Afghanistan Kankor exam-day guide
Afghanistan Kankor · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Admission card / registration slip
Bring the printed or official registration document issued for your Kankor sitting. If you did not receive one or are unsure what counts as valid proof, confirm with the provider before exam day.
Photo identification (tazkira or equivalent)
Carry the original identity document that matches your registration. The exact accepted forms vary by year and center, so confirm the accepted ID with the provider. Do not rely on photocopies.
Two or three pens and pencils
Bring several working blue or black ballpoint pens plus sharpened pencils and an eraser, in case one fails. Check whether your center requires a specific pen color for the answer sheet.
No electronic devices
Leave phones, smart watches, and earbuds at home or with a companion; most centers prohibit them inside the hall. Confirm the center's policy on storing devices.
Know your exam center and route
Locate the exact building and gate in advance and plan transport with a large time buffer. Arrive early; late entry rules vary by center, so confirm the cutoff with the provider.
Simple, comfortable clothing
Wear layers you can adjust to room temperature and avoid items that might trigger security checks. Follow any dress guidance issued for your center.
Water and a light snack
Bring water and a small snack for before or after the exam if permitted. Confirm whether food and drink are allowed inside the hall.
Sleep and a normal breakfast
Get a full night's sleep and eat a familiar breakfast. Avoid trying new foods or heavy caffeine on exam morning.
Review logistics, not new material
In the final day, re-read your center location, timing, and permitted items rather than cramming new topics.
Backup plan for transport
Arrange a backup ride or route in case of traffic, and note a contact who can help if something goes wrong.
Plan the day
Confirm your exam center address, date, and reporting time using your official registration information. If anything is unclear, contact the provider now rather than the day before.
Assemble your admission card, ID, pens, pencils, and eraser in one bag and keep it by the door. Do a final light review of weak topics only.
Shift to a normal sleep schedule and stop late-night cramming. Protect your energy for exam day.
Do a dry run of the route or check transport times. Confirm the reporting time and any entry cutoff with the provider if uncertain.
Pack the bag, charge nothing you cannot bring (leave devices at home), and prepare clothes. Eat a normal dinner and sleep early.
Eat a familiar breakfast, take your bag, and leave with a large time buffer. Arrive early and follow center instructions for entry and seating.
Read all instructions on the answer sheet first. Fill in your identifying details exactly as registered, and check the marking format before answering.
Work through easier questions first, mark uncertain ones, and return to them. Keep an eye on the clock and reserve time to transfer answers correctly.
If you need to leave for a break or feel unwell, raise your hand and follow the invigilator's instructions. Do not disturb others.
Rules to check
Bring and display the identification and admission documents required for your sitting; confirm the exact accepted forms with the provider before exam day.
Follow all instructions from invigilators, including seating, timing, and any prohibition on electronic devices or unauthorized materials.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam and do not look at others' papers; misconduct can lead to disqualification.
Mark answers only in the manner and format the answer sheet requires, and keep the sheet clean and unfolded.
Breaks and leaving the hall are usually restricted; confirm the center's policy on restroom breaks and returning to the hall with the provider.
Scoring and penalties for wrong answers vary by year; confirm the current marking scheme with the provider rather than assuming.
Keep your registration details consistent with your ID; report any discrepancy to the provider before the exam.
If you are unsure about any rule, ask the provider or an invigilator in advance rather than guessing on exam day.