K53 Learner's Licence (2026)
Free study guides + practice test for the SA Learner's Licence. The K53 test has 68 questions across three sections: Rules of the Road (30), Road Signs (28), and Vehicle Controls (10). You must pass each section individually.
Study sections
K53 Road Signs Study Guide
Complete K53 road signs study guide for the South African Learner's Licence. Regulatory, warning, guidance and information signs explained with what they mean, what action to take, and how they appear in the test.
K53 Rules of the Road Study Guide
K53 Rules of the Road section covers right-of-way, speed limits, overtaking, parking, blood alcohol, vehicle licensing and roadworthy. 30 questions in the K53 test - what to study and how it's examined.
K53 Vehicle Controls Study Guide
K53 Vehicle Controls section covers steering, gears, clutch, accelerator, brake, parking brake, hazard lights, indicators and instrument cluster. 10 questions in the K53 test - what to know.
Pass requirements (2026)
| Section | Questions | Pass mark | Pass % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rules of the Road | 30 | 22 | 73% |
| Road Signs | 28 | 23 | 82% |
| Vehicle Controls | 10 | 8 | 80% |
| Total | 68 | 53 | 78% |
Where to book + what to bring
- Book your K53 learner's test at any DLTC (Driving Licence Testing Centre) - find your nearest DLTC.
- Bring: SA ID, proof of address, two passport photos, R250-R400 test fee (varies by city).
- Test available in all 11 SA official languages.
- If you fail, you can retake any time - re-pay the fee and rebook.
- Learner's licence valid 24 months from issue.
Related
- Take the K53 practice test
- DLTC nearest you (31 cities)
- Police Constable salary (driver's licence is a SAPS requirement)
Free study aid. The official K53 manual remains the authoritative source. Last verified 2026-05-14.