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Tennessee Permit Hours: How Many You Need and How to Track Them
Tennessee requires 50 total supervised driving hours, including 10 at night.
Requirements at a glance
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Total supervised hours | 50 |
| Night hours | 10 |
| Minimum permit age | 15 |
| Permit hold period | 6 months |
| Supervisor minimum age | 21 |
| Driver education required | No |
Night driving rules
Tennessee uses a fixed window: 10 PM to 6 AM. No guessing about sunset times. Any driving during that window counts toward your 10 night hours.
What your supervisor needs to know
Your supervising driver must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license. They need to sit in the front passenger seat and be ready to take over at any time.
Curfew restrictions
Permit holders in Tennessee can’t drive between 10 PM and 6 AM. This is a hard rule, not a suggestion. Getting pulled over during curfew hours with a learner’s permit can mean a citation.
Tracking your hours
Paper logs are terrible. They get lost, they’re easy to fudge, and nobody wants to do math at 10 PM after a driving session. Moda tracks your hours automatically, categorizes day vs. night, and shows you exactly how close you are to finishing Tennessee’s requirements.
How many supervised driving hours does Tennessee require?
Tennessee requires 50 total supervised driving hours, with 10 of those at night.
What counts as night driving in Tennessee?
Night driving in Tennessee is defined as 10 pm to 6 am. You’ll need 10 hours of night driving.
How long do I need to hold my permit in Tennessee?
You’ll need to hold your learner’s permit for at least 6 months before you can apply for your license.