Idaho Permit Test Locations: County Offices and Computer Format

The Idaho Class D knowledge test is taken in person at a county driver's-license office. Idaho's local DMV driver-services offices are operated by county sheriff and/or assessor offices.

Where to Take the Idaho Permit Test

Use ITD's county office finder to locate a driver's-license office that offers Class D knowledge testing. Office hours and appointment policies vary by county.

Can I take the Idaho knowledge test in any county?

Idaho says permits can be purchased at any county driver's-license office, and ITD directs applicants to county offices for knowledge testing. Check the office's local appointment and testing policy before traveling because service procedures vary by county.

Is the Idaho knowledge test the same at every DMV office?

County offices administer Idaho's Class D knowledge test under statewide testing rules. Local offices can differ in appointments, hours, and testing cutoffs, but they do not create their own county-specific Class D exam.

Are sheriff or assessor offices official Idaho knowledge-test locations?

They can be. Idaho county DMV offices are operated by the county sheriff and/or assessor, and some of those offices provide driver services and Class D knowledge testing. Use ITD's location finder to confirm the services at a specific office.

Knowledge Test vs. Skills Test Locations

Can I take the knowledge test at a third-party road-test examiner? No. Idaho's approved third-party examiners handle the skills/road test. The Class D knowledge test is taken at a county driver's-license office.

What to Bring

Use the dedicated Required Documents page for the full checklist. Key distinctions:

• Social Security number: Idaho verifies the SSN electronically; a physical Social Security card is not universally required.
• Residency: proof of Idaho residency is required. Two residency documents are used for Star Card eligibility, not as a universal rule for every standard credential.
• Driver training: mandatory for applicants under 17.
• Under 18: separate liability-signer and school-compliance requirements apply.

Taking the Test: Online Availability and Format

Can I take the Idaho permit test online? No. The official Class D knowledge test is taken in person at a county driver's-license office.

Is it computerized? Yes. The knowledge test is given on a computer/touchscreen system at the testing office. ITD also provides an official online practice test for preparation.

Testing-Office Checklist

Check your county office's hours and appointment policy before going. For the full 40-question format, 34/40 passing score, retake rules, and preparation resources, use the dedicated Permit Test Format, Passing Score, Failed Knowledge Test, and Practice Tests pages.