Armenia Grade 12 State Leaving Exam exam-day guide
Armenia Grade 12 State Leaving Exam · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official photo ID (passport or national ID)
Bring the original document, not a copy. Confirm with your school or exam centre which specific ID is accepted for the state leaving exam.
Exam admission pass / registration confirmation
Print or download any pass issued to you. If you are unsure whether one is required, confirm with the provider (your school or the exam administration) beforehand.
Black or blue ballpoint pens (at least two)
Bring spares. Confirm with the provider whether pencil, correction fluid, or erasable pens are permitted before relying on them.
Pencil, eraser, and sharpener
Useful for rough work and any machine-readable answer sheet. Confirm allowed materials with the provider.
Simple non-programmable calculator
Only if the subject rules permit it. Confirm with the provider whether calculators are allowed for your specific subject and which models are acceptable.
Transparent water bottle
Stay hydrated; keep it plain and label-free if the centre requires it. Confirm the centre's policy on drinks.
Watch (non-smart, no alarms)
Phones may be collected or banned, so a plain wristwatch helps you pace yourself. Confirm whether watches are allowed.
Know your exact exam centre, room, and reporting time
Visit or map the route in advance and plan to arrive well before the stated start time. Confirm the reporting time with the provider.
Leave phone and smart devices at home or switched off and stored
Possession of a phone during the exam can lead to removal. Confirm the centre's device policy.
Sleep, eat a normal breakfast, and avoid last-minute cramming
Rest supports recall more than an all-night review. Keep the morning calm and routine.
Read the full instructions on the paper before writing
Check the number of sections, marks per question, and time allocation before you begin.
Backup plan for transport and an emergency contact
Arrange a ride or backup route and note a contact number in case of delay. Confirm who to notify if you are late.
Plan the day
Confirm your exam centre, room, reporting time, and the list of permitted materials with your school or the exam administration. Re-read the official instructions for your subjects.
Do light, targeted review: revisit summaries, formulas, and past mistakes rather than learning new material. Practice one timed section to rehearse pacing.
Prepare and pack your bag: ID, pass, pens, pencil, eraser, permitted calculator, water, watch. Lay out clothes and plan transport.
Stop heavy studying by early evening. Do a final check of your packed bag and route, set two alarms, and go to bed at a normal hour.
Eat a normal dinner, avoid excess caffeine, and keep the evening calm. Confirm any last details with the provider if something is unclear.
Eat a proper breakfast, dress comfortably in layers, and leave earlier than you think necessary. Leave phones and smart devices at home or stored off.
Arrive early, locate your room and seat, and stay calm. Avoid comparing notes with others right before the exam.
Read all instructions, note the marks per section, and budget time accordingly. Start with questions you can answer confidently, then return to harder ones.
Show working where marks are awarded for method. Watch the clock, leave time to check answers, and make sure every required field and answer sheet is completed.
If you feel stuck or anxious, pause, breathe, and move on to another question. Ask an invigilator only about procedural matters, not content.
Rules to check
Bring and display the official photo ID required by the exam administration; confirm with the provider which document is accepted and what to do if you lose it.
Arrive by the stated reporting time; late entry and early departure rules vary, so confirm the exact policy with the provider and plan to be early.
Follow all invigilator instructions. Do not talk, pass materials, or look at others' work during the exam.
Phones, smart watches, and unauthorized electronic devices are generally prohibited in the exam room; confirm the centre's device and storage policy in advance.
Use only permitted materials for your subject. Confirm with the provider whether calculators, dictionaries, or other aids are allowed before the exam day.
Raise your hand and ask an invigilator if you need to leave the room for an emergency; confirm the centre's rules on breaks and toilet visits.
Write only in the designated spaces and on the correct answer sheet; confirm how answers must be recorded (for example, on a machine-readable form) with the provider.
Scoring and grading are set by the exam administration; do not rely on unofficial mark schemes. Confirm how results are calculated and released with the provider.