Afghanistan Grade 12 Graduation exam-day guide
Afghanistan Grade 12 Graduation · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo ID
Bring the identification document your school or exam center requires (for example a student card or national ID). Confirm with the provider which specific document is accepted.
Admission card / exam permit
Bring the entry document issued by your school or the Ministry of Education if one is required. Confirm with the provider whether it must be stamped or signed.
Black or blue ballpoint pens (two or more)
Bring spare pens that write clearly. Confirm with the provider which ink color is permitted and whether pencil is allowed for diagrams.
Pencils, eraser, and sharpener
Useful for rough work and any diagrams. Confirm with the provider whether pencil is allowed on the answer sheet.
Simple non-programmable calculator
Only if your subject and the provider permit calculators. Confirm with the provider which models are allowed and whether they are provided at the center.
Geometric instruments (ruler, compass, protractor)
Needed for mathematics and drawing subjects. Confirm with the provider whether these are supplied.
Printed exam timetable and center address
Write down your subject, date, start time, and room. Arrive early to allow time for security checks. Confirm with the provider the exact reporting time.
Water and a light snack
For use only outside the exam room during breaks. Confirm with the provider whether food and drink are allowed inside.
Watch (non-smart)
A basic wristwatch helps you pace yourself if the room clock is not visible. Confirm with the provider whether watches are permitted; smart watches are usually banned.
Plan your transport in advance
Know your route and travel time, and arrange a backup. Confirm with the provider the latest arrival time after which entry may be refused.
Leave prohibited items at home
Phones, smart devices, notes, and bags are generally not allowed in the exam room. Confirm with the provider where bags can be stored.
Read the official instructions for your exam
Check the current rules on the answer sheet format, scoring, and permitted materials. Confirm with the provider, because policies can change year to year.
Plan the day
Review your summary notes and past mistakes rather than learning new topics. Do one timed practice paper under exam conditions, then check your answers. Pack your bag with ID, permit, pens, and instruments. Sleep on a regular schedule and avoid all-nighters.
Confirm your center location, reporting time, and transport plan. Lay out clothes and your packed bag. Do a light review of formulas and key definitions only. Eat a normal meal and go to bed at your usual time; do not cram late.
Eat a proper breakfast and drink water. Arrive at the center well before the reporting time with your ID and permit ready. Use the restroom before entering the room. Once seated, read the instructions on the front of the paper carefully.
First scan the whole paper and note the marks for each section. Answer the questions you know best first, then return to harder ones. Watch the time and leave a few minutes to check that you have filled in every answer and your details correctly. If you are unsure about a question, write what you can rather than leaving it blank, where partial credit is possible.
Rules to check
Bring and display the photo ID required by your exam center. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and what happens if you forget yours.
Follow the instructions of invigilators at all times. Raise your hand if you need to speak rather than talking to other candidates.
Do not bring phones, smart watches, or unauthorized notes into the exam room. Confirm with the provider the full list of prohibited items and the penalties for bringing them.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam, and do not look at another candidate's paper.
Ask an invigilator before leaving the room for a break or the restroom, and follow their instructions. Confirm with the provider whether breaks are allowed during the exam.
Write only in the permitted ink and within the spaces provided on the answer sheet. Confirm with the provider the rules on rough work and extra answer sheets.
Submit all materials, including the question paper and answer sheet, when the invigilator announces the end of the exam. Stop writing immediately when told.
If you believe there is an error in the paper or a problem in the room, report it to an invigilator immediately. Do not attempt to resolve it yourself.