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!
Hi, thanks for sharing information of FTT, I have not started taking lessons yet but this information that is provided gives me a bit of an insight of what to expect when I do start on learning how to drive.
ReplyDeleteI’ve just taken my FTT and I must say, this information is rather accurate. I was initially concerned about the manual car parts as I have no intention of taking manual driving but thank god no question came out for that topic!
ReplyDeleteThere were indeed a number of questions that came out about drink-driving, and boy, were they tricky! I would like to add-on another tip: do read through all the choices as they may sound similar. Then pick the one that sounds the most right and pray for the best!
ReplyDeleteHi there! First of all, great effort of gathering info about FTT and simplifying it. I’ve just passed my BTT and the tips are really beneficial in helping me decide the strategy I use to go about completing my driving tests.
ReplyDeleteAnother thing I found really useful when preparing for final theory test is to apply for 1 or 2 mock tests when nearing the date of the actual test slot. There, you'll get access to 10 sample papers and are put in the exact same environment as the actual one.
ReplyDeleteIs going for mock test(s) really worth it? I’m contemplating whether I should apply for them. The people around me are discouraging me to not apply for it as it is a waste of time and money but hearing of stories of people failing their final theory test is making me worried.
ReplyDeleteIt really depends on how confident you’re feeling in acing the test. If you’re the worrisome type, I would suggest you apply for at least 1 as close to your test slot as possible. That way, you can get use to the questioning and feel more confident before the test.
ReplyDeleteFor those of you asking for possible questions that may come out for the Final Theory Test, I suggest you buy the FTT questions book from popular or from the driving centre itself. You will have a whole list of possible questions and with that you are sure to ace the test. Of course, it is an additional cost, but you can always sell the book afterwards or pass it over to your relatives to maximise the use of it!
ReplyDeleteYes I agree with Scott, or you can always do the opposite and request for the Final Theory Test book from your relatives or friends. Going to carousell may allow you to buy the book at half the price! Sometimes i find that the mock tests are intentionally harder than the actual FTT, which is unnecessary in my opinion. I think it is just a way for driving centres to earn more profit!
ReplyDeleteI think it’s better to attend at least 1 to 2 practical lessons with a manual or auto car before taking the final theory test. This will give you a much better appreciation of the use of the clutch-brake-accelerator combination together with the gear. Quite a lot of questions in the final theory test covers this. So for auto drivers, do take the extra effort to find out what a clutch does! final theory test focuses on drink drinking questions as well, as mentioned.
ReplyDeleteMy one and only tip is to complete the practice booklets. If you are a school candidate, try to finish all all the practice booklet before going for the evaluation. As Amber mentioned, the evaluation more difficult than the actual test, so if you manage to pass the evaluation, it is highly likely you'll be able pass the actual test. If you are a private candidates you can practise using the 600 Questions and Answers for Final Theory Test.
ReplyDeleteWhile your BTT tests you on like, whether you know how to give way, slow down, and know when it is okay to drive through a traffic junction, your FTT is a little harder than that. It tests you on your knowledge on how to control the car, driving techniques, and so on. So what most people do, is to take some practical lessons before going for their FTT. So that they would already have some basic knowledge on how to start a car, when to shift gears and so on.
ReplyDeleteRemember to bring your I/C (or other forms of approved identification). Failure to do so will result in you being barred from taking the test. There was a lady being rejected during my session for not bringing I/C. Even a photocopy one would not work.
ReplyDeleteIn general, the questions are mostly related to safety. The correct answer normally reflects the safest action. If you are in doubt, choose the one safest one.
Be sure to read and study the FTT booklet before you take the test. They can be easily found lining the shelves of most bookstores. Or you could practice questions online since there are plenty of sources out there. During the test, take your time to think. You have 50 minutes to complete 50 multiple choice questions, so there is plenty of time.
ReplyDeleteWhile getting 45/50 may sound daunting, it really is not. Rather than thinking about your final score, focus on each question individually.