ACI Aggregate Level 2 exam-day guide
ACI Aggregate Level 2 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the exact ID name that matches your registration. If your registration name differs from your ID (e.g., nickname or maiden name), contact the provider before test day to correct it. Confirm with the provider which ID forms are accepted.
Appointment confirmation and test-taker ID number
Have your confirmation email, scheduling number, and any candidate ID ready to present at check-in. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required or a digital copy is acceptable.
Know your test format and delivery method
Confirm in advance whether your exam is delivered at a test center or by remote proctoring, and review the provider's rules for that format. Remote-proctored exams often have specific room and camera requirements.
Arrival time and location logistics
Confirm the required arrival time (often earlier than the start time) and the exact address or remote check-in link. Plan the route and account for security screening at test centers.
Permitted reference materials
Confirm with the provider whether any codes, standards, or reference documents are permitted and in what form (provided on-screen vs. bring-your-own). Do not assume; policies vary and unauthorized materials can void a result.
Calculator policy
Confirm whether a calculator is provided on-screen, whether a personal calculator is allowed, and which models are permitted. Many providers prohibit programmable or phone-based calculators.
Personal items and storage
Plan for where phone, watch, bag, and notes will go. Test centers typically require these to be stored; remote sessions typically require them out of reach. Confirm the provider's specific rule.
Break and refreshment plan
Confirm whether breaks are scheduled or optional, whether they count against your time, and whether food/drink is allowed at your seat. Plan hydration and a light snack around those rules.
Rest and travel buffer
Protect sleep in the final nights and build in extra travel time. Arriving rushed is a common, avoidable cause of poor performance.
Review logistics for rescheduling or emergencies
Know the provider's cutoff for rescheduling and whom to contact if something goes wrong on the day. Confirm with the provider; do not rely on memory of a policy.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material. Do targeted review of your weakest areas and re-read the exam's format and rules (number of questions, time limit, scoring, permitted materials). Confirm your appointment details, ID, and travel or remote-setup plan. Take one short practice set under timed conditions, then stop.
Light review only: skim your own summary notes and key formulas or definitions. Prepare and lay out ID, confirmation, and any permitted items. Confirm the start time and location or link one more time. Avoid cramming late; prioritize sleep.
Eat a normal meal, arrive with buffer time, and re-check that you have your ID and confirmation. For remote delivery, test your camera, microphone, and connection early and clear your workspace per the provider's rules. Stay calm and avoid last-minute cramming that spikes anxiety.
Read each question fully before answering; watch for qualifiers like 'best', 'except', and 'least'. Answer easier items first and flag hard ones to revisit. Budget time against the question count and leave a few minutes to review flagged items. If unsure, eliminate clearly wrong options. Confirm with the provider how unanswered questions and flagging are handled in your delivery platform.
Use remaining time to check that no questions are left unanswered (unless the format penalizes guessing; confirm with the provider). Submit deliberately and confirm the submission screen. Note whether a score is shown immediately or reported later.
Rules to check
Present valid government-issued photo ID matching your registration name; confirm accepted ID forms with the provider before test day.
Follow all proctor instructions for both test-center and remote sessions, including room scans, camera positioning, and workspace clearance.
Keep unauthorized materials, phones, and smart devices out of reach and silenced or off, per the provider's rules; unauthorized items can void your result.
Confirm the break policy in advance: whether breaks are scheduled or optional, whether they count against your time, and what is allowed during them.
Understand the scoring model before you sit: confirm whether wrong answers are penalized and how unanswered questions are treated.
Do not communicate with other test-takers or attempt to record, copy, or share exam content; misconduct can lead to score cancellation.
If a technical or personal issue arises during the exam, notify the proctor immediately rather than troubleshooting silently; confirm the provider's incident process.
Confirm rescheduling, cancellation, and retake policies with the provider in advance rather than assuming them.