CDL Practice Tests — New Jersey
Free practice tests for the New Jersey CDL exam, written from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission handbook and federal standards.
Official handbook: New Jersey Motor Vehicle CommissionChoose a practice test
General Knowledge
50-question practice · 50-question mock exam · 80% to pass
New JerseyAir Brakes
25-question practice · 25-question mock exam · 80% to pass
New JerseyCombination Vehicles
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 80% to pass
New JerseyHazardous Materials
30-question practice · 30-question mock exam · 80% to pass
New JerseyTanker
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 80% to pass
New JerseyDoubles and Triples
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 80% to pass
New JerseyPassenger Transport
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 80% to pass
New JerseySchool Bus
20-question practice · 20-question mock exam · 80% to pass
Step-by-stepNew Jersey CDL Licensing Guide
How to get licensed in New Jersey, step by step.
About the New Jersey CDL exam
The New Jersey CDL exam is administered by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. Like every state, New Jersey adopts the federal standards as a baseline and adds state-specific requirements, fees, and procedures.
- Exam / licence fee: approximately $125 (multi-year license).
- Skills testing: New Jersey MVC CDL skills test sites (Edison, Eatontown, Toms River).
- New Jersey has three dedicated CDL testing sites and is among the states with the highest CDL fee in the country, reflecting a 4-year license term.
To get started, read the official New Jersey handbook (linked above), practice with the tests on this page until you consistently score above 80%, and then schedule your exam with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
What's in the New Jersey exam: Practice tests for the Commercial Driver's License written exam. Questions reflect the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Commercial Driver's License Manual that all states adopt as the basis for their CDL exams.
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Practice test FAQs
How do I get a CDL license in New Jersey?
In general you must meet the eligibility requirements, complete any required education or training, and pass the required knowledge test (and, where applicable, a skills test) administered through the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. The exact steps, fees, and documents are set by New Jersey and are covered in the guide above.
Is the CDL exam different in New Jersey?
The core knowledge tested is similar across states, but New Jersey sets its own specific rules, procedures, passing requirements, and any state-law content. That is why it is important to study materials specific to New Jersey, which our CDL practice tests are written to reflect.
Are these New Jersey practice tests free?
Yes. All of our New Jersey CDL practice questions are completely free, with no sign-up or payment required, and every question includes a full explanation. You can start practicing immediately on desktop or mobile.
How should I prepare for the CDL exam in New Jersey?
Study the official CDL materials from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission, focus on the most heavily tested topics, and take practice tests until you consistently score above the passing threshold. You can start with the New Jersey CDL practice tests for this state.
Where can I learn more about the CDL exam format and scoring?
Our CDL exam guide explains the test format, scoring, what is covered, and study strategies that apply in every state, including New Jersey.