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Key Facts: Poland Category C1 Theory Test Exam

32 questions

20 basic + 12 specialist

Dz.U. 2023 poz. 2659

68/74

Points needed to pass

Dz.U. 2023 poz. 2659

25 min

Exam time

WORD Warszawa

18

Minimum age

Act on Vehicle Drivers, art. 8

3.5–7.5 t

Permissible maximum mass of a C1 vehicle

Act on Vehicle Drivers, art. 6

56 days

Tachograph records to carry

Regulation (EU) No 165/2014, art. 36

Poland's category C1 theory exam is a 25-minute WORD computer test with 32 questions: 20 yes/no basic questions and 12 specialist questions with three answers. You need 68 of 74 points. Candidates must be at least 18, hold category B and have medical and psychological certificates. These independent English practice questions cover the same rules but are not the official catalogue.

Sample Poland Category C1 Theory Test Practice Questions

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1Which motor vehicle category is primarily authorized by a Polish Category C1 driving licence?
A.A goods vehicle over 3.5 t up to 7.5 t (not a bus)
B.A passenger vehicle carrying up to 17 passengers
C.Any commercial truck regardless of mass or trailer size
D.Only special agricultural tractors and slow-moving construction machines
Explanation: Article 6(1)(7) of the Act on Vehicle Drivers states that category C1 covers a motor vehicle with a permissible maximum mass over 3.5 t and up to 7.5 t, except a bus, with a light trailer (up to 750 kg), plus category AM vehicles.
2What is the standard minimum age requirement to obtain a Category C1 driving licence in Poland?
A.21 years
B.20 years
C.18 years
D.24 years
Explanation: Article 8(1) of the Act on Vehicle Drivers sets 18 as the minimum age for categories C1 and C1+E. Category C requires 21 (or 18 with initial qualification under Article 9).
3Which driving licence category must a candidate already hold before applying for a Category C1 licence in Poland?
A.Category AM
B.Category B
C.Category T
D.Category A2
Explanation: A valid Category B driving licence is a mandatory statutory prerequisite before a candidate can begin training and apply for Category C1.
4Which medical and assessment certifications are mandatory for a Category C1 candidate prior to opening a Driver Candidate Profile (PKK)?
A.Only a basic eyesight declaration from an optician
B.A medical and a psychological certificate
C.A blood test certificate issued within the last 48 hours
D.A statement from an employer confirming accident-free driving
Explanation: Article 11(1)(2) of the Act on Vehicle Drivers requires a medical certificate for every category and a psychological certificate for every category except AM, A1, A2, A, B1, B, B+E and T. A C1 candidate therefore needs both.
5How does a Category C1 driving licence differ from the Certificate of Professional Competence (Code 95 / Kwalifikacja Wstępna)?
A.C1 is the licence to drive; Code 95 is the professional qualification
B.Category C1 is for commercial haulage only, while Code 95 is for private use
C.Code 95 replaces the need to hold any driving licence
D.There is no legal difference between the driving licence and Code 95
Explanation: Category C1 grants the legal right to drive the vehicle class. Code 95 (CPC) is an additional professional qualification required by transport law to perform commercial road haulage for hire or reward.
6What is the exact permissible maximum mass (DMC) range for a motor vehicle classified under Category C1?
A.From 2,500 kg up to 3,500 kg
B.Exceeding 3,500 kg up to and including 7,500 kg
C.From 7,500 kg up to 12,000 kg
D.Exceeding 3,500 kg with no upper weight ceiling
Explanation: By legal definition, Category C1 applies to motor vehicles with a permissible maximum mass (DMC) exceeding 3.5 tonnes (3,500 kg) and not exceeding 7.5 tonnes (7,500 kg), other than buses.
7What type of trailer may be coupled to a Category C1 vehicle under a standard Category C1 licence alone?
A.Any trailer as long as the total combination mass stays under 12,000 kg
B.Only a light trailer with a permissible maximum mass not exceeding 750 kg
C.Any semi-trailer designed for pallet transport
D.No trailer of any type is permitted without an additional licence
Explanation: A Category C1 licence by itself only permits coupling a light trailer (przyczepa lekka), defined as having a permissible maximum mass (DMC) of no more than 750 kg.
8Which driving licence category is required to drive a C1 vehicle towing a trailer with a DMC exceeding 750 kg, provided combination DMC does not exceed 12 t?
A.Category B+E
B.Category C1+E
C.Category C1 alone
D.Category D1+E
Explanation: Article 6(1)(13) of the Act on Vehicle Drivers defines category C1+E as a combination with a permissible maximum mass of up to 12 t made up of a C1 towing vehicle and a trailer.
9What is the legal difference between permissible maximum mass (DMC) and actual total mass (masa rzeczywista)?
A.DMC is the legal maximum in the registration; actual mass is what it weighs now
B.DMC is determined daily by the driver, while actual mass is fixed on the registration document
C.Actual mass includes cargo only, whereas DMC includes the driver and fuel only
D.DMC applies only when crossing international borders
Explanation: Article 2(54) of the Road Traffic Act defines the permissible maximum mass (DMC) as the largest mass, set by technical conditions, of the loaded vehicle allowed on the road. Article 2(55) defines the actual total mass as the mass of the vehicle together with the people and goods on it at a given moment.
10What is the standard maximum permitted width for a commercial goods vehicle on Polish public roads (excluding conditioned refrigerated bodies)?
A.2.40 m
B.2.55 m
C.2.60 m
D.3.00 m
Explanation: The standard legal maximum width for motor vehicles on Polish roads is 2.55 metres. Conditioned refrigerated vehicles with insulated walls at least 45 mm thick are permitted up to 2.60 metres.

