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NJ / OFFICIAL RESOURCE GUIDE

The New Jersey
driver handbook.

Use the handbook as your source of truth. This page helps you find it, understand what to look for, and turn reading into focused practice.

Open the official handbook
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Your reading path.

  1. 01
    Road signs & signals

    Recognize the message before you reach the sign.

  2. 02
    Right of way

    Work through intersections, turns, and shared spaces.

  3. 03
    Safe driving

    Build space, awareness, and good decisions.

  4. 04
    Parking & stopping

    Know where and how to leave your vehicle safely.

  5. 05
    Rules of the road

    Understand lane choices, passing, and road markings.

STATE CHECKLIST

Before your appointment.

New Jersey’s first-license process uses a permit, knowledge and vision testing, supervised practice, a road test, and a probationary license.

For permits issued on or after February 1, 2025, drivers under 21 must certify 50 practice hours, including 10 in darkness, before a probationary license.

The MVC knowledge test page directs applicants to study the current New Jersey Driver Manual.

Permit eligibility, documents, fees, and appointment details can change. Confirm those details with New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission before you go.