New Drivers

New Tennessee drivers must take a vision, written and road test to obtain a driver license. Those under 18 years of age are required to have a valid Tennessee learners permit for at least six months. You are also required to bring proof of name and residency. A complete list of acceptable documents can be found in the $CSLINK or online at the Tennessee DMV website.

The Examinations (from the TN Driver’s Study Guide)

Vision, written and road test
Tests are given at all driver license stations and given by appointment.
During the winter, road tests are not given in the dark.
No test may be repeated the same day, you need to wait 7-days before retaking the test.
If you retake the test, all original documents are required.
There is a $2 fee each time you take the test

Tennessee Learner’s Permit

You can obtain a Class PD (learner’s permit) if you are 15 years or older and have passed your vision and written tests. You may operate a vehicle with a licensed driver who is 21 or older. To exchange your license for a Class D regular license when you are 18, you must take a road test and retake the vision test.