Kansas (KS) CDL Practice Tests

Kansas (KS) CDL applicants can use the following practice questions to review key safety concepts and prepare for the Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) knowledge exam.

Kansas CDL Practice Tests: General Knowledge, Combination Vehicle & Air Brakes

Drivers preparing for a Kansas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) should focus on three core CDL practice tests that align with the official CDL knowledge exams used by the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR), Division of Vehicles. These tests help reinforce topics covered on the written permits and license exams.

• General Knowledge CDL Practice Test
• Combination Vehicle CDL Practice Test
• Air Brakes CDL Practice Test

Use these practice tests together with the Kansas CDL Manual to study and prepare for state CDL knowledge exams and the skills test. Knowledge tests are required for obtaining a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) before moving on to the full CDL. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Preparing for the Kansas CDL Exam

Federal commercial driver licensing standards are set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA); states administer testing and licensing. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

In Kansas, CDL testing and licensing are managed by the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR), Division of Vehicles. The official Kansas CDL Manual provides drivers with the information needed to study for knowledge exams and understand testing procedures. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

• Kansas Commercial Driver’s License Manual (PDF)

The Kansas CDL manual covers all CDL classes, including:

• Class A CDL
• Class B CDL
• Class C CDL

Kansas CDL Eligibility Requirements

Age Requirements:
You must be at least 18 years old to obtain a CDL for intrastate (within Kansas) driving.
You must be at least 21 years old to operate interstate or transport hazardous materials or passengers. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Valid Kansas Driver’s License

Applicants must hold a valid Kansas non-commercial driver’s license before applying for a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) or CDL. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Medical Certification

All CDL applicants must meet FMCSA medical certification requirements, which include passing a DOT physical with a certified medical examiner listed on the FMCSA National Registry. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

FMCSA Medical Certification Requirements

Knowledge Tests and Endorsements

Applicants must pass written knowledge exams covering general CDL knowledge and specific modules such as air brakes or combination vehicles before being eligible for CLP or CDL issuance. Additional endorsement tests (e.g., HazMat, Passenger) may be required. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Common endorsement types include:

• Hazardous Materials (H)
• Tank Vehicles (N)
• Passenger (P)
• School Bus (S)
• Double/Triple Trailers (T)

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Kansas requires Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) for first-time CDL applicants, those upgrading from Class B to Class A, and those adding certain endorsements. ELDT must be completed with an FMCSA-registered provider and logged in the FMCSA Training Provider Registry before skills testing. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

FMCSA Training Provider Registry

Background Checks

Hazardous Materials endorsements require a federal TSA background check and fingerprints in addition to state requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Kansas CDL Application Process

To obtain a CDL in Kansas, applicants must:

• Pass the required written knowledge exams to obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP).
• Hold the CLP for the federal minimum period (typically 14 days).
• Complete any required ELDT training.
• Schedule and pass the CDL skills test (vehicle inspection, basic control skills, and road test). :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Kansas CDL official information from KDOR

Kansas CDL Fees

Kansas CDL and permit fees are set by the Kansas Department of Revenue and vary based on license duration, endorsement choices, and whether testing is included at issuance. Below are commonly assessed fees based on the official Kansas credential fee chart: :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

• Commercial CDL Permit (CLP): $13.00 (permit issuance + photo + testing fees) :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
• CDL License Issuance (4-year): ~$32.00 (license fee + photo + testing) :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
• CDL License with Motorcycle (if applicable): ~$41.00 :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Endorsement Fees: ~$10.00 each (e.g., Passenger, Tank, Doubles/Triples) :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
• Hazardous Materials Endorsement (H): Requires additional federal TSA fee (federal) in addition to the endorsement fee. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
• CDL Skills Test Retest Fee: ~$10.00 (charged by Kansas DMV) :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

Certain situations such as under-21 credentials, changes, replacements, or duplicate licenses may have different fees. Applicants should confirm the current fee schedule with KDOR before applying. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}

View the official Kansas CDL and driver license fee chart