Quick Answer
The 2026 Ontario G1 written test has 40 multiple-choice questions in two sections — 20 road-sign questions and 20 rules-of-the-road questions — and the pass mark is 80% on EACH section (16/20 in both) (Ontario MTO, 2025). You must also pass an eye test and complete a 5-question oral rules interview with the DriveTest examiner on the same visit. This free G1 practice test covers 25 sample questions, the 2026 fees, the G1→G2→G licence ladder, and MTO-sourced study material.
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What is the Ontario G1 test in 2026?
The G1 is the first level of Ontario's graduated driver licensing system; you can take the G1 knowledge test at 16 years old with parental consent (or 18 alone) (Ontario MTO, 2025). The G1 is a Class G1 licence that lets you drive with a fully licensed driver in the front seat, on highways only with a licensed instructor or experienced driver, and only in dry conditions between midnight and 5 a.m. after holding the G1 for at least 8 months (or 12 months without an approved driver-education course).
| Section | Questions | Pass mark | Time | Where it draws from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road signs | 20 | 16/20 (80%) | Combined with rules | MTO signs chapter |
| Rules of the road | 20 | 16/20 (80%) | Combined with signs | MTO rules chapters |
| Eye test | 1 (machine) | Pass = both eyes read 6/9 or better | 5 minutes | Snellen chart |
| Oral rules interview | 5 questions | Pass = 5/5 (administered by examiner) | 5 minutes | MTO rules |
You must score at least 80% in EACH section, not 80% overall (Ontario MTO, 2025). A 16/20 on signs but 15/20 on rules means a fail even though your combined score is 31/40 = 77.5%.
The G1 → G2 → G licence ladder in 2026
| Level | Min. holding period | Conditions | Next test |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1 (learner) | 12 months (or 8 months with MTO-approved driver-education course) | Accompanied driver ≥ 4 years licensed; zero alcohol; no night driving (midnight–5 a.m.) for first 6 months; no expressway driving alone | G2 road test |
| G2 (intermediate) | 12 months | Drive alone; zero alcohol; passengers limited to one under-21 family member for first 6 months; otherwise unrestricted | G road test |
| G (full licence) | n/a | Full Class G privileges | Renewal every 5 years |
The G2 road test was changed on April 1, 2025 to no longer include a "turn signal" and "speed-check" component — drivers must now demonstrate continuous safe driving rather than isolated man oeuvres (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Top 25 G1 sample questions (Ontario MTO style)
These 25 questions match the Ontario MTO handbook difficulty and topic weighting (Ontario MTO, 2025). Score 20/25 or higher before booking.
Q1. What does a flashing red light at an intersection mean?
Answer: Stop completely, then proceed when safe (treat as a stop sign). Rationale: MTO rules chapter: flashing red = stop, then go when safe (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q2. In a 60 km/h posted zone, the maximum speed you may drive is:
Answer: 60 km/h. Rationale: Posted limit = maximum; speed limits are not "minimum + a bit faster" (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q3. A sign with an orange diamond and a worker silhouette warns of:
Answer: Construction zone ahead; slow down and follow the flagger. Rationale: Orange diamond signs = temporary conditions (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q4. When two vehicles arrive at an uncontrolled intersection at the same time, who has the right-of-way?
Answer: The driver on the right. Rationale: Yield-to-the-right rule for uncontrolled intersections (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q5. The legal minimum following distance in good conditions on a highway is:
Answer: 2 seconds (3 seconds in rain/snow). Rationale: Ontario MTO recommends the 2-second rule (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q6. A solid yellow line on your side of the road means:
Answer: Do not cross — passing is prohibited. Rationale: Solid yellow on your side = no passing (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q7. What is the legal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) for a G1 driver in Ontario?
Answer: Zero (0.00%). G1 and G2 drivers must maintain a zero BAC. Rationale: Graduated Licensing Act: zero BAC for novice drivers (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q8. A school bus with flashing red lights is stopped ahead. You must:
Answer: Stop in both directions unless the bus is on a divided highway with a median. Rationale: Highway Traffic Act §175: stop when red lights flash on a school bus (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q9. The "3-second following distance" rule means:
Answer: Pick a fixed point, count "one-thousand-one, one-thousand-two, one-thousand-three" after the car ahead passes it; you should not pass the same point before counting to three. Rationale: MTO recommended following distance in adverse conditions (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q10. At a four-way stop, if two cars arrive at the same time, who goes first?
