What Is the DPS Permit Exam in Module 1
The DPS permit exam is the official Texas DPS Highway Sign and Traffic Law Examination — the same written knowledge test that all Texas license applicants are required to take. It is administered online at the end of Module 1 as part of the Driving Logic course. Passing it online means the teen does not have to take the written test again at the DPS office when applying for the Learner's Permit.
What the Exam Covers
The exam covers Texas traffic laws, road signs, and safe driving practices — the material covered in Module 1. It includes questions on:
Texas road signs and their meanings
Traffic laws and right-of-way rules
Speed limits and safe following distances
Alcohol and drug laws for minor drivers
Graduated Driver License (GDL) requirements
Exam Details
Detail | Value |
Number of questions | 30 multiple-choice |
Passing score | 70% — at least 21 of 30 correct |
Timed | No |
Retake cooldown | 24 hours between failed attempts |
Retake limit | Unlimited |
Cost to retake | No additional cost |
Attempts recorded on certificate | No |
Exam author | Texas Department of Public Safety |
Exam administrator | Driving Logic |
Who Writes the Exam
The 30-question exam is the official Texas DPS exam. Driving Logic administers it as a TDLR-approved provider but does not write the questions — the content, question count, and passing score are set by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
What Happens After Passing
Once the DPS exam is passed, the DE-964 6-Hour Permit Qualification Certificate is generated automatically and available for download immediately. It is also emailed to the enrollment address. This certificate is what the teen brings to the DPS to apply for the Learner's Permit — it proves the written exam was passed online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the teen fails the exam? The exam can be retaken after a 24-hour wait. There is no limit on the number of attempts and no additional cost. The 24-hour wait applies each time the exam is failed and submitted. The module quiz and all Module 1 content remain complete — only the exam needs to be retried.
Can the teen study for the exam using the course material? Yes. All material on the exam comes from Texas traffic laws covered in Module 1. Reviewing the module content before taking the exam is recommended.
Is the exam timed? No. The teen can take as much time as needed to complete the exam.
Do failed exam attempts affect the certificate? No. The number of attempts is not recorded on the DE-964 certificate.
What if the teen passes the module quiz but is not ready for the DPS exam? The teen can review Module 1 content before starting the DPS exam. The exam does not have to be taken immediately after the module quiz is passed — the teen can log back in and take the exam when ready.