Times Can You Retake the Subject 1 Exam?

[DallasFitz]

There is no limit to the number of times you can take the Subject 1 exam, and it does not count within the three-year time limit. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses," you can take the Subject 1 exam twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it for free the second time. If you fail the second attempt, the Subject 1 exam for that session is terminated, and you can only schedule another exam after ten days. Subject 1, also known as the theoretical driving test or driver's theory exam, 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 other related knowledge. The test is conducted on a computer with a time limit of 45 minutes. To pass the Subject 1 exam, you need a score of 90 out of 100. The exam consists of 100 questions, including single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly during the exam, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject 1 exam content: Regulations on driver's licenses and motor vehicle management; Road traffic conditions and rules; 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 cargo vehicles; Specialized knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Subject 1 exam precautions: Candidates should pay attention to their attire during the exam—no slippers are allowed. Electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the examination room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the precautions and procedures displayed on the screen, and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the exam room. Upon entering, verify your identity at the assigned seat and begin the exam. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and follow exam discipline. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After the exam, queue to collect your score report and sign it—unsigned reports are considered invalid. Important notes: While there is no limit to retaking Subject 1, Subject 2 and Subject 3 only allow five exam attempts. If all five attempts fail, the previously passed road driving skill test scores remain valid. The driver's license test consists of three subjects: Subject 1, Subject 2, and Subject 3. Subject 1 refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test. Subject 2 refers to the field driving skills test. 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 (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include "Subject 4."

[Flores]

Just a couple of days ago, I accompanied my cousin to deal with a retake. Subject One is the theoretical test, which allows unlimited retakes, but each scheduled exam requires a 140 yuan retake fee. However, the driving school may limit your retake attempts based on the training agreement, as exceeding them could affect the teaching progress. In reality, the question bank consists of just over 1,600 questions. If you make more than 20 consecutive mistakes, it's advisable to start learning from scratch. When practicing, pay special attention to the new traffic regulation questions—last year, 20 accident liability determination questions were added, which many students tend to struggle with. The driving instructor recommends that those with weak fundamentals should aim for at least 10 mock tests scoring 95 or above before heading to the exam center.

[McAriel]

As someone who has taken the test twice, I fully understand this anxiety. The traffic management office clearly states that there is no limit to the number of retakes for the subject one exam, but don't forget that you have to wait 10 days before you can reschedule each retake. Some people have even taken it seven or eight times, mainly stuck on speeding penalty rule questions and gesture questions. When using mobile apps to practice, remember to update the question bank, as new types of questions like highway ramp speed limits have been added. Important advice: skip questions you're unsure of during the exam (the system won't deduct points for unanswered questions) and come back to guess at the end. Back then, a fellow student at my driving school passed only on her fifth attempt—the key is not to let your mindset crumble.

[LaAaliyah]

Last year, I specifically researched the rules when taking the driver's license test. For Subject 1, you can retake the exam an unlimited number of times, but there must be at least a 10-day interval between retakes, and a fee of 140 yuan is charged each time. A real-life example: a friend failed three retakes due to questions about light usage. It's recommended to use the Traffic Management 121 APP for automatic scheduling, as the system avoids peak periods when new regulation questions are added. When encountering image-based questions during the exam, skip them first and tackle them last using the elimination method. Questions with low pass rates are mainly focused on highway towing procedures and school bus yielding regulations.

[StKinsley]

Five Years in Driver Training Industry: A Little-Known Fact - Unlimited Retakes for Subject 1 Test but It Affects Certification Timeline. You get two attempts on exam day (counted as first attempt), with 10-day waiting period after each failure. Retake fee ranges 120-180 yuan (varies by region). Pro tip: Screenshot wrong answers for cumulative review. For traffic police hand signals, remember: Officer facing you = stop signal. Exam computers have varying touchscreen sensitivity - press confirmation button firmly.

[MacTyler]

Newly licensed post-00s drivers sharing practical experience: The written test (Subject 1) allows unlimited retakes but requires 10+ days between attempts. Proactively schedule via the 12123 traffic app rather than waiting for notification. Bring ID + printed appointment confirmation (digital copies invalid), prepay the 140 yuan retake fee. Test tips: Don't panic over early mistakes (first 20 questions), memorize numerical items (speed/distance) using categorization. Classmates suggest prioritizing true/false questions for higher accuracy. Immediately raise your hand for system freezes.