CBR Renews Its Exam Software: Everything About the New Exam System (CAS)
Taking your theory exam at the CBR soon? Then pay attention! The Centraal Bureau Rijvaardigheidsbewijzen (CBR) is renewing the software and layout of the theory exam for cars, motorcycles and mopeds nationwide. The new Construction and Administration System (CAS) brings a fresh interface, interactive question drawers and handy bookmarks. Find out exactly what is changing and how you can already practise in a fully realistic way at Zielaan!
Zielaan is ready first: the free practice exams and the complete Zielaan practice platform have been updated to the exact new CBR CAS layout and interaction. Try the free practice exam in the new layout now →
Why is the CBR renewing its theory exam software?
The CBR's current theory exam system has been in use for quite some time. To be ready for the future, for the latest generation of touchscreens and for a calmer exam experience, the CBR has developed a brand-new platform: CAS (Constructie- en Afnamesysteem).
According to the official CBR announcement (in Dutch), a pilot was successfully completed at the CBR theory location in Schelluinen in mid-August 2026. From September to mid-October 2026 the new system is being rolled out in phases to the other 19 theory locations across the Netherlands.
The 6 most important changes in the new layout
When you arrive at the CBR exam centre, the screen looks quite different from many old textbooks and videos. These are the 6 biggest changes at a glance:
📱 1. Calm Split-Screen Layout
A modern, minimalist display. On the left the traffic scene or animation takes centre stage, while on the right the question and answer options are clearly structured.
📂 2. The Smart Question Drawer
At the bottom of the screen there is a collapsible 'question drawer' with numbered tiles (1 to 50). Here you can see straight away which questions are answered, still open or marked.
🚩 3. Bookmarks (Flags)
Unsure about a traffic rule or priority situation? Bookmark the question with one click. That way you can find it again later and reconsider it calmly.
🎧 4. First, 2 Practice Questions
You start with 2 trial questions to test your sound and touchscreen. They come before the actual exam and do not count towards your score.
🎫 5. Exam Code & Free Seating
After checking in at the kiosk you receive a ticket with a unique exam code. In the exam room you choose a free computer yourself and log in with your personal code.
📋 6. Clear Overview Before Submitting
After the last question you reach a complete summary screen. Here you can see at a glance whether you accidentally skipped a question before you submit for good.
What stays the same in the theory exam?
Do not worry: the exam material itself does not change with this software update.
- Number of questions: the car theory exam (category B licence) consists of 50 official exam questions plus 2 test questions that do not count (you see 52 questions in total).
- Pass mark: you must answer at least 44 of the 50 questions correctly to pass (you may make no more than 6 mistakes).
- Exam time: you have 30 minutes (for a standard theory exam) or 45 minutes for an exam with extra time or an individually supervised exam.
- Question types: you still get the same familiar question formats: yes/no questions, multiple-choice questions, drag-and-drop questions, hotspot questions and open number questions (fill-in questions).
Why practising with the new system is crucial
Many exam candidates feel healthy nerves at the CBR. Nothing is more annoying than being confronted in the official exam with a screen layout you have never seen before!
If you are used to outdated practice software, you lose precious seconds working out how the question drawer works, how to bookmark a question or how to move between questions. By practising beforehand in an environment that matches the CBR CAS system exactly, you walk into the exam room relaxed and with full confidence.
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How Zielaan prepares you for the new exam
At Zielaan we believe learning theory should be interactive, up to date and free of surprises. That is why our developers have recreated the new exam system down to the smallest detail:
- Identical question drawer: click a question to jump to it straight away, and open or close the drawer when you want more room for the traffic situation.
- Bookmark function: mark difficult questions and see at a glance which questions still need extra attention.
- Optimised for touchscreen & keyboard: whether you practise on your smartphone, tablet or desktop with a numeric keypad, the controls work seamlessly.
- Up-to-date 2026 exam material: including all recent additions such as driver assistance systems (ADAS), matrix signs, priority situations and hazard perception.
Frequently asked questions about the new CBR exam system (CAS)
Do I need to do anything special during the 2 trial questions?
No. The two practice questions at the start are purely to check that your touchscreen responds properly and that you can hear the sound through your headphones. Do not worry if you answer them wrongly: they do not count towards your final result. You answer them before the actual exam starts.
How does logging in with the exam code work?
When you arrive at the CBR location, you check in with your ID at a kiosk. You then get a receipt with a unique exam code. In the exam room CBR staff no longer assign you a fixed computer number; you choose a free workstation yourself, type your code on the touchscreen and check your personal details before the test starts.
Are there also changes for the motorcycle or moped theory exam?
Yes! The CBR is rolling out the new CAS exam system for all theory exams: car (category B), motorcycle (category A) and moped (category AM). All these exams get the same renewed split-screen layout and question drawer.
Conclusion: well prepared for the CBR
The CBR's new exam system (CAS) is a welcome modernisation that makes the exam calmer and clearer. With handy features such as the question drawer and bookmarks, you keep a better overview of your answers.
Want to avoid getting used to the new buttons and functions on exam day? Then go straight to our free CBR practice exam and experience the renewed 2026 environment yourself. That way you go for your theory certificate with maximum confidence!
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