In British Columbia, new drivers enter the Graduated Licensing Program (GLP) managed by ICBC. To obtain your Class 7L Learner licence you must visit an Autoplan broker or ICBC driver licensing office, present acceptable identification, pay the $35 application fee (which includes the knowledge test), and pass the written exam. You must be at least 16 years old. The Class 7L allows you to drive with a fully licensed supervisor at zero blood alcohol; you must hold it for at least 12 months before taking the Class 7N road test. The Class 7N Novice stage adds 24 more months (or 18 with an approved driver-education course) before you qualify for a full Class 5.
The ICBC knowledge test consists of 50 multiple-choice questions drawn from two sections: road signs (25 questions) and rules of the road (25 questions). You must answer at least 40 correctly — an 80% pass mark — to earn your learner's licence. If you fail, you can retake the test the same day for $10. The test is administered on a computer at the licensing office, and results are instant. Questions are randomized from a large bank, so memorizing a fixed list is not enough — you need to genuinely understand the material.
The BC road-signs section tests your ability to identify regulatory, warning, and information signs. Regulatory signs (STOP, YIELD, speed limits, no-turn) are the most heavily tested. Warning signs alert you to curves, intersections, school zones, and railway crossings. Information signs guide navigation and parking. The rules-of-road section covers right-of-way at intersections and roundabouts, lane changing, following distances, school and playground zones (30 km/h), and GLP-specific restrictions such as the single-passenger rule between midnight and 5 a.m. during your first 12 months as a Novice.
LicenceReady's BC ICBC practice tests mirror the official 50-question format with detailed answer explanations so you understand why each answer is correct — not just what the answer is. Aim to score above 90% consistently in our practice bank before booking your appointment. The best candidates study the official ICBC "Learn to Drive Smart" guide alongside our practice questions.
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BC ICBC Knowledge Test — Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the BC ICBC knowledge test?+
The BC ICBC knowledge test has 50 multiple-choice questions covering road signs and rules of the road. You must correctly answer at least 40 questions (80%) to pass.
What is the passing score for the BC ICBC test?+
You need to correctly answer at least 40 out of 50 questions (80%) to pass. If you fail, you may retake the test the same day for a $10 fee.
How long must I hold a Class 7L licence before the Class 7N road test?+
You must hold your Class 7L for at least 12 months before taking the Class 7N road test. During this time, you must be accompanied by a fully licensed driver (any class) at all times.
What are the restrictions for a Class 7N driver in BC?+
Class 7N drivers must maintain zero blood alcohol at all times. In the first 12 months, you may only carry one passenger between midnight and 5am who is under 25 and unlicensed. You must hold 7N for at least 24 months (18 months with an approved driving course) before the Class 5 road test.
What is the default speed limit on BC roads?+
The default speed limit in BC is 50 km/h in urban areas, 80 km/h on most rural roads and highways. Always follow posted signs — some highways are posted at 100–110 km/h.
