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Shoro.aiThe computer ends your session and prints a result sheet at the counter. This printout shows which topics you missed, things like "Right-of-Way" or "Signs and Signals." Keep it. You'll need it to study smarter.
The knowledge exam tests traffic signs, motor vehicle laws, and safe driving practices from the Virginia Driver's Manual. Virginia's test has two parts. All 10 traffic sign questions must be answered correctly before Part Two begins. Then you need at least 80% on the 25 general knowledge questions. Miss even one sign, and you're done for the day.
Oral exams are available by request at all DMV customer service centers. Using a cell phone, receiving help, or possessing exam answers during the test is unlawful and will disqualify your attempt.
Applicants under 18 must wait a minimum of 15 calendar days before retesting. Adults 18 and older may return the next business day. The waiting period begins on the day of the failed test, not the day you book your next appointment.
A teen in Richmond failed on June 1 and showed up on June 15, thinking that was 15 days later. Turned away. The 15th day was actually June 16. Bring a calendar or lose your appointment.
You may take the two-part knowledge exam three times before DMV requires a course. After three failures, your record locks and you cannot test again until completing mandatory education.
Honestly, if you're failing three times, something's off with your study approach. The official Virginia practice tests match the real exam format closely, use them.
Yes. If you do not obtain your license or permit within six months of passing the knowledge exam, you must retake it. This clock starts the moment you pass, so don't delay scheduling your road test.
Each retake costs $2 regardless of how many times you have previously attempted the test. Pay at the DMV counter on the day of the retake. The fee is non-refundable even if a technical issue interrupts the test session.
| Scenario | Fee (2026) |
|---|---|
| Under 18, after 15-day wait | No re-examination fee if application valid |
| Age 18+, retaking within 15 days | $2.00 re-examination fee |
| Age 18+, after 15+ day wait | No re-examination fee if application valid |
| 4th attempt after mandatory course | Provider's course fee + standard DMV fees |
The DMV accepts cash, check, money order, and debit/credit cards. Check the accepted payment methods before your visit.
An adult at Virginia Beach forgot the $2 re-exam fee when retesting the next business day. The clerk wouldn't start his test until he paid at the kiosk. Lost his place in line. Waited another hour. Bring exact payment.
After three failures, your record locks. You must complete a DMV-approved course before attempting the test again. This applies to everyone, minors and adults alike.
You must present the original paper completion certificate at the DMV. Digital copies and photos won't work. The course completion date must be after your third failure, not before.
If your application expires while waiting to complete the course, you must reapply, repay all fees, and redo the vision screening. Applications don't pause while you sort out course requirements.
A student in Roanoke completed the 8-hour course in April, then failed her third attempt in May. DMV rejected her certificate because she took the course before failing three times. She had to repeat the entire course and pay again. Timing matters.
A teen at a Fairfax High School testing kiosk failed three times. He enrolled in a private 8-hour course, paid $180, and brought the original certificate to the main DMV office. His application had expired during this process, forcing him to start completely over.
Virginia DMV does not offer a formal appeal process for failed knowledge test results. If you believe a question was scored incorrectly due to a technical error, report it to the DMV clerk before leaving the building. The manager on duty can review terminal logs for confirmed technical issues.
If the computer freezes or malfunctions, alert the clerk immediately, before you leave the testing area. A supervisor may void the attempt, which could allow a same-day retest. This is rare, but it's your only shot at disputing anything.
No. Knowledge test attempts and failures are not recorded on your permanent driving record. DMV tracks them internally only to enforce retest limits and course requirements.
Use your result slip to identify which topics you missed. Study only those sections of the Virginia Driver's Manual and take focused practice tests on those topics. Do not rebook until you are scoring above 90 percent consistently on full 35-question practice sessions.
A walk-in applicant in Norfolk arrived at 10 AM on a Saturday. Testing queue was full. Sent home. Always book an appointment for your retake.
For your retest, focus on the areas flagged on your printout. The questions change each time, but the subject categories stay consistent. Master the concepts, not just memorized answers.
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