Tamil Nadu LLR Test 2026: Free Mock Test, Pass Marks and RTO Guide

Preparing for the learner licence test in Tamil Nadu? Practise the same type of questions the RTO computer test asks, for free, in English or Hindi, with an explanation for every answer. The test in Tamil Nadu is conducted by the Tamil Nadu Transport Department through the national Sarathi Parivahan portal.

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LLR test format in Tamil Nadu

Questions: 15 multiple-choice questions on traffic rules, road signs and safe driving.
Time: about 30 seconds per question; you cannot go back to an earlier question.
Pass marks: 9 correct out of 15 (60%).
Language: usually English, Hindi and Tamil; the choice is shown on Sarathi before the test.
Where: online from home with Aadhaar e-KYC in many states, or on a computer at your Tamil Nadu RTO.

The exact question bank is maintained by the state, so a few questions may differ from the ones here. Learn the rule behind each answer and you will handle the Tamil Nadu paper comfortably.

Fees and documents in Tamil Nadu

Fees: ₹150 learner licence fee + ₹50 test fee (central rates under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules; a state service charge may be added).
Documents: proof of age, proof of address in Tamil Nadu, passport-size photo and signature, and the self-declaration of fitness (Form 1). A medical certificate (Form 1A) is needed for transport vehicles and older applicants.
Minimum age: 16 for a gearless two-wheeler up to 50 cc (with guardian consent), 18 for a geared motorcycle or car, 20 for a transport vehicle.

How to apply for a learner licence in Tamil Nadu

Go to sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select Tamil Nadu.
Choose Apply for Learner Licence, fill in your details and the vehicle class (MCWOG, MCWG or LMV).
Upload your documents, pay the fee online and book a test slot (or take the online test straight away if your RTO allows it).
Pass the test and download your learner licence from Sarathi. It is valid for 6 months; apply for the driving test after 30 days.

Full walkthrough with screenshots-level detail: how to apply for a learner licence online.

Good to know about Tamil Nadu

Vehicles registered in Tamil Nadu carry number plates starting with TN, followed by the RTO code of the district (for example TN 01). The state capital is Chennai. Rules of the road are the same across India because they come from the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and the Motor Vehicles (Driving) Regulations 2017, which is what this site teaches.

Frequently asked questions

How many questions are in the Tamil Nadu LLR test?

The learner licence computer test used across India, including Tamil Nadu, normally has 15 multiple-choice questions with about 30 seconds each, and you need 9 correct answers to pass. Sarathi shows the exact number before your test starts.

Can I take the Tamil Nadu learner licence test online from home?

Many states allow the LL test online through the Sarathi Parivahan portal when you apply with Aadhaar authentication; otherwise you take it on a computer at the RTO. Select Tamil Nadu on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in to see which option your RTO offers.

In which language can I take the LLR test in Tamil Nadu?

On Sarathi the test is usually offered in English, Hindi and Tamil. You can practise here in English and Hindi, and every answer comes with an explanation.

What is the fee for a learner licence in Tamil Nadu?

The central fee is ₹150 for the learner licence application plus ₹50 for the test, paid online on Sarathi. Some states add a small service charge, so check the amount shown at payment.

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