Answer: The driver on the right has the right-of-way; if the cars are face-to-face, the one going straight has priority over the one turning left. Rationale: MTO rules chapter on four-way stops (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q11. The "emergency vehicle" with flashing lights and siren approaching from behind means you must:
Answer: Pull to the right and stop. Rationale: Highway Traffic Act §159: pull right and stop for emergency vehicles (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q12. The maximum speed limit in a school zone, when the sign is flashing, is:
Answer: 40 km/h. Rationale: Reduced-speed school zones default to 40 km/h when signs flash (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q13. A circular sign with a red border and a white centre (no symbols) is a:
Answer: Do Not Enter. Rationale: Regulatory prohibition sign (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q14. When parking on a hill facing downhill with a curb, you must:
Answer: Turn the wheels toward the curb (right) and engage the parking brake. Rationale: MTO hill-parking rule (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q15. A green arrow signal means:
Answer: You may proceed in the direction of the arrow; oncoming traffic is stopped. Rationale: Protected turn phase (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q16. If your brakes fail while driving, the FIRST action is to:
Answer: Pump the brake pedal rapidly to build pressure, then downshift to use engine braking. Rationale: Standard MTO emergency procedure (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q17. The legal BAC for fully licensed (G) drivers in Ontario is:
Answer: 0.08% (80 mg / 100 ml blood). Rationale: Criminal Code of Canada limit (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q18. A blue circular sign with a white "P" indicates:
Answer: Parking permitted. Rationale: Blue signs in Ontario designate driver-services or permitted actions (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q19. The minimum legal tread depth on a passenger vehicle is:
Answer: 1.5 mm across the tread surface (Ontario HTA). Rationale: Highway Traffic Act minimum, lower than many other provinces (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q20. In a roundabout, you should signal:
Answer: Right when entering, left (or no signal) when circulating, and right when exiting. Rationale: MTO roundabout rules (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q21. A solid double yellow line in the middle of the road means:
Answer: No passing in either direction. Rationale: MTO pavement marking rule (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q22. When must you use your headlights?
Answer: From one hour before sunset to one hour after sunrise, and any time visibility is reduced to 150 metres or less. Rationale: Highway Traffic Act §62 (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q23. The legal minimum age to drive alone on a G2 licence in Ontario is:
Answer: 16 (with parental consent and approved driver-ed course); 17 otherwise. Rationale: MTO minimum age rules (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q24. If you miss your exit on a 400-series highway, you must:
Answer: Continue to the next exit and double back; never stop, reverse, or back up on the highway. Rationale: Highway Traffic Act §154: no backing on a highway (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Q25. The fine for using a hand-held mobile device while driving in Ontario is:
Answer: Up to $1,000 fine, 3 demerit points, and 3-day licence suspension on first offence (tougher penalties apply for repeat offenders). Rationale: Highway Traffic Act amendments (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Booking, retakes, and 2026 fees
- Book via DriveTest.ca. The official booking service is drivetest.ca. Walk-in is available at some centres but online booking is recommended (DriveTest, 2025).
- Fees from April 2026. G1 knowledge test fee is $16 (written test) plus $90 licence fee = $106 total (DriveTest, 2026).
- Retake wait. You can retake the G1 test the next day if you fail; some centres apply a same-day policy (DriveTest, 2025).
- Documents to bring. Original Canadian passport, birth certificate, or PR card plus proof of Ontario residency (utility bill, bank statement).
- Min. age and ID. 16 with parental consent OR 18 without; original ID required (Ontario MTO, 2025).
Frequently asked questions — see top of page
The 7 FAQs cover the pass mark, the G1 → G2 → G ladder, retake rules, the 5-question oral interview, the eye test, the driver-education course, and the zero-BAC rule.
Resources and next steps
Download the MTO "Driver's Handbook" (free PDF, official source) and the DriveTest appointment FAQ before your visit (Ontario MTO, 2025). For driver-education providers, the MTO-Approved Beginner Driver Education Curriculum list is the canonical source. Free G1 practice tests are widely available — pair with this guide's 25 questions for a 2-week study plan.
