Final Theory Test (FTT)

Final Theory Test is the last test to complete before you can proceed to take the practical driving test. Unlike BTT, there are much more options when it comes to deciding when you would want to take the test. As it is not mandatory to pass your FTT before you can start taking practical lessons, some of you may choose to take it closer to their Practical Test date, while the remaining would prefer to clear the tests one at a time (usually if they are not in a rush to attain their license). Either way, as long as you clear your FTT before your Practical Test, it’s all good.

Here is a summary of the test information to help you in planning for it.

FTT Details

Contents covered in FTT: Vehicle features & controls, safety guidelines to pay attention to when driving, driving techniques for various specific scenarios, vehicle maintenance & drink driving (especially important to take note of this particular topic, as a handful of questions will most certainly come out during the test; easy marks to score).

Passing mark: 90 out of 100 (Total 50 MCQs, 2 marks per question)

Duration of test: 50 minutes

Test Venue: ComfortDelgro Driving Center (CDC), Singapore Safety Driving Center (SSDC) or Bukit Batok Driving Center (BBDC), depending on which driving center you signed up at.

Test Format: Touchscreen computer

Languages available: English, Malay, Chinese, Tamil

Cost of test: $6.50

How to register for the test? Via the respective center’s online portals (depending on the center you signed up at). You'll have to open an account with the driving center by physically going down to the driving center regardless of whether you wish to be a school or private candidate. Once you’ve done so, you can access their portal to register for the test.
If you’ve opened an account recently and it has yet to expire (the account normally lasts up to 6 months before renewal is required), you don’t need to open another account. You can just access the portal using the same account details to register for the test.

How long do I have to wait to take my FTT? The waiting time varies from time to time. During peak periods, it can go up to about 2 to 3 months. Non-peak periods is about a month and a half. With your account lasting for only 6 months (from the date you opened it), it is ideal for you to plan and schedule your tests ahead of time. If not, you will have to pay an additional fee to renew your membership.

Result Expiration: FTT is valid for only 2 years from the date you passed. If you aren’t able to attain your driving license before the 2 years validation is up, you'll have to retake your FTT.

Do Class 3 (manual) and Class 3A (auto) license have different FTTs? No, both auto and manual car licenses take the same test. This might come as a shock to those who are planning to take Class 3A (auto car license), but fret not, as the questions on gears (manual car knowledge) do not come out in the test.

Tips & Tricks:

• It’s easier to pass your FTT if you’ve already started taking practical lessons. The reason is that you’ve already gotten a first-hand experience of the vehicle controls & have been taught the various driving techniques during those lessons.
• It is known for FTT to place heavy emphasis on the topic of drink-driving. I didn’t count the number of drink-driving questions that came up, but I would estimate it to be about 5(?). This means that you can easier get the 10 marks just by studying well on the drink-driving topic.
• If you’re rushing to get your driving license as soon as possible, apply for your PDL & register for your FTT immediately after you pass your BTT. Then start attending practical lessons while you wait for your test date to come around. This way, you’ll be putting those 2 months waiting time to good use & you might even be able to take your Practical earlier because of that.

Hope this helps you better understand & prepare for FTT. Good luck & all the best!

Basic Theory Test (BTT)

Planning to get your driving license but don’t have a clue on how to start preparing for the theory tests to come? Here’s a summary list of information on the Basic Theory Test (BTT) to help you prepare and plan.

BTT Details

Contents covered in BTT: traffice rules & regulations, traffic signals, traffic signs, code of conducts on the road.

Passing mark: 90 out of 100 (Total 50 MCQs, 2 marks per question)

Duration of test: 50 minutes

Test Venue: ComfortDelgro Driving Center (CDC), Singapore Safety Driving Center (SSDC) or Bukit Batok Driving Center (BBDC), depending on which driving center you signed up at.

Test Format: Touchscreen computer

Languages available: English, Malay, Chinese, Tamil

Cost of test: $6.50

How to register for the test? Via the respective center’s online portals (depending on the center you signed up at). You will have to open an account with the driving center by physically going down to the driving center regardless of whether you wish to be a school or private candidate. Once you’ve done so, you can access their portal to register for the test.

How long do I have to wait to take my BTT? The waiting time varies from time to time. During peak periods, it can go up to about 2 months. Non-peak periods is about a month and a half. With your account lasting for only 6 months (from the date you opened it), it is ideal for you to plan and schedule your tests ahead of time. If not, you will have to pay an additional fee to renew your membership.

Test Result Expiration: NIL, your BTT result is valid for life.

Do Class 3A's (auto) and Class 3A's (auto) FTT differ? No, both auto and manual car licenses takes the same test. This might come as a shock to those who are planning to take Class 3A (auto car license), but fret not, as the questions on gears (manual car knowledge) do not come out in the test.

Few methods of studying for the test:

1. Reading the Highway Code Book(s)
• Cost: $9.80 (contains 2 books, one for BTT and the other for FTT)
• This is the most common method used by many. Read through & absorb everything and you’ll do fine.
2. Reading the Questions & Answers Book
• This is not as common as the 1st method as book only contains questions and answers. This should be an additional material to read-up on instead of fully relying on this only.
3. Accessing the E-learning content from Home (for school candidates)

• Note: This method requires you to sign up as a school candidate (for theory tests at least) to be able to access the e-learning resources.
• This e-learning resource contains structured lessons with voice-over, images, animation, and self-assessments. It also has a forum for you to seek help from the instructors.
4. Attend the e-Trials session(s)
• Cost: $5.35 per session
• These e-Trials are for you to try out the practice questions at the driving centers, in the real test environment, with the actual computer system used for the tests. There are a total of 10 mock tests for you to try. Just like the actual test, each session lasts for 50 minutes. If you’ve applied as a school candidate, as part of your e-learning package, you are entitled up to 4 e-Trial sessions. You will have to book the sessions via the online portal. Once fully utilized, each additional session costs $5.35. Private candidates are allowed to book as well, at the same price of $5.35 per session. If you’re not confident in taking the actual test, I suggest you book 1 or 2 e-Trials before your actual test and try out the sample questions.
5. Classroom Theory Lessons (for school candidates)

• If you're a school candidate, you have this choice of attending their classroom theory lesson. Note that it is optional and if you have a lot of time on your hands and wish to go for it, go ahead. Just like the test, you'll have to book the lesson online.
1. Other online resources
• There are many resources available online (other than the driving centers’) to help you with your learning, from online mock tests, to summarized learning notes and even mobile apps. Some are free, while others costs a small amount.