Texas Car / Permit practice question · Penalties & Licensing
What is the minimum age to apply for a learner license under the Texas Graduated Driver License program?
Answer choices
- 14
- 15— Correct answer
- 16
- 18
Why this is the answer
For a Texas learner license, you must be at least 15 and under the cutoff of 18. You also have to finish the classroom portion of driver education, pass a vision exam and pass a knowledge exam. The fee table puts the minimum age at 15 with driver education, so 14 is too young, while 16 and 18 are not the starting ages.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook — Graduated Driver License
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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