Basic Road Test

An appointment is needed to take a road test. You may schedule your road test online at this link. You may also schedule an appointment at a driver testing center. A Safety Specialist (Examiner) will accompany you while driving in an off-road testing area or on a public road course. The test will take approximately 10 to 15 minutes. Backup cameras and parking sensors that have been installed on a motor vehicle are permitted to be used during a road test.

What to bring to a road test

• The same identification (6 Points of ID) you used to obtain a permit. Read more about the 6 Points of ID.
• A valid examination permit.
• An accompanying New Jersey licensed driver who is at least age 21 and has had their New Jersey driver’s license for at least three years.
• License plate decals. Red, reflective decals must be affixed to plates on a vehicle used for the road test of drivers under age 21. Decals are to be purchased at the time of the learners/examination permit or probationary license issuance. If decals were not purchased at that time, please visit any MVC agency and pay the required fee of $4.00 for a new set.
• A registered vehicle with a current inspection sticker and an insurance card. The vehicle must allow the Safety Specialist access to the emergency brake from the passenger seat. The Safety Specialist must be able to reach either the foot brake or parking brake. You cannot take your road test if your vehicle does not qualify (see below).
• Rental cars are acceptable only if the driver taking the test is included on the rental contract as an additional driver and is of contract age.
• The rental of a driving school auto is permitted.

* The road test for an agricultural license MUST be taken in a vehicle with Farmer Plates only. Farm use plates are not permitted for road test purposes.