Wondering which type of questions are asked in the learning license test? Here is the short answer. Most questions are traffic sign MCQs: you see a picture of a sign and choose its meaning. Some tests also add simple traffic rule questions, like what a red light means or who has the right of way.
This guide gives you the most common learning license test and driving license test questions and answers in Pakistan in very easy words. It covers the Punjab, Karachi and Sindh tests, bike questions, Urdu questions, and how to pass on your first try.
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Quick facts
- A learner’s permit is a practice license. You must drive with a licensed person beside you.
- It is usually valid for six months.
- You can usually book the full driving test 42 days after the permit is issued.
- Pass marks and question counts change by city, so confirm at your local office.
1. Which Type of Questions Are Asked in the Learning License Test?
What questions are on the learner’s test?
There are three kinds:
- Traffic sign questions. This is the biggest part. Example: “What does this round red sign mean?”
- Traffic rule questions. Example: “What should you do at a red light?”
- Safe driving questions. Example: “When should you not use the horn?”
Are the questions hard?
No. They are multiple choice (MCQs) with 3 or 4 options. You only need to pick the right one.
How many questions come in the test?
It depends on the authority, and sources do not fully agree:
- Punjab e-sign test: about 10 computer questions. Many sources say 5 correct answers are needed to pass.
- Motorway Police (NHMP) self-test: 20 questions in two parts, signs and traffic rules. The listed passing mark is 9 in each part.
- Other guide sites: 10 to 20 questions, with 60% to 80% to pass.
Always confirm the current numbers at your licensing office.
Are there questions about motorways?
Yes. Motorway signs are often studied separately because they are easy to forget. If you plan to drive on motorways, read our Islamabad M-Tag (E-Tag) guide so you know the rules before you go.
Do I need to pass a test for the learner permit itself?
Sources disagree. In many offices the permit is issued quickly with your CNIC and fee. The sign and written test is definitely required before your permanent license. Ask the counter at your center.
2. Traffic Sign Test Questions (With Answers)
The traffic sign test is the heart of the exam. Learn the three families first.
| Type | Shape | Meaning | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandatory (order) | Round | You must obey | Stop, No Entry, No Overtaking |
| Warning | Triangle | Danger ahead | Sharp turn, School ahead, Slippery road |
| Informatory | Rectangle | Information | Parking, Hospital, Petrol pump |
Traffic sign test questions
Q1. A red circle with a white bar across it means? a) Parking b) No Entry c) Hospital
Q2. A triangle with a car sliding means? a) Slippery road b) Bridge c) Parking
Q3. A triangle with two children walking means? a) Zoo b) School ahead c) Playground only
Q4. A round sign with a bicycle crossed out means? a) Cycle track b) Cycles prohibited c) Repair shop
Q5. A blue rectangle with a white “P” means? a) Police b) Parking c) Pedestrians
Q6. A white zig-zag line near a crossing means? a) No parking or overtaking near the crossing b) Fast lane c) Bus stop
Q7. A solid line in the middle of the road means? a) Overtake freely b) Do not cross or overtake c) Parking allowed
Q8. A red octagon (eight sides) means? a) Slow down b) Stop completely c) Give way only
Easy memory tricks
- Round = a rule.
- Triangle = be careful.
- Rectangle = information.
- Red = stop or forbidden.
- Blue = instruction or information.
3. Punjab Driving License Test Questions and Answers
In Punjab, the test is mostly computerized. You sit at a screen, see a sign, and choose its meaning.
Punjab test at a glance
- Format: computer or touchscreen MCQs, mainly on signs.
- Authority: Punjab Traffic Police, with licensing records on the DLIMS system.
- Language: Urdu and English options exist. Learn both names.
- Pass mark: reported between 50% and 60%. Confirm at your center.
Sample Punjab questions
Q9. Which sign tells you overtaking is not allowed? The round sign with two cars side by side, one in red.
Q10. What should you do when the signal turns amber (yellow)? Get ready to stop. Do not speed up to beat the red.
Q11. Where do pedestrians have first priority? At zebra crossings.
Q12. Which side of the road do we drive on in Pakistan? The left side.
Documents for a learner permit
Bring your original CNIC and the permit fee. The Lahore Traffic Police FAQ lists Rs. 60 per category. If you are over 50 or have a disability, bring a medical certificate. Fees and rules can change, so ask the office.
