
The test time is limited to 45 minutes. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses," the subject one test can be taken twice on the same day. If the first attempt is failed, a second free retake is allowed. If the second attempt is also failed, the subject one test is terminated, and the applicant can only schedule the test again after ten days. Subject one, also known as the theoretical test or driver's theory test, is part of the motor vehicle driving license . The test content includes driving theory basics, road safety laws and regulations, local regulations, and related knowledge. The test format is computer-based. The subject one test consists of 100 questions, divided into single-choice questions and true/false questions, with each question worth 1 point, totaling 100 points. If 11 questions are answered incorrectly during the test, the system will automatically submit the test and end the session. Subject one test content includes: driving 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 test precautions: Candidates should pay attention to their attire during the test; no slippers are allowed, and electronic devices and bags are prohibited in the test 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 test room. Upon entering the test room, the identity verification station will assign a seat. After finding your seat, begin the test. Ensure the camera is aligned with you and adhere to test discipline. If you fail the first attempt, a retake is available on the same day. If you fail again, you must pay to reschedule. After the test, queue to collect your score report and sign it. Without a signature, the result is invalid. There is no limit to the number of times you can schedule the subject one test. Each subject test can be taken once, with one retake allowed if failed. If you do not take the retake or fail the retake, the test is terminated, and the applicant must reschedule. For subjects two and three, there are only five test attempts, and they can be scheduled ten days later. If the subject three safe and civilized driving knowledge test is failed, the passed road driving skills test results remain valid. The driving test consists of three subjects: subject one, subject two, and subject three. Subject one refers to the road traffic safety laws, regulations, and related knowledge test; subject two refers to the field driving skills test; subject three is divided into two parts: road driving skills and safe and civilized driving knowledge test. The safe and civilized driving knowledge test is conducted after subject three, so it is commonly referred to as subject four. However, in official terms (i.e., the Ministry of Public Security Order No. 123), there is no such thing as subject four.

The schedule for the Subject 1 exam varies by local vehicle offices, but it's generally conducted in batches between 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on weekdays. When helping students register, I noticed that exams are now self-scheduled via the Traffic Management 12123 App, where you can choose slots available within the next ten days. During peak periods, you might need to wait in line for one or two weeks. On exam day, remember to bring your ID card and check in 30 minutes early. After entering the exam room, the system randomly assigns computers, and the entire process is monitored by video. The exam lasts 45 minutes, which is more than enough time to complete 100 multiple-choice questions. Last week, one of my students finished and passed in just 20 minutes. If you fail, you must wait 10 days before retaking the exam, so I recommend thoroughly preparing by practicing enough questions to score well before attempting it.

I just passed the written driving test (Subject 1) recently and would like to share my actual experience. I booked the exam slot myself via mobile app, choosing the 2pm Wednesday session. On exam day, it took 40 minutes from check-in, locker storage to entering the computer room. The actual test duration was 45 minutes - I finished at a leisurely pace with 15 minutes remaining for review. The questions were simpler than practice tests, the key is not to dwell on difficult ones. Results were displayed immediately. If you fail, you must wait 10 days to reschedule - I've seen people fail three times consecutively. Also note some test centers are closed on weekends, it's better to choose weekdays to avoid peak crowds.

Our test center schedule is from Monday to Friday with eight sessions daily, and the earliest candidates start queuing at 7:30 AM. Each session has a 30-minute interval, and during the 45-minute test, video surveillance is in place with no whispering allowed. A common mistake candidates make is running out of time on the last 10 questions, but in fact, 27 seconds per question is sufficient. Retakes must be scheduled at least 10 days apart, and now the APP allows checking session availability, with early bookings offering morning slots. It's recommended to bring all required documents and arrive 40 minutes early, as sometimes checks take longer than the test itself. Special weather conditions may lead to session cancellations, and such updates are posted on the traffic management platform.

The written driving test (Subject 1) schedule consists of three main parts: First, the booking window - you can see available slots for the next 7 days on the app; second, the fixed exam duration of 45 minutes; third, the waiting period - it typically takes two weeks of intensive training from registration to the first test. Most students at our driving school prefer weekday morning sessions between 9-11 AM when there are fewer people and higher efficiency. After check-in, you'll swipe your ID card to start the test immediately, with a countdown timer displayed in the top-right corner of the screen. Important reminder: If you fail the first attempt, use the mandatory 10-day waiting period to review your mistake log. Finally, remember you'll receive an SMS with exact timing after successful booking - don't be late.

Through the experience of two retakes, I've figured out the timing strategy for Subject 1. Although the exam duration is marked as 45 minutes, many people finish early—the key is to control your pace. During my first attempt, I spent too much time on the first 20 questions and ended up rushing through the last part, making 10 mistakes. After a 10-day interval, I scheduled my second attempt and specifically practiced timed answering. The exam schedule is quite tight; for a 2 PM slot, they actually let people in at 1:50 PM, and I finished before 3 PM. Nowadays, the app even allows you to choose specific time slots—I opted for a 3:30 PM weekday session, and there were so few people that I hardly had to wait in line. An important reminder: after finishing the test, you must wait for the staff to confirm your score before leaving, and this step also needs to be factored into your time .


