Is there a fee for the first attempt at Subject 4 exam?

[StLuna]

There is no fee for the first attempt at Subject 4 exam. After the implementation of the Ministry of Public Security's Order No. 123, Subject 3 exam was divided into two parts: road test and safety & civilized driving test. The safety & civilized driving test is commonly referred to as "Subject 4". After completing Subject 3, there is generally a one-week interval before you can schedule the Subject 4 exam. Exam content: Subject 4 is the safety & civilized driving knowledge test within Subject 3. Officially, there is no term called "Subject 4"; it's just a commonly used name. The main content of Subject 4 exam includes safety & civilized driving operation requirements, safe driving knowledge under adverse weather and complex road conditions, emergency handling methods for situations like tire blowouts, and post-accident handling knowledge. The exam paper consists of 50 questions, primarily in the form of case studies, images, and animations. The question types include true/false questions, single-choice questions, and multiple-choice questions. The full score is 100, with a passing score of 90. Notes: After passing the Subject 4 exam, candidates must undergo at least half an hour of traffic safety & civilized driving knowledge education and traffic accident case warning education, and participate in a license oath ceremony. The vehicle management office will issue the motor vehicle driving license on the same day the candidate attends the license oath ceremony. Adding safety & civilized driving education, traffic accident case warning education, and oath-taking before license issuance aims to help new drivers develop civilized yielding, safe and law-abiding driving awareness and habits.

[LondynLynn]

Generally, you don't need to pay extra for the first attempt at Subject 4 of the driving test, as this fee was already included in the total cost when you enrolled in the driving school. However, this really depends on the package type you signed up for and the driving school's policy. My friend's contract last year stated that all exam fees were covered in their all-inclusive package. But do note that retake fees are your own responsibility—my cousin once paid 85 yuan for a retake. Additionally, the certificate fee is only paid when collecting the license. So just bring your ID card on the exam day; no need to prepare money specifically. But if you're still unsure, you can check the contract you signed or directly confirm with the driving school's front desk.

[DeJohnny]

I just passed the Subject 4 test last month. At least in our driving school, first-time test takers didn't have to pay any additional fees. The instructor said the tuition already covered all examination costs. But regulations might vary by region - I've heard some smaller driving schools charge a service fee of around tens of yuan. I'd suggest checking with your instructor 2-3 days in advance or reviewing your enrollment receipt. Remember to bring your file and ID card for the test - the whole process is quite quick. If you're unexpectedly asked to pay on exam day, don't panic. At most it'll be around a hundred yuan, so bring your card just in case. Actually, the test itself involves minimal costs - it's the retakes that really require additional payment.

[DiCourtney]

According to regulations, the fee for Subject 4 exam is included in the enrollment fee, so usually no additional payment is required for the first attempt. The vehicle management office's exam fees have already been paid in advance by the driving school. However, be cautious as some driving schools might play word games in the contract – I've seen cases where material fees were listed as additional. When actually taking the exam, just bring the necessary documents; there's no need to prepare cash. If there are any fees, there will be notices on-site or staff will inform you in advance. Nowadays, driving school enrollment fees are very transparent, making it unlikely to charge extra exam fees unexpectedly.

[EmiliaRose]

The fee structure for Subject 4 (theoretical driving test) is quite straightforward. The tuition paid during registration basically covers all examination fees. In my many years as an instructor, none of my students had to pay extra for their first attempt at Subject 4. However, there might be minor policy adjustments in different regions. For example, last year one student mentioned her local test center charged a 20 yuan system usage fee. On exam day, bringing your ID card and documentation is most important. If payment is required, scanning a QR code on-site makes it very convenient. Remember to arrive half an hour early, and note that retake fees are calculated separately - failing means covering the retake costs yourself.

[MaximusRose]

The first attempt for Subject 4 (Road Safety & Civilization) usually doesn't require additional payment, as the total driver's license exam fees are typically paid upon registration. However, practices vary among driving schools, especially those with installment payment systems that may charge before each test. I recommend checking the DMV announcement or driving school notification three days before the exam, while reviewing your enrollment contract terms. If encountering unexpected charges, avoid disputes - pay first to take the test while keeping receipts for later resolution. Such cases are rare though; the priority is bringing your ID and appointment confirmation. Retake fees do require separate payment, generally ranging from 50-100 RMB.