Nova Scotia Learner's Test: 2 Parts, 20 Questions Each, 16 to Pass
What is on the Nova Scotia learner's (Class 7) Knowledge Test, and how many questions must I get right?
The Nova Scotia Class 7 Knowledge Test has 2 parts: the Rules of the Road Test and the Road Sign Recognition Test. Each part has 20 multiple-choice questions, and you need at least 16 correct in each part to pass. You get 30 minutes for each part. You can take the test online on a computer with a web camera, or in person. The fee is CAD 15.03.
Where this information comes from
The test facts come from the Nova Scotia government page on the Class 7 Knowledge Test. The study material is the Nova Scotia Driver's Handbook from Service Nova Scotia and the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV). This guide is current as of 2026. Confirm the rules with the Nova Scotia Registry of Motor Vehicles (novascotia.ca) before you drive.
The two parts of the Nova Scotia Knowledge Test
| Part | What it tests | Questions | To pass | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rules of the Road Test | Traffic laws and rules for safe driving | 20 multiple choice | At least 16 correct | 30 minutes |
| Road Sign Recognition Test | Recognizing and understanding the meaning of highway road signs | 20 multiple choice | At least 16 correct | 30 minutes |
What happens if you do not pass a part
How to take the Class 7 Knowledge Test online
- 1Study the Driver's Handbook
Read the handbook first. It is the study guide that the RMV names for the test.
- 2Get your equipment ready
You need an email address, because your results are sent there. You also need a desktop computer or laptop with a web camera. The camera takes photos of you throughout the test.
- 3Fill in the form and pay
Complete the Application Information Form online and pay the CAD 15.03 fee by credit card. You get a payment confirmation by email.
- 4Try the sample test
Before you start, you can take a sample test to get used to the online system.
- 5Take the test now or later
After payment you can start right away. You can also start later by signing in with the access code in your confirmation email.
- 6Finish the licence steps after you pass
A pass does not give you the licence, and you cannot drive yet. Visit the RMV or Access Nova Scotia to finish the licence steps.
Online, in person or in another language: what fits you
How to study for the Nova Scotia learner's test
Study the Driver's Handbook, because the RMV names it as the study guide for the test. Read the traffic rules and the road sign pages, then test yourself on each topic. Try the free practice question on the two areas of the learner's test, and one on what a red circle with a slash means. The practice questions on this site are in English only. They are not real test questions, and they do not follow the 2 parts of 20 questions. To plan your visit to the RMV, see what to bring for a learner's licence.
Key takeaways
- The Nova Scotia Class 7 Knowledge Test has 2 parts of 20 multiple-choice questions each: the Rules of the Road Test and the Road Sign Recognition Test.
- You need at least 16 correct in each part, and you get 30 minutes for each part.
- If you fail a part, you retake only that part. Online you can retake right away. In person you wait until the next day.
- You can take the test online in English or French on a desktop computer or laptop with a web camera, or in person.
- Next step: practise on the free Nova Scotia Class 7 practice test.
Nova Scotia learner's test: common questions
Can I take the Nova Scotia learner's test on my phone?
No. The online test works only on a desktop computer or laptop. You cannot use a phone, a tablet or another device. The computer also needs a connected web camera, and it takes photos of you during the test. If you cannot take the test online, you can take it in person.
Can I use notes or get help during the Nova Scotia learner's test?
No. You must take the test on your own, with no help from other people and no resource materials. If you take the test online, the web camera takes photos of you throughout the test. Study the Driver's Handbook before you start.
How soon do I get my Nova Scotia learner's test results?
You should get your results right away. If you take the test online and the test is flagged for review, your results should take 1 week. The results are sent to the email address you gave for the online test.
Can I drive after I pass the Nova Scotia learner's test?
No, not right away. A pass does not give you the Class 7 learner's licence. If you took the test online, visit the RMV or Access Nova Scotia to pass a vision test, show ID with your legal name and date of birth, and give parent or guardian consent if you are 16 or 17. Then you pay the licence fee and have your photo taken. If you took the test in person, you did the vision test, ID and consent before the test, so after you pass you pay the licence fee and have your photo taken.
Is the Nova Scotia learner's test available in French?
Yes, the online test is available in English and French. For another language, contact the RMV to arrange a test with an interpreter. Our free practice test is in English only.
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