Free Arkansas DMV Practice Test (2026)
Practice for the Arkansas permit test with a learning path built around the Arkansas State Police (driver testing) and Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services (license issuance) rules: a Arkansas-only module on the state's own laws and teen-license limits, core rules-of-the-road lessons, instant explanations and a timed exam simulation.
Arkansas permit test at a glance
You take the knowledge exam and a vision test at an Arkansas State Police testing site by booking a 'Driver's License/Motorcycle Instruction Permit Test' appointment online; an oral test appointment is available for applicants with learning differences. The study guide is published in English, Spanish and Vietnamese, but the State Police do not publish the number of questions, the passing score or a retake waiting period for the knowledge exam.
The Arkansas State Police (driver testing) and Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services (license issuance) does not publish the exact number of questions, so our timed simulation uses a standard 25-question format with the official passing score.
Tip: Start with module 1, “Arkansas laws & permit rules”. These 12 questions cover rules that are specific to Arkansas, the part of the test that general study guides usually miss.
Arkansas traffic laws you will be tested on
| Topic | Arkansas rule | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol limits | Driving with an alcohol concentration of 0.08% or more is DWI. If you are under 21, 0.02% or more is Underage Driving Under the Influence, which can mean losing your license until you turn 21 and a fine. | media.ark.org |
| Phones and texting | Texting while driving is illegal at every age. Drivers under 18 may not use a cell phone at all, even hands-free, except in an emergency; drivers 18 to 20 may use only a hands-free device, with handheld phones for emergencies only. | media.ark.org |
| Seat belts | Drivers and front-seat passengers must wear a seat belt, and police can stop you just for not buckling up (primary enforcement). The fine is up to $25 plus court costs. When the driver has a permit, learner's or intermediate license, every passenger must buckle up. | media.ark.org |
| Child passengers | A child under 6 who weighs less than 60 pounds must ride in a properly secured child safety seat, and all children under 15 must wear appropriate restraints. It is also illegal to smoke tobacco in a vehicle carrying a child under 14. | media.ark.org |
| Move Over Law | On a multilane highway, move to the lane farthest from a stopped law enforcement, ArDOT, utility or tow vehicle with its lights on; if that's unsafe or impossible, slow down as you pass. Violators face fines, possible jail time and a license suspension of up to 6 months. | media.ark.org |
| School buses | Stop for a school bus with flashing red lights no matter which direction you are coming from, and stay stopped until it finishes and moves on without its red lights. You don't have to stop only when the bus is on the other side of a median 20 feet or wider. Illegally passing brings a fine of $250 to $1,000 and up to 90 days in jail. | media.ark.org |
| Headlights and wipers | Arkansas law requires headlights whenever your windshield wipers are needed, from 30 minutes after sunset to 30 minutes before sunrise, and any time you can't see a person or object clearly within 500 feet. Dim your high beams within 500 feet of an oncoming vehicle; driving with only parking lights is illegal. | media.ark.org |
| Left lane is for passing | On a multilane highway you may not drive in the left lane except to pass, when the other lanes are closed or unsafe, or when preparing to exit on the left (A.C.A. 27-51-301). | media.ark.org |
Arkansas learner permit and teen license rules
- Instruction permit at 14 after passing the knowledge exam and vision test: drive only with a licensed driver 21 or older in the seat beside you. It is valid for 2 years from the passed exam and cannot be renewed or extended.
- Learner's license (ages 14-15) after passing the skills test: you must still drive with a licensed driver 21 or older, and all passengers must wear seat belts.
- Intermediate license (ages 16-17): you stay restricted to driving with a licensed driver 21+ until 6 months after your permit was issued, and you need no serious accident or serious traffic conviction in the previous 6 months.
- Intermediate license: no more than one unrelated minor passenger unless a licensed driver 21 or older is in the front seat.
- Intermediate license: no driving between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. unless you are with a licensed driver 21 or older, driving to or from a school activity, church activity or job, or driving because of an emergency.
- Drivers under 18 may not use a cell phone at all while driving (even hands-free) except in an emergency, and all passengers must wear seat belts.
- An unrestricted Class D license is available at 18.
How to get your Arkansas learner's permit
- Study the Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (Edition 10, October 2026).
- Book a 'Driver's License/Motorcycle Instruction Permit Test' appointment with the Arkansas State Police at telegov.egov.com/aspdlskills.
