Mississippi (MS) CDL Practice Tests

Mississippi (MS) 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.

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

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

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

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

Preparing for the Mississippi 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 Mississippi, CDL information and testing requirements are published by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (DPS), Driver Service Bureau. The official CDL manual used for written and skills testing is:

• Mississippi Commercial Driver License Manual (PDF)

The Mississippi CDL manual applies to all commercial license classes, including:

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

Mississippi CDL Eligibility Requirements

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

Valid Mississippi Driver’s License

You must hold a valid Mississippi Class D non-commercial driver’s license before applying for a CDL.

Medical Certification

All Mississippi CDL applicants must pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a certified medical examiner listed on the National Registry.

FMCSA medical certification requirements

CDL Knowledge Tests and Endorsements

Applicants must pass written knowledge tests covering general CDL topics, air brakes (if applicable), and any endorsements required for their intended type of driving.

Common CDL endorsements include:

• Hazardous Materials (H)
• Tank Vehicles (N)
• Passenger (P)
• School Bus (S)

Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT)

Federal Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements apply to many Mississippi CDL applicants. ELDT includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training completed through an FMCSA-registered provider.

ELDT is required for:

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

FMCSA Training Provider Registry

Background Checks and Documentation

Certain endorsements, including Hazardous Materials, require a federal background check. Applicants must also provide documentation verifying identity, Mississippi residency, and lawful U.S. presence.

Mississippi CDL Application Process

CDL applicants in Mississippi must complete knowledge testing, obtain a Commercial Learner Permit (CLP), hold it for at least 14 days, complete any required Entry-Level Driver Training, and pass the CDL skills test before license issuance. The CLP is valid for 6 months and may be renewed once within a 2-year period. Skills tests can be taken at a DPS office or through an approved third-party tester.

Mississippi DPS CDL application and testing steps

Mississippi CDL Fees

Mississippi CDL fees are published by the Mississippi DPS. Fees vary based on license duration and testing requirements. All license and ID card fees are payable by cash, debit, or credit; personal checks are not accepted.

• Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP): $16.00
• CDL Application Fee: $25.00
• CDL Issuance: $44.00
• Additional CDL Endorsement (each): $5.00

Third-party CDL testing locations may set their own skills test fees. Additional costs may also apply for endorsement testing or background checks, such as fingerprinting for Hazardous Materials endorsements.

View the official Mississippi DPS fee schedule