What is the application process for the Subject 1 test?

[DelLorenzo]

Follow the staff's instructions to receive your driving training file in order at the waiting area; bring and present your ID card for verification by the invigilating officer. Mobile phones must be turned off when entering the test area; loud talking is not allowed in the test area; regulation textbooks are not permitted in the test area (or should be placed in your bag). After the test, keep your ID card safe and submit the file to the "Document Submission Window" at the front of the test room. Candidates who pass the test should sign under the guidance of the staff at the exit before leaving the test room.

[OAdriel]

I helped my cousin with this last time. First, you need to enroll in a driving school, pay the fees, and sign the contract. A few days after signing, you must go to the DMV for an in-person appointment to record your fingerprints, bringing your original ID card. At the same time, you need to install the Traffic Management 12123 APP on your phone, log in with your ID number, and then you can schedule the exam. However, note that after enrollment, you must complete 12 hours of theoretical class time to be eligible to apply for the Subject 1 exam. The system automatically reviews your class hours on the same day they are completed, and by evening, the 'Apply for Exam' button will light up in the APP. Click it to select the exam location and time—choosing a time slot close to home or with fewer people is more cost-effective. Here's the key: after submitting your application, you must pay the exam fee within 2 hours, or the appointment will be canceled.

[McEvelyn]

The process of getting a driver's license has been simplified a lot now, and I completed everything on my phone. After enrolling in the driving school, they will give you a student ID code, which you use to register an account on the Traffic Management 12123 app. After finishing the theoretical course videos from the driving school, wait a day or two for the system to sync the data. Then, on the app's homepage, just click 'Exam Appointment,' select Subject 1, the exam area, and the time slot. I recommend staying up until midnight to grab newly released slots, as good time slots are competitive. Before making an appointment, remember to upload a compliant white-background photo; failing the review can be troublesome. If you don’t choose the test center carefully, you might have to travel dozens of kilometers, so check the map when selecting a center, not just the name.

[McCayden]

Currently, the basic three-step process for the written driving test (Subject 1) is: After registration, submit your application on the Traffic Management 12123 APP, select the test center and date, and pass the review. Then, just bring your ID card to take the test on-site. The key is to first complete 12 hours of online learning—you can check the progress bar in the system. After registration, wait 3-7 days for the system to synchronize your student status before rushing to click the exam scheduling button. It’s recommended to choose Monday afternoon for the test slot, as there are fewer people, and you can proceed to practice for Subject 2 right after. Remember to check in half an hour early on-site—arriving more than 15 minutes past the scheduled test time will be treated as an absence.

[DelBrody]

From registration to the exam, it takes about two weeks. My practical advice is: after enrolling in the driving school, immediately start completing the online course hours, spending 2 hours daily is sufficient. On the fifth day, book an appointment via the Traffic Management 12123 app, prioritizing weekdays when test slots are more available. You need to upload a white-background ID photo taken within the last 6 months, wearing dark-colored clothes and no jewelry. If the photo is rejected during review, retake it promptly; delays beyond 48 hours will require re-queuing for the exam. A special reminder: use Alipay for payment, as some bank online payments may be delayed, causing appointment failures.

[DelAthena]

There's an invisible threshold to note for the Subject 1 exam registration. First, you must complete document filing at the driving school and have your fingerprints recorded before exam eligibility is generated. The required training hours must be exactly 12 hours—being short by even 5 minutes will make you ineligible to schedule the exam. You'll receive an SMS notification upon successful exam scheduling, but you should also regularly check your appointment status on the APP. Those who schedule morning sessions are advised to visit the test site in advance, as morning rush hour traffic near the entrance may delay your arrival. If your plans change, you can cancel one day prior; three no-show absences will result in being blacklisted by the system. On exam day, besides your ID card, remember to bring a paper copy of your registration voucher as a backup.