VIC Selective Entry exam-day guide
VIC Selective Entry · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Photo ID
Bring the original, current photo identification the provider requires. Confirm with the provider which forms of ID are accepted and whether a signature is required on it.
Admission or registration confirmation
Print or download the confirmation showing your test date, time, and location or session details. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required.
Know the exact venue and arrival time
Confirm the test centre address or online session link and the arrival time. Confirm with the provider how early you should arrive and what happens if you are late.
Permitted stationery and equipment
Bring only what the provider lists as allowed (for example pens, pencils, eraser, sharpener). Confirm with the provider what is supplied versus what you must bring.
Approved calculator or devices
If any device is permitted, confirm with the provider the exact model and rules. Assume personal phones, smart watches, and notes are not allowed unless the provider says otherwise.
Water and a light snack
Bring water in a clear container and a snack for before or after the test. Confirm with the provider whether food and drink are allowed at your desk.
Comfortable layers
Dress in comfortable layers so you can adjust to room temperature. Confirm with the provider if there is a dress code.
Travel and parking plan
Plan the route, transport, and parking in advance and build in a buffer for delays. Confirm with the provider whether parking is available on site.
Medical or access arrangements
If you have approved adjustments, bring any confirmation the provider issued. Confirm with the provider what documentation or notice they require on the day.
Watch or timing plan
Bring an approved non-smart watch only if the provider allows it; otherwise plan to rely on the room clock or supervisor announcements. Confirm with the provider.
Rest and preparation routine
Prioritise sleep in the final days and avoid last-minute cramming the night before. Review only summaries and your own notes.
Emergency contact and provider details
Save the provider's contact details and a personal emergency contact in case of travel or illness issues. Confirm with the provider how to report a problem before the test.
Plan the day
Confirm venue or session link, arrival time, ID requirements, and permitted items with the provider. Check transport and parking. Do light review of summaries and practice a few timed sections rather than learning new material. Keep sleep and meals regular.
Pack your bag with ID, confirmation, permitted stationery, water, snack, and layers. Lay out clothes. Recheck the route and set alarms. Avoid heavy study and screens late at night; aim for a full night's sleep.
Eat a normal breakfast, hydrate, and leave with a generous buffer. Recheck you have your ID and confirmation. Arrive at the time the provider specifies and follow sign-in instructions. Stay calm and avoid comparing preparation with other candidates.
Read instructions and check the time available before starting. Answer the questions you find easiest first if the format allows, and flag items to return to. Keep an eye on the clock and leave time to transfer or check answers. If you are unsure of a rule, ask the supervisor quietly rather than guessing.
Note anything you found difficult for future practice. Confirm with the provider how and when results will be released and whether any follow-up steps are required.
Rules to check
Bring the original photo ID the provider requires and keep it on your desk if instructed. Confirm with the provider which IDs are accepted and what happens if you arrive without one.
Follow all supervisor instructions on seating, timing, and materials. Do not start before you are told and stop immediately when time is called.
Keep phones, smart watches, and other devices switched off and stored as directed. Confirm with the provider where devices must be kept and what is banned from the room.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the test and do not look at others' work. Raise your hand to speak to a supervisor.
Use only permitted equipment and materials. Do not bring notes, books, or unauthorised aids unless the provider explicitly allows them.
If you need to leave the room, follow the provider's procedure, which may include supervision or adjusted time. Confirm with the provider before the test day.
Understand how the test is scored and whether there is a penalty for incorrect answers before you guess. Confirm with the provider the scoring rules and whether sections are timed separately.
If you are ill or cannot attend, contact the provider as soon as possible to ask about options. Confirm with the provider their policy on illness, lateness, and rescheduling.