Already have an Islamabad license and need to renew it? See our Islamabad driving license renewal guide.
4. Karachi and Sindh: Driving License Test Questions and Question Paper
People search for driving license test questions Karachi and driving license Sindh test question paper. The idea is the same everywhere: mostly sign recognition plus basic rules.
What to expect in Karachi and Sindh
- Sign pictures with MCQ options.
- Short questions on traffic rules and road safety.
- A practical test after the learner period.
Sample Karachi and Sindh style questions
Q13. What does a red traffic light mean? Stop behind the line and wait.
Q14. When should you NOT use your horn? Near hospitals, schools and in silence zones.
Q15. What does a “No Parking” sign mean? You may not leave your vehicle there.
Q16. Can you use your mobile phone while driving? No. It is dangerous and can get you fined.
These are practice questions based on the same topics, not an official question paper.
5. Driving License Test MCQs (Pakistan): 30 Practice Questions
Use these as your driving test MCQs practice set. Answers are in bold.
Q17. Pakistan drives on which side? a) Left b) Right c) Any
Q18. A learner must show which sign on the vehicle? a) Red “L” on white b) Green “N” c) Yellow “S”
Q19. Amber light means? a) Go fast b) Get ready to stop c) Park
Q20. Green light means? a) Go if the road is clear b) Stop c) Reverse
Q21. Seat belts are for? a) Only the driver b) Everyone in the car, where fitted c) Nobody
Q22. Overtaking is normally done from? a) Left b) Right c) Anywhere
Q23. You must NOT overtake near? a) A bend, bridge or crossing b) A straight empty road c) A petrol pump only
Q24. A zebra crossing is for? a) Cars b) Pedestrians c) Parking
Q25. If an ambulance with a siren comes behind you, you should? a) Race it b) Give way safely c) Stop in the middle
Q26. Which is NOT allowed while driving? a) Looking at mirrors b) Using a handheld phone c) Using indicators
Q27. Why use an indicator? a) For fun b) To tell others you will turn or change lane c) To sound the horn
Q28. Headlights at night should be? a) Off b) On c) Only on the left
Q29. Drunk driving is? a) Fine b) Illegal and dangerous c) Allowed on motorways
Q30. On a wet road you should? a) Speed up b) Slow down and keep distance c) Brake hard
Q31. Following too closely is dangerous because? a) You cannot stop in time b) It saves fuel c) It is polite
Q32. A “Give Way” sign means? a) Let other traffic pass first b) Park c) Speed up
Q33. You must carry which documents? a) License, CNIC and vehicle papers b) None c) Only a bill
Q34. The motorway test also asks about? a) Lane discipline and motorway signs b) Only parking c) Only horns
Q35. A broken white line means? a) You may cross when safe b) Never cross c) Stop
Q36. A “U-turn prohibited” sign means? a) You cannot turn back here b) You must U-turn c) Parking
Q37. When you see a school zone sign? a) Speed up b) Slow down and watch for children c) Honk loudly
Q38. A round “Speed Limit” sign shows? a) The maximum allowed speed b) The minimum speed c) The distance
Q39. A blue “Hospital” sign means? a) A hospital is near, keep quiet b) Parking c) Petrol
Q40. When parking on a slope, you should? a) Use the handbrake and turn the wheels safely b) Leave in neutral c) Park on a bend
Q41. Defensive driving means? a) Driving carefully and expecting mistakes by others b) Driving fast c) Driving with loud music
Q42. A stop line is? a) Where you must stop at a signal b) A parking line c) A speed line
Q43. Before changing lanes, you should? a) Check the mirror, signal, then move b) Move suddenly c) Honk
Q44. A slippery road warning means? a) Slow down and brake gently b) Speed up c) Stop on the road
Q45. A “Narrow Bridge” sign means? a) The road narrows, give way if needed b) Wide road c) Parking
Q46. Which light means you must stop first? a) Red b) Green c) Blue
Download the free Driving Test MCQs PDF (add your PDF file link here).
6. Bike (Motorcycle) Driving License Test Questions and Answers in Pakistan
Searching for bike driving license test questions and answers in Pakistan? The questions are similar to the car test, with extra rules for riders.
Q47. Is a helmet compulsory for a bike rider? Yes. It protects your head.
Q48. How many people may ride a standard motorcycle? The number the vehicle is designed for, normally two including the rider.
Q49. Are motorcycles allowed on motorways? No. Learn this for the Motorway Police test.
