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Maryland · MD
Maryland CDL
Knowledge Test
Everything you need to pass the Maryland CDL knowledge test. The same FMCSA-standardized questions used across all 50 states.
Total CDL fee
$80
CLP wait
14 days
Min age
18+
To pass
80%
CDL Test Sections
The CDL knowledge test is administered by section. Passing score for all sections is 80%.
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General KnowledgeREQUIRED
50 questions · Pass with 40+
A
Air Brakes
25 questions · Pass with 20+
C
Combination Vehicles
20 questions · Pass with 16+
H
Hazardous Materials (HazMat)
30 questions · Pass with 24+
D
Doubles & Triples
20 questions · Pass with 16+
T
Tanker Vehicles
20 questions · Pass with 16+
P
Passenger Transport
20 questions · Pass with 16+
S
School Bus
20 questions · Pass with 16+
What to Know About CDL in Maryland
Maryland CDL fees: approximately $80 total (CLP $30 + CDL $50)
Port of Baltimore is one of the top 10 busiest US ports — strong demand for CDL drivers
Maryland requires medical certification to be electronically submitted to MVA
Maryland has strict weight limits on many state and county bridges
CDL holders must hold their CLP for at least 14 days before the CDL skills test
I-95, I-83, and I-270 make Maryland a critical freight corridor for the mid-Atlantic
Legal notice
This information is provided for educational purposes only. Requirements can change. Always verify with Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) for the most current information.
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