ITAA Tussentijdse Proeven exam-day guide
ITAA Tussentijdse Proeven · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo identification
Bring the original government-issued photo ID in the name used for your registration. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a copy is allowed, since rules vary by test centre.
Appointment confirmation and registration number
Print or save the confirmation email or candidate number you received at booking. You may be asked to show it at reception, and it also helps staff locate your record quickly if there is a name mismatch.
Exact test-centre address, route, and arrival time
Check the address on your confirmation rather than relying on memory, plan the route in advance, and note the reporting time. Arrive with a buffer for traffic, parking, and building security checks.
Permitted stationery only
Bring only what the provider explicitly allows, typically pencils or pens and an eraser if paper-based. Confirm with the provider whether scratch paper, highlighters, or your own calculator are permitted before packing them.
Calculator policy check
If your exam involves calculation, confirm with the provider whether a calculator is provided on screen, whether your own model is allowed, and which models are prohibited. Do not assume the rules from another exam apply.
Personal items plan
Expect bags, phones, and watches to be stored away from the desk or prohibited entirely. Leave valuables at home and confirm with the provider where personal belongings are kept during the test.
Water and a light snack for afterwards
Confirm with the provider whether drinks are allowed at the desk; if not, keep water and a snack in your bag for after the session. Avoid heavy meals and unfamiliar food before the test.
Medication and access arrangements
If you need medication, food for a medical condition, or approved extra time or separate accommodation, confirm with the provider in advance that it has been approved and note what documentation to bring.
Rest and logistics the night before
Set two alarms, charge your phone, prepare clothes and documents the evening before, and aim for a normal night's sleep. Avoid last-minute cramming that shortens sleep.
Review the format, not new content
In the final days, reread the official format description, question types, and time allocation. Do not start new topics that you cannot consolidate before test day.
Know the scoring and result timeline
Check how the exam is scored, what counts as a pass, and when results are released. Confirm with the provider if the pass mark or result date is not stated in your candidate information.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the test centre or provider contact number so you can call immediately if you are delayed, ill, or unable to attend. Ask in advance what the procedure is for lateness or absence.
Plan the day
Switch from learning new material to consolidation. Review your own summary notes, formula sheets, and a small set of previously missed questions. Do one timed practice section under exam conditions to check your pacing, then stop and review errors calmly.
Confirm logistics: recheck the test-centre address, reporting time, travel route, and transport times. Verify that your ID matches your registration name and that any access arrangements are approved. Confirm with the provider if any confirmation details are missing.
Protect your routine. Keep sleep and meal times stable, reduce caffeine in the evening, and schedule light exercise. Avoid all-night study sessions, since fatigue costs more marks than one extra topic gains.
Do a light review only: skim summaries, key definitions, and the exam instructions. Pack your bag with ID, confirmation, permitted stationery, water, and any approved medication. Lay out clothes and check the weather and travel plan.
Set alarms, charge devices, and tell someone your schedule. Eat a normal dinner, avoid alcohol, and go to bed at your usual time. Do not attempt a full mock exam the evening before.
Eat a normal breakfast, hydrate moderately, and leave earlier than you think necessary. Recheck that you have your ID and confirmation before departing. Arrive at the centre with time to spare for security and registration.
Keep stimulation light: skim only a one-page summary, avoid discussing difficult questions with other candidates, and do not try to learn new facts. Use the waiting time to settle your breathing and focus.
Read the instructions and note the time limits before starting. Work at a steady pace, flag uncertain questions and return to them, and keep an eye on remaining time. If a section is strictly timed, do not borrow time from another section.
If you feel stuck or anxious, pause briefly, breathe, and move to a question you can answer. Use permitted breaks exactly as instructed. Before submitting, check that every question is answered if there is no penalty for guessing, and confirm with the provider in advance whether that is the case.
Note what felt difficult while it is fresh, but avoid over-analysing specific questions with others. Check the stated results timeline and keep your candidate number safe for follow-up.
Rules to check
Bring the original photo ID required by the provider and present it on request. The name must match your registration; confirm with the provider what to do if your ID name differs from your registered name.
Follow all instructions from invigilators and centre staff. Do not bring phones, smart watches, notes, or unauthorised materials to the desk; store them where staff direct, and confirm with the provider which items are prohibited.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the test and do not attempt to copy, photograph, or share exam content. Suspected misconduct is handled under the provider's rules, which you should read in advance.
Breaks are governed by the provider and may differ between paper and computer delivery. Confirm with the provider whether breaks are scheduled, whether the clock stops, and whether you may leave the room; do not assume you can take unscheduled breaks.
If you arrive late, ill, or unable to attend, contact the provider immediately. Whether you are admitted, rescheduled, or charged is decided under their policy, so confirm the procedure with the provider rather than relying on assumptions.
Scoring, pass marks, and result dates are set by the provider. Read the official candidate information for how your result is determined, and confirm with the provider if anything about scoring or appeals is unclear.
Request any access arrangements, extra time, or medical accommodations well before test day and bring the documentation the provider requires. Unapproved arrangements cannot usually be granted on the day.
Keep your candidate number and result correspondence. If you need to query your result or request a review, follow the provider's stated deadline and procedure.