North Dakota Knowledge Test Locations: Driver License Sites and Online Class D Option

North Dakota offers in-person knowledge testing through its Driver License Site network and an online Class D knowledge test through KnowTo Drive. The eight major sites often referenced for road tests or automated audio/ASL services are not the full list of ordinary knowledge-test locations.

Study the 2026 ND Driver License Manual PDF to prepare for either testing method.

Where Are the North Dakota Permit Knowledge Test Sites?

In-person knowledge testing is available through North Dakota Driver License Sites. NDDOT operates both full-time and limited-day locations, so use the current official site list instead of treating eight hubs as the complete statewide network.

• Find a site: Use NDDOT's current Driver License Site list and choose a location that offers the service you need.
• Appointment rule: Driver License Site business is by appointment only; no walk-ins.
• Location-specific hours: Check the selected site's operating days and knowledge-test cutoff time before booking.

The eight-site list is relevant to certain road-test and automated ASL/audio services, not as a statewide cap on ordinary knowledge-test locations.

Taking the North Dakota Knowledge Test Online

KnowTo Drive currently offers the Class D knowledge test online. Do not state that Class M testing is available online unless NDDOT or KnowTo Drive adds it to the current North Dakota offering.

• Online test: Class D only under the current published North Dakota KnowTo Drive information.
• Device: Use a compatible computer and follow the current camera, browser, and testing-environment requirements.
• After passing: An in-person Driver License Site visit is still required to complete permit issuance steps.

Taking the North Dakota Online Permit Test on a Phone or Tablet

No. KnowTo Drive currently requires a desktop or laptop connected to the internet with access to a keyboard, mouse, and webcam.

Does the North Dakota Online Permit Test Require a Webcam?

Yes. KnowTo Drive uses the webcam to monitor the test taker and testing environment during the online exam.

What to Expect If KnowTo Drive Cannot Verify Your Identity

You can try submitting the registration information correctly again. If identity verification still fails, KnowTo Drive says you cannot take the test online and may take it in person at a North Dakota Driver License Site.

Does a Parent Need to Be Present When a Minor Takes the North Dakota Online Permit Test?

Applicants under 18 must have a parent or guardian register with them, and that adult handles the identity-verification questions. The published FAQ does not say the parent must sit beside the applicant for the entire test.

Do You Still Have to Visit NDDOT After Passing the North Dakota Permit Test Online?

Yes. Passing KnowTo Drive completes the online knowledge-test step, but you still need an in-person Driver License Site visit to complete permit issuance.

Can you take the North Dakota motorcycle knowledge test through KnowTo Drive? No. The current North Dakota online offering lists the Class D Knowledge Test only.

Is the North Dakota Permit Test Taken on a Computer?

North Dakota knowledge testing uses computer-based interfaces for the standard in-person and online options.

• In person: Testing is completed on NDDOT equipment at the Driver License Site.
• Online: KnowTo Drive runs on the applicant's compatible computer.
• Accessibility: Audio, ASL, paper, or other accommodation questions should be handled through the current NDDOT accessibility process rather than described as a walk-in option.

What Location Mistakes Can Delay Your North Dakota Permit Test?

Most location problems come from choosing the wrong office, arriving without the required appointment, or assuming every site offers the same accessibility setup.

• Wrong office: Confirm that you selected an NDDOT Driver License Site, not a vehicle-registration office.
• No appointment: Driver License Site business is appointment-only; book before traveling.
• Accommodation needs: Confirm the testing format and location in advance if you need audio, ASL, or another accommodation.

Avoiding Delays at North Dakota NDDOT Testing Sites

For location planning, confirm the current site, appointment, operating hours, and testing cutoff before you travel. For an online test, run the device and camera checks before starting.

Application documents, permit fees, practice-test strategy, and post-permit restrictions are covered on their dedicated pages.