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CDL Practice Tests — Texas

Free practice tests for the Texas CDL exam, written from the Texas Department of Public Safety handbook and federal standards.

Official handbook: Texas Department of Public Safety

About the Texas CDL exam

The Texas CDL exam is administered by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Like every state, Texas adopts the federal standards as a baseline and adds state-specific requirements, fees, and procedures.

  • Exam / licence fee: approximately $91 for 6 years.
  • Skills testing: Texas DPS driver's license offices or third-party CDL skills test sites.
  • Texas has the largest CDL license holder population of any US state and offers the most extensive network of authorized third-party testing sites.

To get started, read the official Texas handbook (linked above), practice with the tests on this page until you consistently score above 80%, and then schedule your exam with the Texas Department of Public Safety.

What's in the Texas 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.

Practice test FAQs

How do I get a CDL license in Texas?

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 Texas Department of Public Safety. The exact steps, fees, and documents are set by Texas and are covered in the guide above.

Is the CDL exam different in Texas?

The core knowledge tested is similar across states, but Texas sets its own specific rules, procedures, passing requirements, and any state-law content. That is why it is important to study materials specific to Texas, which our CDL practice tests are written to reflect.

Are these Texas practice tests free?

Yes. All of our Texas 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 Texas?

Study the official CDL materials from the Texas Department of Public Safety, focus on the most heavily tested topics, and take practice tests until you consistently score above the passing threshold. You can start with the Texas 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 Texas.