About the Poland Category C1 Theory Test Exam

The category C1 theory exam is Poland's state computer test for goods vehicles over 3.5 t and up to 7.5 t, held at WORD centres under the Act on Vehicle Drivers and the 2023 examination regulation (Dz.U. 2023 poz. 2659). It has 32 questions in 25 minutes and a pass mark of 68 of 74 points, and WORD offers it in Polish, English, German and, since 16 February 2026, Ukrainian, as well as Polish Sign Language. OpenExamPrep's bank is an independent English-language MCQ study adaptation: every item has four options, so it is not an official translation and does not simulate the yes/no and three-option format of the real exam.

Exam sponsor: Wojewódzki ośrodek ruchu drogowego (WORD). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Assessment

20 basic questions answered yes or no and 12 category C1 specialist questions with one correct answer out of three; questions are worth 1, 2 or 3 points, for a 74-point maximum.

Time Limit

25 minutes

Passing Score

68 of 74 points

Exam / Certification Fees

Set by each voivodeship since 1 January 2026; 56.98 PLN at WORD Warszawa

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Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

21 of 100 practice questions

Drivers' Hours & Tachographs

Regulation (EC) No 561/2006 driving, break and rest limits, driver cards, manual entries, downloads and the 56-day record rule.

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Cargo Securing & Vehicle Dynamics

Load distribution, centre of gravity, lashing methods and equipment, air brakes, retarders, ABS, EBS and ESP.

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Signs, Hazards & Emergencies

Lorry-related signs, blind spots and turning, pedestrians, railway crossings, breakdowns, the emergency corridor and first aid.

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Speed Limits & Road Rules

Speed limits for lorries, the N2/N3 overtaking ban on two-lane motorways, lane use, minimum speed and tunnels.

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Dimensions, Mass & Projecting Loads

Permissible and actual mass, axle loads, trailer mass, carrying people outside the cab and marking projecting loads.

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Mandatory Equipment

Warning triangle, fire extinguisher, walkaround checks and wheel fixings.

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Licensing & Professional Rules

What category C1 covers, entry requirements, Code 95 and towing a heavier trailer.

Preparing for the Poland Category C1 Theory Test Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 68 of 74 points
  • Assessment: 20 basic questions answered yes or no and 12 category C1 specialist questions with one correct answer out of three; questions are worth 1, 2 or 3 points, for a 74-point maximum.
  • Time limit: 25 minutes
  • Exam / certification fees: Set by each voivodeship since 1 January 2026; 56.98 PLN at WORD Warszawa Official sources

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Poland Category C1 Theory Test: Suggested Study Strategy

1Learn the drivers' hours limits: 4.5 hours of driving then a 45-minute break (or 15 + 30 minutes), 9 hours a day (10 hours twice a week), 56 hours a week and 90 hours in two weeks.
2Remember that since 31 December 2024 drivers must be able to show tachograph records for the current day and the previous 56 days.
3Do not mix up sign B-18 (actual total mass) with sign B-19 (axle load).
4Know the lorry speed limits: 80 km/h on motorways, expressways and dual carriageways with two lanes each way, and 70 km/h on other roads outside built-up areas.
5In a built-up area, switch on the hazard lights when you break down; a triangle is needed only if the vehicle has none.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the category C1 theory exam structured?

It has 32 questions: 20 basic questions answered yes or no and 12 specialist questions with one correct answer out of three. Questions are worth 1, 2 or 3 points, up to 74 points, and you have 25 minutes.

What vehicles does category C1 cover?

Motor vehicles with a permissible maximum mass over 3.5 t and up to 7.5 t, other than buses, with a light trailer of up to 750 kg. A heavier trailer needs category C1+E.

What do I need before taking the C1 exam?

You must be at least 18, hold a category B licence, and have a medical certificate and a psychological certificate. You also need a candidate profile (PKK) from the starosta and the driving-school course.

Is category C1 enough to drive a lorry for work?

Usually not. Most drivers who carry goods by road for work also need the professional qualification (Code 95), obtained through the kwalifikacja wstępna course and test and kept up to date with periodic training every 5 years.

In which languages can I take the exam?

WORD offers the C1 theory exam in Polish, English and German, and in Ukrainian since 16 February 2026, as well as with Polish Sign Language.

How much does the exam cost?

Since 1 January 2026 each voivodeship sets its own WORD fees. WORD Warszawa charges 56.98 PLN for the theory exam.

Is this practice bank the official exam?

No. It is an independent English-language MCQ study adaptation of the Polish rules for category C1. Every question has four options, so it is not an official translation and does not reproduce the real exam's yes/no and three-option format or its question catalogue.