Failed the permit test? Let's plan your retake.

Three quick taps about what happened, then the free check-up, weighted to what caught you out. Your result shows what to fix before you go back.

Your debrief, free

How many times have you taken it?
What caught you out? Tap any that apply.
When's your retake?
Date
Time
Not booked yet? Leave it empty. Knowing the date and time helps you show up ready.

California's retake rules

3Tries per application

7 daysRetake wait, under 18

$46Application fee

Tries3 per application. Fail the same test 3 times and you apply again and pay the fee again.
Under 18Wait 7 days after a fail before you retake, not counting the day you failed.
Fee$46. The application stays valid for 12 months.
Test hoursDMV offices don't give knowledge tests after 4:30 p.m.

Checked against the California DMV website on October 19, 2026: the California Driver Handbook, Section 3, The testing process, and the DMV's Driver's Licenses, Licensing Fees and Instruction and Learner's Permits pages.

20 questions, every answer explained. Once you've saved your debrief, it's weighted to what caught you out.

Question 1 of 20Misses left: 4

Right of way

You're driving up a steep, narrow mountain road. A car is coming down, and there's no room for both of you. Who has the right of way?