New Jersey Learner's Permit Information, DMV Study Guide

First Time Drivers

Depending on your age, there are different programs for you to follow to obtain your New Jersey license. All three involve some form of a NJ learner’s permit.

Age 16 And Up

The three phases required for those 16 and up are:

• Get a student learner’s permit, which requires passing your written test (hint – use the $CSLINK to do it in 10 minutes).
• Provisional license (one year supervised driving)
• Basic driver’s license (once you are 18)

The complete program can be found here: http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/EarlyBird.htm.

17 And Older

The three phases required for those 17 and up are:

• Get a student learner’s permit, which requires passing your written test (hint – use the $CSLINK to do it in 10 minutes).
• Provisional license (one year supervised driving)
• Basic driver’s license (once you are 18)

The complete program can be found here: http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/YoungAdult.htm

21 or Older

If you are 21 or older, you can get your license by passing three phases:

• Pass your written test (p.s. use the $CSLINK), vision test, pay the fee and bring the docs you need.
• Practice driving for three months
• Get a provisional license to drive supervised
• Practice driving for a year and then you get your license