Texas Class C CDL

A Texas Class C CDL is required for vehicles that don't meet Class A or B weight thresholds but carry 16+ passengers (including driver) or transport hazardous materials requiring placards.

What you'll drive

• Small passenger vans (16+ seats)
• Smaller school buses
• Small placarded HazMat vehicles

Knowledge tests required

• General Knowledge
• Plus the matching endorsement test (P or H, depending on use)

Notes

Class C is the narrowest CDL category. Most commercial driving jobs use A or B. ELDT is required for first-time CDL applicants. Full process →

Source: Texas DPS CDL page dps.texas.gov