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Where can I take a Tennessee CDL knowledge test?


CDL knowledge tests can be taken at Tennessee Full-Service Driver Service Centers.

How can I schedule a Tennessee CDL skills test?
Tennessee CDL skills tests can be scheduled for any of the Commercial Driver License Road Skills Test locations across the state by calling 615-251-5217 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CST Monday through Friday.

Is a temporary Tennessee CDL authorized?
No. The Temporary Driver License is not available to cover any type of commercial motor vehicle.

What documents do I need to bring when I apply for a Tennessee CDL?

Please bring the following documents with you when applying for a Tennessee CDL license.
  • Valid DOT Medical Card - PLEASE NOTE: Employees of a government entity must have a current, valid D.O.T. medical card if making application for a CDL with a HazMat (H), Passenger (P) or School Bus (S) endorsement.
  • Proof of your Social Security Number
  • Tennessee driver's license or ID, or a valid driver license or CDL from another state.
  • Proof of Domicile in Tennessee - Applicants for a CDL or permit will be required to present two proofs of domicile
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Resident Status

Tennessee CDL Written Knowledge Tests

You will need to pass the Tennessee Knowledge Tests that are required for the class of license, restriction, and endorsements you wish to possess. A general knowledge test for the Class A or Class B and C license must be successfully completed by all CDL applicants. The information needed to pass these tests is contained in the FREE Tennessee CDL Handbook. Please read and study this manual carefully.
  • Class A - 70 Questions (50 GK + 20 Combination Vehicles) - Skills test required.
  • Class B - 50 Questions - Skills test required.
  • Class C - 50 Questions - Skills test required for bus, school bus and air brakes vehicles..
  • Passenger Endorsement - 20 questions - Skills test required in bus.
  • School Bus Endorsement - 25 questions - Skills test required in school bus.
  • Doubles/Triples Endorsement - 20 questions - No additional skills tests.
  • Tank Vehicle Endorsement - 20 questions - No additional skills tests.
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement - 30 questions - No additional skills tests.
  • Air Brake Restriction Removal - 25 questions - Additional skills test in vehicle with Air Brakes.

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Not sure which TN CDL Tests you need to pass? Use this tool to determine what Class of CDL and which CDL Endorsements you require.

Classes of Tennessee CDL and Required Tests

CDL Class Tests Required Possible Endorsements and Required Tests
Class A
(Combination
vehicle endorsement required)

General Knowledge Written Exam

Combination Endorsement Written Exam

Road Exam

H - Hazardous Materials Written Exam
N - Tank Vehicles Written Exam
P - Passenger Transport Written and Road Exam
T - Doubles/Triples Written Exam
X - HazMat and Tank Vehicles Written Exam
L - Air Brakes Written and Road Exam
S - School Bus Written and Road Exam
Class B

General Knowledge Written Exam

Road Exam

H - Hazardous Materials Written Exam
N - Tank Vehicles Written Exam
P - Passenger Transport Written and Road Exam
X - HazMat and Tank Vehicles Written Exam
L - Air Brakes Written and Road Exam
S - School Bus Written and Road Exam
Class C

General Knowledge Written Exam

Road Exam

Note: If upgrading to a Class C from a Class D, no road test is required UNLESS the endorsement requires one.
H - Hazardous Materials Written Exam
N - Tank Vehicles Written Exam
P - Passenger Transport Written and Road Exam
X - HazMat and Tank Vehicles Written Exam
L - Air Brakes Written and Road Exam
S - School Bus Written and Road Exam

Tennessee CDL Endorsements

Exam Time Allowed (Minutes) # of Questions on Exam # of Correct Answers Needed to Pass
General Knowledge 60 50 40
Air Brakes 25 25 20
HazMat 30 30 24
Tank 20 20 16
Passenger 20 20 16
Doubles/Triples 20 20 16
Combination Vehicles 20 20 16
School Bus 20 20 16

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Click on the items above to find answers to your Tennessee CDL questions

  • What is a Commercial Drivers License (CDL)?
  • How to get a Tennessee CDL (Commercial Driver's License)
  • How old do you have to be to get a Tennessee CDL (Commercial Driver's License)
  • How to get a Tennessee CDL HazMat (Hazardous Materials Endorsement) Permit
  • What is the difference between Interstate and Intrastate?
  • How to get a free Tennessee CDL Study Guide
  • How to get a Tennessee School Bus CDL
  • How much does a Tennessee CDL cost?
  • Where is my nearest Tennessee DMV CDL office located?
  • Where can I find Tennessee CDL (commercial drivers license) forms?
  • What are the Tennessee CDL Medical Requirements?

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In addition to the Tennessee CDL (commercial driver's license) information found in our website covering the Tennessee CDL and in the free Tennessee CDL Handbook (which is quite boring and a bit confusing - and doesn't have a single multiple-choice question in it that is asked on the actual tests), the complete online Tennessee CDL Practice Test prep program will prepare you to easily pass your Tennessee CDL written exams to get your Tennessee CDL permit. The skills test modules are invaluable to give you a head start before doing your behind the wheel work, possibly saving you a lot of money. The Tennessee CDL test prep program includes the following features . . .
  • Covers ALL Eight Tennessee CDL written tests.
    • In separate study modules - you won't need all of them - don't waste time on what you don't require.
  • Covers ALL Three Tennessee CDL skills tests.
    • In separate study modules - you won't need all of them - don't waste time on what you don't require.
  • 670 practice Tennessee CDL test questions with actual answers.
  • Access to CDL videos covering written and skills tests.
  • CDL study guide in both text and audio - listen as you read along.
  • CDL study Quick Reviews.
  • Interactive online CDL Quizzes.
  • and much more!
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