What to Do If You Lose Your ID Card for Subject One Exam?

[JakeDella]

If you don't have an ID card for the Subject One exam, you can apply for a temporary ID card. The temporary ID card has the same validity as the official ID card. Electronic ID cards cannot be used for the exam. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," you can take the Subject One exam twice on the same day. If you fail the first attempt, you can retake it for free. If you fail the second attempt, the exam will be terminated, and you can only reschedule it after ten days. The Subject One exam consists of 100 questions, including 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 exam, the system will automatically submit the test and end the exam. The Subject One exam is computer-based and lasts for 45 minutes. Subject One exam content: Regulations on driving licenses and motor vehicle management; Road traffic conditions and regulations; Road traffic safety violations and penalties; Regulations on road traffic accident handling; Basic knowledge of motor vehicles; Local regulations; Knowledge of braking systems and safety devices for large and medium-sized passenger and freight vehicles; Special knowledge for wheeled self-propelled machinery, trams, and trolleybuses. Subject One exam precautions: Candidates should pay attention to their attire—no slippers are allowed. Electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the exam 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 lockers before entering the exam room. Upon entering, the identity verification station will assign a seat. After finding your seat, begin the exam. Ensure the camera is aimed at 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 will render 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 do not take the retake or fail it, the exam will be 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, the 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 consists of 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."

[McKyle]

As an experienced driver who frequently interacts with driving test candidates, let me tell you, don’t panic if you lose your ID before the theory test (Subject 1). I’ve seen many students face this issue—the key is to act immediately. The first step is to check if you have any alternative documents, such as a photocopy of your driver’s license or passport, as some test centers may accept these as backups. If not, promptly contact the local police station to report the loss and apply for a temporary ID. Bring two recent photos for the application. Temporary IDs are usually issued the same day and can be used for test registration. By the way, it’s wise to photocopy your ID the day before the exam and carry it with you or save an electronic copy on your phone—this can save a lot of hassle. In case the test center is particularly strict and doesn’t accept temporary IDs, call the DMV or test site in advance to confirm their policy. Most places are flexible, so don’t let this small issue delay your driver’s license process.