When is the first session of the Subject 1 driving license test?
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The scheduling of the Subject 1 test varies by location, as it is arranged independently by local vehicle management offices. The test is available throughout the day on the scheduled date. The Subject 1 exam covers driving theory fundamentals, road safety laws and regulations, local traffic rules, and related knowledge. Additional information: The total duration of the Subject 1 test is 45 minutes, consisting of 100 questions in the form of true/false and multiple-choice items. A perfect score is 100 points, with a passing mark of 90. The test papers are randomly selected and combined by the computer-based driver examination system according to the proportion specified in the "Motor Vehicle Driver's License Work Regulations."
Last time I accompanied my friend to take the Subject 1 test, their first session usually starts at 8 a.m. But there's no fixed rule—in my small hometown, the test began at 8:30, while my friend in the provincial capital had theirs at 7:50. The key is to check your scheduled exam venue's arrangement; the exact time can be found on the Traffic Management 12123 APP. Remember to arrive half an hour early because you'll need to queue for facial verification. If you didn't get the first session, don’t worry—the afternoon session has fewer people and can be more relaxed. Subject 1 isn’t actually difficult; just bring your ID, keep your phone silent, and the questions are even simpler than the mock tests in the Driving Test Treasure app.
I'm quite familiar with the subject one test, just got my license last year. The first test session time entirely depends on which test center you registered at. I took mine at the Chengbei Test Center, where check-in started at 8:15 AM and the exam officially began at 8:30 AM. But I heard from classmates at other driving schools that the Chengnan Test Center often doesn't start the first session until 9 AM. I recommend checking the exact time on the Traffic Management 12123 app three days before your test—the system shows it down to the minute. Oh, and don't arrive at the last minute; it's best to get there 40 minutes early. You'll need time for bag storage, queuing, and photo-taking—these procedures take longer than you'd think.
Both of my younger cousins just passed the written driving test (Subject 1), and their first exams were scheduled in the morning. The arrangements vary slightly between different local DMVs. Most test centers start the exam between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, with the latest start time not exceeding 9:30 AM. You can inquire about the specific time when registering at the driving school, and they'll also send a text notification one week before the exam. If you're still unsure, just visit the test center directly—they post complete exam schedules on their bulletin boards. Remember to bring water since it's hot now, but make sure to turn off your phone and store it in a locker.
