Angola Naval Academy Entrance Exam exam-day guide
Angola Naval Academy Entrance Exam · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official photo ID (passport or national identity card)
Bring the original document, not a photocopy. Confirm with the provider which specific document they accept and whether a second form of ID is required.
Exam admission card / registration confirmation
Print or download whatever admission document the academy issues after registration. If you have not received one, confirm with the provider how entry is verified.
Black or blue ballpoint pens (two or more)
Bring spare pens in case one fails. Confirm with the provider whether answers must be in a specific ink colour.
Pencils and eraser
Useful if any section uses a multiple-choice answer sheet. Confirm with the provider whether machine-read sheets are used and what writing tool is required.
Simple non-programmable watch
To pace yourself if the room has no visible clock. Confirm with the provider whether wristwatches are permitted in the exam room.
Water in a clear container
Stay hydrated; keep it simple and unlabelled. Confirm with the provider whether drinks are allowed at the desk.
Directions and travel plan to the exam site
Know the exact building, gate and arrival time in advance. Confirm with the provider the reporting time and which entrance candidates use.
Leave prohibited electronics at home
Phones, smartwatches and earbuds are commonly banned from the room. Confirm with the provider the exact list of prohibited items and the storage policy.
Rest and a normal breakfast
No all-night cramming; eat something familiar that will not upset your stomach.
Physical fitness readiness (if the selection includes a physical test)
Some naval academies assess fitness on or near exam day. Confirm with the provider whether a physical component exists, its date, and required kit.
Confirmed scoring and section structure
Know the number of questions, time limits and whether wrong answers are penalised. Confirm with the provider; do not assume.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the admissions office number in case of delay or illness on the day.
Plan the day
Re-read the official instructions and admission card; verify date, time, address and ID requirements. Confirm with the provider anything unclear.
Do light review of weak topics only; stop heavy new learning. Sleep on a regular schedule for the remaining nights.
Do one timed practice set under exam conditions, then review errors briefly. Pack your bag with ID, admission card, pens, pencils, eraser and watch.
Confirm your transport route and travel time, including a buffer for traffic. Check the weather and lay out clothes.
No intensive studying in the evening. Eat a normal dinner, avoid alcohol and excessive caffeine, and go to bed early.
Eat a light breakfast, re-check that your ID and admission card are in your bag, and leave with a generous time buffer.
Arrive early, locate the room and restroom, and stay calm; avoid last-minute discussions with other candidates about difficult topics.
Read all instructions first, note the time limit, and budget time per section. Answer easier questions first and return to hard ones.
Mark answers clearly, check that you have not skipped a line on the answer sheet, and keep an eye on the clock for the final minutes.
Follow the provider's instructions on leaving the room and on when and how results will be announced.
Rules to check
Bring the original photo ID required by the provider; without it you may be refused entry. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted.
Arrive at the reporting time stated on your admission card; late candidates may not be admitted. Confirm with the provider the late-arrival policy.
Electronic devices such as phones and smartwatches are generally prohibited in the exam room; follow the provider's storage instructions exactly.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the test, and do not look at others' papers; follow invigilator instructions at all times.
Breaks are usually not permitted during the test; confirm with the provider whether any break is allowed and whether you may leave the room.
Scoring rules, including whether wrong answers reduce your score, vary by provider; confirm the marking scheme before the exam and answer accordingly.
Write only in the permitted ink and only in designated areas; answers written elsewhere may not be marked.
Follow all instructions from invigilators; any suspected cheating or misconduct may lead to disqualification.