- Bring your original or certified U.S. birth certificate (no photocopies; U.S.-citizen minors can't use a passport as the primary document), a parent or legal guardian with a state driver license or ID or a notarized ASP-33 Financial Responsibility form, and your glasses or contacts.
- Pass the knowledge exam and the vision test (20/40 without correction for an unrestricted license, or 20/70 corrected) to get your instruction permit.
- Practice with a licensed driver 21 or older, then take the skills test bringing your permit, a licensed driver 21+, proof of insurance and current registration, in a clean vehicle with working lights, horn and speedometer.
- After passing, go to any Arkansas Revenue Office (DFA) to get your learner's, intermediate or Class D license.
Sample Arkansas-specific questions
Here are four of the 12 questions in our Arkansas module. Each one is based on the official Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (Volume 1, Edition 10, October 2026) or Arkansas law; open the answer to see the rule behind it.
1. What is the minimum age to get an instruction permit in Arkansas?
- 14
- 15
- 15 and a half
- 16
Show answer
Correct answer: 14. To apply for an Arkansas instruction permit, you must be at least 14 and pass the knowledge exam and vision test. Source: media.ark.org
2. How long is an Arkansas instruction permit valid?
- 1 year, renewable once
- 2 years, and it cannot be renewed
- 6 months
- 4 years
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Correct answer: 2 years, and it cannot be renewed. The permit is issued for two years from the date of the passed knowledge exam and cannot be renewed or extended. Source: media.ark.org
3. With an Arkansas intermediate license, you may not drive during which hours (unless an exception applies)?
- Midnight to 5 a.m.
- 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
- 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.
- 1 a.m. to 5 a.m.
Show answer
Correct answer: 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.. Intermediate drivers may not drive between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. unless with a licensed driver 21+, going to or from a school activity, church activity or job, or because of an emergency. Source: media.ark.org
4. What is the passenger limit for a driver with an Arkansas intermediate license?
- Two unrelated minor passengers
- Three passengers of any age
- No passengers at all, ever
- No more than one unrelated minor passenger, unless a licensed driver 21 or older is in the front seat
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Correct answer: No more than one unrelated minor passenger, unless a licensed driver 21 or older is in the front seat. An intermediate driver may carry no more than one unrelated minor passenger unless accompanied by a licensed driver 21 or older in the front seat. Source: media.ark.org
How this practice test works
- Learn the Arkansas rules first: module 1 covers the state's permit test, teen-license limits and traffic laws.
- Work through the core modules: signs, signals, right-of-way, speed, lanes, special situations, impairment and sharing the road.
- Practice 5 questions at a time: every answer shows an explanation, and missed questions come back until you get them right.
- Take the timed Arkansas exam simulation and review every mistake before your appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Who gives the test and who issues my license in Arkansas?
The Arkansas State Police give the knowledge, vision and skills tests. After you pass, you take your paperwork to an Arkansas Revenue Office run by the Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) to get the actual license.
How long is my Arkansas instruction permit good for?
Two years from the date you passed the knowledge exam, and it cannot be renewed or extended for any reason, including bad weather. If you don't pass the skills test and buy your license before it expires, you must retake every part of the exam.
I'm 17. Can I talk on the phone hands-free while driving?
No. Arkansas drivers under 18 may not use a cell phone at all while driving, even hands-free, except in an emergency. At 18 to 20 you may use a hands-free device, and texting is illegal at any age.
What happens if I make mistakes on the Arkansas skills test?
You may miss up to three vehicle controls before failing that part. On the road, two missed attempts in the same category fail the test (for example, a second rolling stop brings a two-week penalty before retesting), and an automatic failure brings a 30-day penalty.
Are these the real DMV test questions?
No. The Arkansas State Police (driver testing) and Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services (license issuance) does not publish its exam. Our Arkansas module is written from the official handbook and state law, and the core modules cover the rules of the road taught in every state handbook.
Is this practice test free?
Yes. Every lesson, practice round and exam simulation is free, with no sign-up.
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Official Arkansas sources
- Official Arkansas Driver License Study Guide (Volume 1, Edition 10, October 2026)
- Arkansas State Police (driver testing) and Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services (license issuance)
Every Arkansas fact and question on this page was checked in October 2026 against the official handbook, the Arkansas State Police (driver testing) and Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services (license issuance) website or Arkansas law. When an official source did not publish a detail (for example, the number of test questions), we say so instead of guessing. Rules change, so confirm with the Arkansas State Police (driver testing) and Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services (license issuance) before your test. PracticePermit.us is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with any government agency. How we write and check our questions.
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