Our South Dakota DMV practice tests are the best way to prepare for your 2026 SD instruction permit exam. These free practice tests include realistic South Dakota questions, instant explanations, and one-question-at-a-time practice to help you learn faster and pass the real South Dakota DPS written knowledge test with confidence.
To get your learner's permit or driver license in South Dakota, you must pass a written knowledge exam based on the South Dakota Driver License Manual. The test covers South Dakota traffic laws, right-of-way rules, speed limits, lane markings, safe driving, and South Dakota-specific rules.
Our South Dakota practice tests show one question at a time with instant answers and short explanations so you can learn faster and remember more.
Each full test includes 50 multiple-choice questions. You also have a 25-question Quick Test and four Mini Tests for short daily practice. Aim for 90% or higher scores on these practice tests before taking the real South Dakota DPS written exam.
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Fast 12-question drills to lock in key South Dakota rules.
These practice tests follow the South Dakota Driver License Manual so you can learn the exact rules that appear on the real South Dakota DPS written test.
Topics include: South Dakota speed limits, school zones, right-of-way, lane use and lane changes, stopping for school buses and crosswalks, DUI limits and penalties, cell phone and texting laws, and South Dakota road signs and signals.