How Many Times Can You Take the Driving License Test Subject One?

[McKaylee]

There is no limit to the number of times you can take Subject One of the driving license test. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," you can take the Subject One test twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can take a free second attempt. If you fail the second attempt as well, the Subject One test for that day will be terminated, and you can only schedule another test after ten days. Subject One, also known as the theoretical test or driver's theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license assessment. The test content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The test is conducted on a computer and has a time limit of 45 minutes. To pass Subject One of the driving license test, you need a score of 90 or above. The test consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point and a total score of 100. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly during the test, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject One test content includes: driving license and motor vehicle management regulations; 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 freight vehicles; specialized knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Subject One test precautions: During the test, candidates should pay attention to their attire—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 on the large screen, and store personal belongings in a locker before entering the examination room. Inside, your seat will be assigned at the identity verification area. Once seated, begin the test, ensuring the camera is aligned with you and adhering to test discipline. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake the test 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 One test. Each subject test can be taken once, with one retake allowed if you fail. If you do not take the retake or fail the retake, the test for that subject will be terminated, and you must reschedule. In contrast, Subject Two and Subject Three only allow five attempts each. Subject Two and Subject Three tests can be rescheduled after ten days. If you fail the Subject Three safety and civilized driving knowledge test, your previously passed road driving skills test results remain valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: Subject One, Subject Two, and Subject Three. Subject One refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test. Subject Two refers to the field driving skills test. Subject Three is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safety and civilized driving knowledge tests. The safety and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject Three, so it is commonly referred to as Subject Four. However, the official terminology (as per the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123) does not include the term "Subject Four."

[DelGavin]

As a beginner learning to drive, I remember feeling particularly stressed about the Theory Test (Subject 1). Actually, there's no limit to the number of attempts—you can retake it unlimited times within the three-year validity period. I failed my first try, waited seven days to book the second attempt, and passed. There must be a gap between tests, usually 7 to 10 days; you can't take them consecutively every day. When reviewing, use mobile apps to practice questions frequently—the question bank changes, so each failure teaches you new knowledge points. Don't worry about too many attempts, though each test fee (around 100 RMB) adds up and isn’t cheap. The key is not to give up; I’ve seen people pass after four or five tries, and they ended up being more stable drivers after getting their license. The validity period starts from passing, so focus on mastering the theory thoroughly.