Utah (UT) CDL Practice Tests

Utah (UT) CDL permit applicants can work through these five practice questions to review core exam concepts and prepare for the Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) knowledge test.

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

Drivers preparing for a Utah Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) should focus on three core CDL practice tests. These align with the written knowledge exams required in Utah and support the material covered in the official Utah CDL Handbook.

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

For best results, combine CDL practice tests with the Utah Commercial Driver License Handbook and focus on the sections that match your intended license class and endorsements.

Preparing for the Utah CDL Exam

Commercial driver licensing standards are established at the federal level by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Each state is responsible for administering CDL testing and licensing.

In Utah, CDL information and testing requirements are published by the Utah Driver License Division (DLD). The official CDL handbook used for written knowledge and skills testing is:

• Utah Commercial Driver License Handbook (PDF)

The Utah CDL handbook applies to all commercial license classes, including:

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

Utah CDL Eligibility Requirements

Age Requirements:
You must be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial motor vehicle within Utah (intrastate).
You must be at least 21 years old to operate interstate, transport hazardous materials, or drive across state lines.

Valid Utah Driver’s License

You must hold a valid Utah Class D driver's license before applying for a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Medical Certification

Most Utah CDL applicants must pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a certified medical examiner listed on the National Registry and submit the required Medical Examiner's Certificate before obtaining a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP).

FMCSA medical certification requirements

CDL Knowledge Tests and Endorsements

Applicants must pass the General Knowledge test and any additional written knowledge exams required for their license class, air brakes, or endorsements.

Common CDL endorsements include:

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

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements apply to many Utah CDL applicants. Training must be completed through an FMCSA-approved training provider before taking the CDL skills test or, for Hazardous Materials applicants, before taking the knowledge test.

ELDT is required for:

• First-time Class A CDL applicants
• First-time Class B CDL applicants
• Drivers upgrading from Class B to Class A
• Applicants adding Hazardous Materials (H), Passenger (P), or School Bus (S) endorsements for the first time

FMCSA Training Provider Registry

Background Checks and Documentation

Certain endorsements, including Hazardous Materials (H), require a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check and fingerprinting before the endorsement can be issued. Applicants must also provide documentation verifying identity, Utah residency, lawful U.S. presence, and Social Security number.

Utah CDL Application Process

CDL applicants in Utah must meet the eligibility requirements, pass the required written knowledge examinations, obtain a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP), complete any required Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT), hold the CLP for at least 14 days, and successfully complete the CDL skills test before a commercial driver's license can be issued. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have held a Utah Class D driver license for at least one year. 

Utah Driver License Division CDL application and testing information

Utah CDL Fees

Utah CDL fees are established by the Utah Driver License Division and are subject to change. Current fees include:

• Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Written Knowledge Test: $52.00
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Driving Skills Test: $78.00
• CDL Endorsement: $9.00 per endorsement
• Retake CDL Written Knowledge Test: $26.00
• Retake CDL Driving Skills Test: $52.00
• Retake CDL Endorsement Test: $9.00
• Commercial Learner Permit (CLP): Included after passing the required written knowledge tests as part of the CDL application process.

Additional fees may apply for appointment rescheduling, duplicate licenses, or the TSA fingerprinting and background check required for Hazardous Materials endorsements. Fees are non-refundable and may change without notice. 

View the official Utah Driver License Division fee schedule