Theory Test Ireland
What is the pass mark for the Irish driver theory test?
Quick answer
The pass mark for the Irish driver theory test is 35 out of 40. That means you must answer at least 35 of the 40 questions correctly. Getting 6 or more wrong is a fail.
35 out of 40
Pass and fail come down to a single number: 35. Score 35 or more and you pass; score 34 or below and you fail and will need to rebook. There is no partial credit and no negative marking -- every correct answer is worth one mark.
Why aim higher than 35
Because questions are drawn at random, your score can vary from sitting to sitting. Consistently scoring 38 or 39 on realistic mocks gives you a safety margin so that a couple of unfamiliar questions on the day do not push you under the line.
Know your readiness before you book
A predicted-pass score from realistic practice tells you whether you are comfortably above 35 across every study area -- not just on your strong topics. Book the real test once your mock scores are consistently in the pass zone.
This is general guidance from an independent study app, not official advice. Always confirm current requirements and fees on theorytest.ie.