Category B in Jelgava
Category B is the most commonly chosen category, and it lets you drive an ordinary car. At STNIG the training takes place in Jelgava, at Savienības iela 2. You can study the theory in class or online, and you learn to drive with an instructor who works at your pace. New category B groups open every two weeks, so there is no long wait.
- Duration
- 4–6 weeks
- Price
- 400 €
- Format
- In person or online
Category B upcoming groups
Category B courses at STNIG
The training has two parts: theory lessons covering the traffic regulations, and driving lessons with an instructor. They run in parallel, so the course does not drag on. On average it takes four to six weeks, depending on the group you choose and how quickly you pick up driving. The category B licence is issued by the CSDD once you have passed the theory and driving exams. The course suits both first-time learners and people returning after a break.
Category B price and costs
Category B course price
400
20 driving lessons at €15 each and the theory at €100. CSDD fees and the medical assessment are not included.
What extra costs should you expect?
There are three costs on top of the course fee. The first is the medical certificate. The second is the CSDD fees for the exams and for issuing the licence. The third is extra driving lessons, if the compulsory ones are not enough for you. The medical assessment can be done at the school itself, so you do not have to arrange it elsewhere.
Category B theory training
How do the theory lessons work?
In the theory lessons you cover the traffic regulations, road signs, the basics of safe driving and what to do after an accident. A teacher leads the lessons, and before the CSDD exam we go through the topics learners most often get wrong. Lessons in class are held in Jelgava, at Savienības iela 2, within walking distance or on the way home from work.
Category B theory timetable
- Weekday evening groupMonday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 18:00 to 22:05.
- Weekend daytime groupSaturday and Sunday, 10:00 to 14:05.
- New category B groups open every two weeks.
Category B theory online
If the class timetable does not suit you, you can study the category B theory online, in your own time. Online study can start straight away, without waiting for the next class group to open. You can choose the format in the application form, and change it later by getting in touch.
Category B driving lessons
Driving lessons with an instructor
Driving lessons start while the theory course is still running, so there is nothing to wait for. You agree the times directly with your instructor, around your work or school schedule, and some instructors also drive at weekends. You will practise in Jelgava and the surrounding area, including routes similar to those used in the CSDD exam. The number of lessons differs from person to person: for some the compulsory hours are enough, others need a few more, and that is normal.
Category B instructors
The driving lessons are taught by our instructors. Each instructor page shows the days and hours they work, the car they teach in and their phone number, so you can arrange a time with them directly. When you apply you can name the instructor you would like.
Ieva PogaI have worked as a traffic regulations teacher and driving instructor for eight years.See more
Artūrs AllisWorking together, we will get the best possible result.See more
Mārcis DobelisQuality training for a positive outcome.See more
Agris LipšānsI have been a driving instructor since 2011, and I have been behind the wheel since childhood.See more
How to get a Category B licence
Apply to the school
Choose a group and apply on the website or by phone. Before the course starts you need a medical certificate, which you can obtain at the school itself.
Theory training
You cover the traffic regulations in class with us or online. This is the longest part of the course.
Driving lessons
You drive with an instructor, starting during the theory course. The lessons continue until you feel confident behind the wheel.
School assessment
Before the CSDD we check what you know at the school. Our job is to get you ready for the CSDD exam, not to add another hurdle, so the school assessment is not overdone.
CSDD exams
First comes the CSDD theory exam, then the driving exam. Once both are passed, the CSDD issues your category B licence.
Category B exams and the CSDD
The school theory assessment
Before you are allowed to sit the CSDD exam, you take a theory assessment at the school. It exists so we can see whether you are ready and go through the topics you still get wrong.
The CSDD theory exam for category B
The CSDD theory exam is taken on a computer at a CSDD office. It covers the traffic regulations, road signs and safe driving. The school registers you for it once you are entered in the CSDD system.
The CSDD driving exam for category B
In the driving exam a CSDD examiner rides with you and assesses how you handle the car in real traffic. Our instructors teach in the same models used in the CSDD practical test, so the car will not be unfamiliar on the day.
First aid course
First aid training is one of the requirements for getting a driving licence. At STNIG the course runs on site, so you do not have to look for it elsewhere and juggle two timetables.
Why choose STNIG in Jelgava?
Easy to get to
Savienības iela 2 is walkable, on a bus route and on the way home from work.
No inflated school exams
Our job is to prepare you for the CSDD exam, not to put another obstacle in front of it.
We work at weekends too
There is a weekend theory group, and instructors who drive on Saturdays and Sundays.
Theory in class or online
Choose the format that fits your week, and online study can start straight away.
New groups every two weeks
Miss one category B group and the next one starts soon.
First aid and the medical assessment on site
Both requirements are handled where you study.
Related categories
Category B: frequently asked questions
How much does a category B licence cost?
Category B training at STNIG costs 400 €: twenty driving lessons at 15 € each and the theory at 100 €. On top of that you should budget for the medical certificate, the CSDD fees and any extra driving lessons you need.
What can you drive with a category B licence?
Category B lets you drive cars with a maximum authorised mass of up to 3.5 tonnes and no more than eight passenger seats. If you plan to tow a heavier trailer, you need category BE.
How long does category B training take?
The theory course takes 4–6 weeks depending on the group. The weekday evening group meets three times a week, the weekend group twice a week. How many driving lessons you need depends on how quickly you feel confident behind the wheel.
How does the category B theory training work?
The evening group meets three times a week from 18:00 to 22:05, the weekend group twice a week from 10:00 to 14:05. Lessons in class are held in Jelgava, at Savienības iela 2. The theory can also be studied online in your own time.
Can I take the theory course online?
Yes. Theory is available both in class in central Jelgava and online. You can choose the format in the application form, and change it later by contacting us.
How does the category B theory exam work?
First you take a theory assessment at the school, then the CSDD theory exam on a computer at a CSDD office. The school registers you for the CSDD exam once you are entered in their system.
How does the CSDD driving exam for category B work?
A CSDD examiner rides with you and assesses how you handle the car in real traffic. Our instructors teach in the same models used in the exam, so the car will not be unfamiliar on the day.
Do you need a first aid course for category B?
Yes, first aid training is one of the requirements for getting a driving licence. At STNIG you can take the course on site.
How often do new category B groups start?
We open a new group roughly every two weeks. Current dates are in the lesson schedule, which is updated as soon as a group is announced.
How do you sign up for category B courses in Jelgava?
Choose a group and fill in the form on the website, or call 29 806 300. We will get in touch to confirm your place and tell you what to bring to the first lesson.