Belgian Judicial Traineeship Admission Exam exam-day guide
Belgian Judicial Traineeship Admission Exam · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official identity document
Bring a valid photo ID (national identity card or passport). Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether a copy is sufficient, since this is a strict admission condition and rules can change between sessions.
Written convocation / admission letter
Print or download the convocation showing your name, time, and location. Confirm with the provider whether a digital copy on your phone is accepted or whether a paper copy is required.
Exact exam location and access route
Verify the building, entrance, and room in advance. Check public transport schedules and any road works; aim to arrive with a comfortable margin. Confirm with the provider which entrance candidates must use.
Arrival time and late-arrival rule
Note the reporting time, which is usually earlier than the start time. Confirm with the provider what happens if you arrive after the doors close, as late candidates are often excluded.
Permitted writing materials
Bring several pens and a pencil plus eraser if the test uses a multiple-choice answer sheet. Confirm with the provider which materials are allowed and whether they are supplied on site.
Watch (non-connected)
A simple analogue or digital watch helps you pace yourself if the room has no visible clock. Confirm with the provider whether watches are permitted and whether smartwatches are banned.
Electronic devices switched off and stored
Phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and any connected device generally must be off and out of reach. Confirm with the provider where devices are stored and the consequences of a device being found on you.
Food, water, and medication
Bring water and a light snack for before or after the test, and any prescribed medication. Confirm with the provider whether drinks and snacks may be taken into the exam room and what the procedure is for medication.
Accessibility or special arrangements
If you need extra time, a separate room, or other accommodation, request it well before the exam and bring written confirmation. Confirm with the provider the deadline and the evidence required.
Language and dictionary rules
Check which language versions of the test are offered and whether any dictionary or reference material is allowed. Confirm with the provider, as rules differ by session and by the part of the exam.
Scoring and answer-sheet instructions
Read the instructions on marking answers and on guessing penalties if any. Confirm with the provider whether wrong answers are penalised and how partial credit is handled.
Rest and logistics the day before
Plan sleep, meals, and travel so that the morning is calm. Confirm with the provider any last-minute changes to time or venue by checking the official communication channel before leaving.
Plan the day
Re-read the official convocation and the candidate instructions line by line, and note the exact address, reporting time, and list of permitted items. Confirm with the provider any point that is unclear, especially ID requirements and device rules. Do light revision focused on your weakest topics and on timing technique rather than new material. Prepare your bag with ID, convocation, pens, and water, and check travel options. Protect your sleep schedule.
Do a short, low-stress review of formats and instructions only, then stop studying in the evening. Lay out clothes, ID, convocation, writing materials, and any permitted medication by the door. Check the weather and transport updates. Eat a normal meal, avoid heavy caffeine late in the day, and go to bed at your usual time. Confirm with the provider that the exam is going ahead at the stated time and place.
Eat a proper breakfast and drink water. Leave earlier than strictly necessary to absorb delays. Arrive at the venue before the reporting time, keep your phone off and stored as instructed, and show your ID and convocation when asked. Use the waiting time to settle your breathing, not to cram. Follow staff instructions about seating and belongings.
Read the general instructions and check the number of questions and the time allowed. Work in passes: answer the questions you are sure of first, mark uncertain ones, then return to them. Keep an eye on the clock and reserve time to transfer answers to the answer sheet if one is used. Follow the rules on guessing and on asking questions; if something is unclear, raise your hand and ask a invigilator rather than guessing at procedure.
Rules to check
Bring the identity document specified in the convocation and present it on request. If you are unsure which documents are accepted, confirm with the provider before exam day; without acceptable ID you may be refused entry.
Follow all instructions from the invigilators about seating, belongings, and the start and end of the test. Their instructions take precedence over anything you have read elsewhere.
Switch off and store all electronic devices, including phones, smartwatches, and earbuds, as instructed. Confirm with the provider where devices must be kept and what happens if one is found on you during the test.
Do not communicate with other candidates once the test has begun, and do not look at others' papers. Any suspicion of cheating can lead to removal and further consequences; confirm with the provider how incidents are handled.
Leave the room only in accordance with the invigilator's rules, for example one candidate at a time with permission. Confirm with the provider whether breaks are allowed and whether the clock stops during them.
Use only permitted materials. Confirm with the provider whether dictionaries, calculators, rough paper, or highlighters are allowed, and do not bring anything whose status you have not verified.
Answer according to the marking rules given on the day, including any penalty for wrong answers. Confirm with the provider how the test is scored and how results are communicated.
If you believe something went wrong during the test, such as a disturbance or a procedural error, report it to the invigilator immediately and note the details. Confirm with the provider the deadline and channel for any formal complaint.