What do you need to do?
If you want to be Driver CPC qualified for either a truck or bus:
Both theory tests are 100 multiple choice questions - you must correctly answer at least 74 of them to pass.
If you want to be Driver CPC qualified for both a truck and bus:
This test is 140 multiple choice questions - you must correctly answer at least 104 to pass.
Where do you need to go?
The theory test can be taken at one of our 40+ theory test centre locations nationwide or alternatively customers can avail of the new online testing service.
New online testing option for professional drivers
The Driver Theory test Service (DTTS) have rolled out a new online testing service, ProProctor, to allow customers to sit a driver theory test from the comfort of their own home or other suitable environment. During the pilot phase online testing will be available initially on a limited basis, up to 4,000 tests a month and extra capacity will be added later in the year to allow more customers to sit their theory test online. This option gives you greater flexibility to choose where to test, when to test and how to test. Learn More here
Alternatively, you can sit your driver theory test at one of our 40+ theory test centre locations nationwide.
You can book your theory test at www.theorytest.ie
Your test result
When you finish your theory test you will get a score report. This will tell you whether you have passed or failed your test.
This information will be passed on by the Driver Theory Test Service to the RSA CPC Section.
If you have passed in a test centre, you will be given a Driver Theory Test Certificate
If you have passed your theory test online you will receive your theory certificate via email.
Your theory test certificate is valid for 2 years from the date you passed the test.
You can Apply Online for your Learner Permit on www.ndls.ie
All you need is your Public Services Card and your verified MyGovID account.
Alternatively, you can book an appointment to attend an NDLS centre and make your application for a learner permit in person.
If you fail your theory test
You’ll get a score report with feedback telling you why you’ve failed.
You can book another theory test straight away, but you can’t take it for another 3 clear working days.
Reschedule or cancel your test
If you need to reschedule or cancel your Driver theory test, you must do so 5 business days before your test date.
Revision Material
The Driver Theory test service provide a range of learning material in the form of
Books, CD- Rom, Online Learning Portal and App. Learn More here
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