
For the exam, you only need to bring your ID card. The admission ticket and other documents are handled by the driving school, which will distribute them during the exam. Electronic IDs are not accepted for the exam. If you don't have an ID card, you can apply for a temporary one, which holds the same validity as a regular ID card. The "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driver's Licenses" clearly state that the Subject One exam can be taken twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it for free. If you fail the second attempt, the Subject One exam is terminated, and you can only reschedule after ten days. The Subject One exam consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice and true/false questions, each worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If you answer 11 questions incorrectly during the exam, the system will automatically submit the test and end the exam. The Subject One exam is computer-based and lasts 45 minutes. Subject One Exam Content: Driver's license and motor vehicle management regulations; road traffic conditions and regulations; 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 Exam Notes: During the exam, students should pay attention to their attire—no slippers are allowed. Electronic devices and bags are not permitted in the exam room. Bring your ID card and queue to enter the waiting hall. Observe the instructions and procedures on the large screen, and store personal items in lockers before entering the exam room. Upon entering the exam room, the identity verification desk will assign a seat. After finding your seat, 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. Failure to sign renders the result invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can reschedule the Subject One exam. Each subject can be taken once, with one retake allowed if you fail. If you skip the retake or fail it, the exam is terminated, and you must reschedule. For Subject Two and Subject Three, there are only five exam attempts. Subject Two and Subject Three exams can be rescheduled after ten days. If you fail the Subject Three safe driving knowledge test, your previously passed road driving skills test results remain valid. There are three subjects in the driving test: Subject One, Subject Two, and Subject Three. Subject One refers to the exam on road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge. Subject Two refers to the field driving skills exam. Subject Three is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe driving knowledge. The safe driving knowledge test is conducted after Subject Three, so it is commonly referred to as Subject Four. However, the official term (as per the Ministry of Public Security's Order No. 123) does not include "Subject Four."

When it comes to the subject one exam, back then I only brought the most important items—my original ID card and a photocopy to the test center. Without an ID, you simply couldn’t even enter the exam room. My driving school specifically advised bringing the student ID or memorizing the file number to help the proctors verify information. Also, my nearsighted friends, don’t forget to wear your glasses—failing the vision check would be a hassle. Remember to eat enough before the exam but avoid drinking too much water, as you’ll be sitting for about an hour. Packing your documents in a folder beforehand is a smart move to avoid last-minute chaos and losing things. At the test center, first collect your exam card, find your assigned seat, calm your nerves, and then start answering the questions.

For the subject one test, you must bring three things: ID card, health certificate, and appointment voucher. The physical examination report or vision test sheet counts as health proof, and many places require it to be valid within six months. My friend learned this the hard way when their expired physical got them turned away. Don't forget to bring the payment receipt too, as some test centers require on-site verification. Make sure your documents are intact - any damage might render them invalid. It's best to prepare and pack all materials the night before, placing them by your bedside. On exam day, wear comfortable clothes and arrive early at the test center. If you're nervous, bring a bottle of water (though drinking during the test isn't allowed).

Essential materials for Subject 1 exam: First and foremost, your ID card - forgetting this is an instant fail. Secondly, bring the student ID or training manual issued by the driving school, which contains your file number. Thirdly, the medical examination receipt, particularly the vision test results which are most easily overlooked. I also recommend preparing two pens as backup - although it's a computer-based test, you might need them for form filling. It's best to set your phone to silent mode and keep it in your bag, as ringing during the exam counts as a violation. Before the exam, double-check the name list posted outside the waiting room to avoid going to the wrong test center and wasting your trip.


