There are THREE types (classifications) of Mississippi CDL (Commercial Drivers License)
If you possess a Class B CDL, you may also drive Class C vehicles if you have the appropriate endorsements (but not Class A).
See detailed differences between the
Mississippi CDL Classification Codes.
Mississippi Class B CDL (Commercial Drivers License) Requirements
Any single vehicle which has a gross vehicle weight rating or gross vehicle
weight of 11,794 or more kilograms (26,001 pounds or more), or any such vehicle
towing a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating or gross vehicle weight
that does not exceed 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds).
How to get a Mississippi Class B CDL (Commercial Drivers License)
- Provide documentation and pay fees
- Provide Medical Certificate
- Pass applicable written test(s) to obtain a Mississippi CDL B permit (General
Knowledge and Air Brakes*) *Air Brakes Test not needed if you will NEVER
drive a vehicle with air brakes.
- Pass additional "endorsement" written tests (if necessary) based upon the type of "loads" you will carry.
- Pass skills tests in a "representative" type vehicle
For more detailed information, go to
how to get your Mississippi CDL.
If you need help . . .
determining what Class of CDL you need based upon the type
of vehicle you will drive (A, B or C) or are not sure which CDL
Endorsements you need based upon the type of loads you will carry; use the
free CDL Selector Tool . . .
Mississippi
Go to CDL Selector Tool
Not sure which MS CDL Tests you need to pass? Use this tool to determine what Class of CDL and which CDL Endorsements you require.
Mississippi Class B Exam Requirements
To operate straight trucks and buses 26,001 lbs or more, then a Mississippi Class B
license is needed. The following tests are required:
- General Knowledge test
- Air Brakes (if applicable)
- Pre-Trip
- Basic Skills
- CDL Road Test
- Applicable exams for desired endorsements
You can normally take the required Mississippi CDL written tests and obtain your
your Mississippi CDL permit without having to make an appointment. You will need
to make an appointment to take the Mississippi CDL Skills Tests. Check your specific
Mississippi CDL Information for details.
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