Start Non-CDL NYS Driver License or CDL from Another State STEP #1 Prepare for Written Test Study CDL Driver Manual STEP #2 Apply for Commercial Permit at DMV. Form MV44. Fee $10 STEP #3 Pay Road (Skills) Test Fee early $40 online or at DMV STEP #4 End Take Road (Skills) Test 14 days after receiving Permit STEP #8 Schedule Road (Skills) Test Via our school or online STEP #7 Prepare for Road Test Driving Lessons at our school STEP #6 Entry Level Driving Training ELDT School Fee $200. FAQ STEP #5