The complete 2026 computerized DLTC syllabus explained in English. Master the 64 questions, pass marks, tricky trap questions, and official regulations under the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1996.
The computerized exam at every Driver Licence Testing Centre in South Africa uses this exact 3-section layout. You must pass all 3 sections independently.
28 Questions • Up to 6 mistakes allowed
Covers intersections, 4-way stops, emergency lane driving (Reg 298A), following distance (2-second rule), speed limits (60/100/120 km/h), overtaking rules, and seatbelt laws.
28 Questions • Up to 5 mistakes allowed
Covers regulatory control signs (Stop, Yield, No Entry), command signs (Keep Left, Roundabout), prohibitions, warning signs (W-series), and road surface markings (RM3, RM4).
8 Questions • Up to 2 mistakes allowed
Covers vehicle interior controls: steering wheel, clutch, service brake pedal, accelerator, handbrake, gearshift, mirrors, and indicator stalk.
The DLTC computerized exam uses specific statutory phrasing. Familiarize yourself with these core legal terms:
The legal priority to proceed through a road or intersection ahead of another vehicle or pedestrian.
Slowing down or stopping to give way to oncoming traffic or pedestrians before crossing a roadway.
The area to the left of the yellow line, reserved strictly for emergencies and regulated passing (Reg 298A).
The minimum legal distance maintained between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead under dry conditions.
A solid white line dividing traffic lanes that must NEVER be crossed to overtake or turn.
Passing another vehicle safely on its right-hand side when permitted by road markings and conditions.
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