Concurso Magistratura Nación exam-day guide
Concurso Magistratura Nación · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official call notice and registration confirmation
Print or download the convocatoria and your inscription/acuse de inscripción. Verify the exact date, time, and venue of the exam as stated in the official notice rather than from memory or third-party summaries.
Valid government-issued photo ID
Bring the document the convocatoria specifies as acceptable (typically DNI or equivalent). Check that it is unexpired and legible. If the notice is ambiguous about which documents are accepted, confirm with the provider before the exam.
Blue or black ballpoint pens (at least two)
Bring more than one working pen. Some administrations restrict ink color or prohibit certain writing instruments; confirm with the provider if the notice does not specify.
Pencils, eraser, and sharpener (if allowed)
For multiple-choice answer sheets, graphite pencil may be required. Whether pencils are permitted alongside or instead of pens depends on the administration; confirm with the provider.
Printed admission ticket or seat assignment, if issued
If the provider issues a citación, turno, or seat number, carry it. If none was issued, do not assume one is needed; check the notice or confirm with the provider.
Copy of the applicable rules on materials and prohibited devices
Read the exam regulations in advance so you know what is banned (phones, smartwatches, notes, annotated codes). Bring a printed copy only if the notice permits outside documents; otherwise leave it at home.
Transport plan and backup route
Confirm the venue location and travel time the day before. Plan to arrive well before the reporting time stated in the notice, allowing margin for delays.
Water and a light snack
Some venues allow these; others prohibit food and drink at the desk. If the notice does not say, confirm with the provider and otherwise keep items sealed and out of the testing area.
Analog watch (if permitted)
A simple watch helps manage time if the room clock is not visible. Smartwatches and connected devices are generally prohibited; confirm with the provider what is allowed.
Medication or accessibility accommodations documentation
If you requested accommodations, carry the approval or documentation the provider issued. Confirm with the provider how to present it on the day.
Rest and logistics the night before
Set two alarms, lay out documents and pens the night before, and confirm the alarm time against the reporting time in the notice.
Emergency contact and provider contact details
Keep the provider's contact information and a personal emergency contact accessible in case of last-minute venue or schedule changes.
Plan the day
Re-read the official convocatoria end to end: date, reporting time, venue, permitted and prohibited materials, ID requirements, and scoring rules. Note any ambiguity and confirm with the provider rather than guessing.
Verify your registration status and that your name and document number match the provider's records. Resolve discrepancies immediately with the provider.
Confirm travel and lodging logistics and check the venue location on a map. Identify a backup route and a fallback arrival time.
Do a final review of high-yield topics and practice structuring written answers under time pressure. Stop introducing new material after this point.
Prepare and pack the document folder: ID, registration confirmation, pens, and any permitted materials. Place it by the door.
Confirm the alarm and reporting time. Check weather and transit advisories for the route.
Eat a normal meal, avoid alcohol, and prioritize sleep over late-night cramming. Fatigue costs more than one extra topic.
Eat a substantial breakfast, dress comfortably in layers, and leave earlier than the calculated travel time. Do not rely on a single transport option.
Arrive at the venue with margin, locate the room and restrooms, and keep your ID and confirmation in hand. Turn off and stow your phone as instructed.
Read the instructions and scoring rules on the exam sheet before starting. Note the total time and allocate minutes per section before writing.
Start with the sections you can answer most reliably, keep an eye on the clock, and reserve the final minutes to check that all required fields and answer sheets are complete.
If a rule or instruction is unclear, raise your hand and ask the invigilator rather than assuming. Follow invigilator directions on breaks and materials.
Rules to check
Carry the identification document the convocatoria requires and keep it visible on the desk. If the notice does not clearly state which documents are accepted, confirm with the provider before the exam.
Follow all instructions from the invigilators, including where to sit, when to begin, and when to stop writing. Writing after the stop signal may invalidate your answers.
Electronic devices such as phones and smartwatches are typically prohibited in the testing area. Confirm with the provider which devices, if any, are permitted and how they must be stored.
Bring only the materials the notice authorizes. If you are unsure whether an item (annotated code, calculator, notes) is allowed, confirm with the provider rather than risk disqualification.
Breaks and restroom access are governed by the administration's rules. Ask the invigilator for permission and expect supervision; do not leave the room without it.
Scoring and pass criteria are set by the convocatoria. Read the stated rules on weighting, minimum scores, and penalties for blank or incorrect answers, and confirm with the provider if anything is unclear.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam or attempt to view others' work. Suspected misconduct may lead to removal and disqualification under the provider's rules.
If you have an accessibility accommodation, present the provider's approval as instructed and confirm with the provider in advance how it will be applied on exam day.