Kentucky test format

Kentucky written permit-test format

Kentucky's current GDL guidance publishes an 80% minimum passing score for the written permit test. Testing is scheduled with Kentucky State Police.

  • 80%minimum passing score
  • Appointmentrequired
  • Next available daywritten retest after failure

Minimum passing score is 80%

Kentucky's current GDL page states that applicants must make at least 80% on the written test.

Schedule with Kentucky State Police

Written and vision tests are appointment-based under the state's first-license process.

Failed written test

Kentucky says you may return on the next available day to retake the written test.

Official sources

  1. Kentucky DRIVE — Graduated Driver Licensing Program
  2. Kentucky DRIVE — Over 21 First-Time Drivers
  3. Kentucky DRIVE — First Issuance
  4. Kentucky DRIVE — Find an Office
  5. Kentucky Driver Manual

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