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New Jersey · NJ
New Jersey CDL
Knowledge Test
Everything you need to pass the New Jersey CDL knowledge test. The same FMCSA-standardized questions used across all 50 states.
Total CDL fee
$295
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%.
✓
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 New Jersey
New Jersey CDL fees: approximately $295 total — one of the highest in the nation
The Port of New York/New Jersey is the largest port on the East Coast — massive CDL demand
New Jersey has some of the strictest CMV weight enforcement and bridge weight limits in the US
CDL holders must hold their CLP for at least 14 days before the CDL skills test
The NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway have specific truck restrictions on certain lanes
New Jersey's urban density creates high demand for last-mile delivery CDL drivers
Legal notice
This information is provided for educational purposes only. Requirements can change. Always verify with New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) for the most current information.
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