Q50. When should a bike rider use the horn? Only when needed, never in silence zones.
Q51. What should you check before riding? Brakes, tyres, lights, mirrors and fuel.
Q52. What is the safest lane position for a bike? Stay in your own lane. Do not weave between vehicles.
Q53. What does the “L” sign on a bike mean? The rider is a learner.
Q54. Can you ride without a license? No. You need at least a valid learner permit.
If you want to ride a scooty, our scooty riding course is built for daily city traffic. You can also read our scooty driving school guide.
7. Urdu Questions and Answers (اردو میں سوالات و جوابات)
This section is for driving licence test questions and answers in Urdu PDF.
سوال: ٹریفک لائٹ سرخ ہو تو کیا کرنا چاہیے؟ جواب: رک جائیں اور سگنل سبز ہونے کا انتظار کریں۔
سوال: پیلی بتی کا کیا مطلب ہے؟ جواب: رکنے کے لیے تیار ہو جائیں۔
سوال: سبز بتی کا کیا مطلب ہے؟ جواب: راستہ صاف ہو تو آگے بڑھیں۔
سوال: لرنر کی گاڑی پر کون سا نشان لگانا ضروری ہے؟ جواب: سفید پس منظر پر سرخ “L”۔
سوال: پاکستان میں گاڑی سڑک کی کس طرف چلائی جاتی ہے؟ جواب: بائیں طرف۔
سوال: ہیلمٹ کس کے لیے ضروری ہے؟ جواب: موٹر سائیکل سوار کے لیے۔
سوال: زیبرا کراسنگ کس کے لیے ہے؟ جواب: پیدل چلنے والوں کے لیے۔
سوال: ہسپتال کے قریب ہارن بجانا چاہیے؟ جواب: نہیں، وہاں خاموشی ضروری ہے۔
Tip: learn the English names of signs too, because some tests mix both languages.
Download the free Urdu Driving Test Questions PDF (add your PDF file link here).
8. City Traffic Police, Motorway Police and Islamabad Traffic Police Tests
| Authority | What to expect |
|---|---|
| City Traffic Police driving license test | Sign MCQs on a computer, then the practical test on a cone track |
| Motorway Police (NHMP) driving license test | Two parts: signs and traffic rules. A higher pass mark is listed (9 of 10 per part). Includes motorway rules |
| Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) | Touchscreen sign test. The pass mark is reported differently by different sources, so confirm it at the center |
The practical test in short
You usually drive an L-shaped path around cones for a few minutes. If you touch a cone, a retest can be 42 days later.
Learning in the capital? Our driving school in Islamabad is at Markaz I-8. We also have branches in Abbottabad and Mansehra.
9. How to 100% Pass the Driving Test (Step by Step)
- Learn shapes and colors first. Round, triangle, rectangle.
- Study in both Urdu and English.
- Do daily MCQs. Even 30 questions a day helps.
- Learn motorway signs separately if you plan to take the NHMP test.
- Take mock tests two or three times before test day.
- Read the full question before you tap an answer.
- Stay calm. Many failures come from rushing.
- Practice the cone track with an experienced driver or a driving school.
A 10-day study plan
- Days 1 to 3: shapes, colors and mandatory signs.
- Days 4 to 6: warning and motorway signs.
- Days 7 to 9: full practice quizzes.
- Day 10: weak areas and one final mock test.
Common mistakes
- Mixing up similar signs.
- Studying only Urdu names.
- Forgetting motorway signs.
- Memorizing answer positions instead of meanings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the learning license test? It is the written or computer test on traffic signs and rules before you get a driving license.
Which questions come in the learning license test? Traffic sign MCQs and basic traffic rule questions.
How many questions are asked? Usually 10 to 20, depending on the authority.
What are the passing marks? Reported between 50% and 90% depending on the authority. Check locally.
Can I take the test in Urdu? Yes. Urdu and English are both common.
How long is a learner permit valid? Normally six months.
When can I take the full driving test? Normally 42 days after the learner permit’s issue date.
What documents do I need? Your original CNIC, the fee, and a medical certificate if you are over 50 or have a disability.
What if I fail? You can retake after a short wait. The wait differs by center.
Is there a bike driving license test? Yes. It uses similar questions, plus bike rules like helmets.
Do driving schools teach the signs? Our driving courses include theory classes on traffic signals and road signs.
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