What is the Ontario G1 Test?

The G1 test is the written knowledge exam you must pass to get your G1 driver’s licence, which is the first step in Ontario’s graduated licensing system. This isn’t the road driving test — it’s only a written test that checks your understanding of traffic rules and signs.
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Once you pass the G1 test and vision test, you receive a G1 licence. This lets you practice driving under certain restrictions before you can take your G2 and later full G road tests.
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 Eligibility Requirements

To take the G1 test:

Be at least 16 years old.
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Provide valid original ID showing your legal name, date of birth, and signature.
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About the G1 Knowledge Test
Format & Content

40 multiple-choice questions total:

20 on road signs

20 on rules of the road

To pass you must correctly answer at least 16 out of 20 in each section (an 80% pass mark).
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 What it Tests

You’ll be tested on:

Ontario traffic laws and driving rules

Road signs and symbols

Safe driving practices

All questions are based on the Official Ontario Driver’s Handbook — so studying the handbook is key.
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Languages & Options

Offered in many languages.

You can request audio or verbal versions if needed.

The test isn’t strictly timed — you can take your time as long as the centre is open.
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Where & How It’s Taken

The test is done in person at a DriveTest centre (most accept walk-ins).
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Some ServiceOntario locations (like Bay & College in Toronto) offer it by appointment only.
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There is currently no official online option from home.
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Cost

The initial licence package fee includes your first G1 knowledge test and is usually around $159–$160 (covers a 5-year licence and your later G2 road test).
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If you fail and need to retake the knowledge test, a smaller fee (about $16) is charged for each re-attempt.
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After You Pass — What Comes Next

Once you pass:

You’ll get your G1 licence.

You must hold your G1 for at least 12 months before taking the G2 road test (or 8 months if you complete an approved driver education course).
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From there you work toward your full G licence with more practice and another road test.

During the G1 stage you also must follow certain driving restrictions, like:

Zero blood alcohol level

Driving only with an experienced fully licensed driver

No highways (unless accompanied by a certified instructor)
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