ANAC IBAV exam-day guide
ANAC IBAV · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, valid photo ID in the exact name used on your registration. Confirm with the provider which ID types it accepts and whether a secondary ID is required; do not assume a photocopy or digital copy is accepted.
Exam appointment confirmation
Have the confirmation email or appointment number available (printed or on your phone) so staff can locate your booking quickly. Confirm with the provider whether printed confirmation is mandatory.
Know your test format and delivery mode
Confirm in advance whether the IBAV exam is delivered at a test centre, online-proctored, or in another format, and note the exact start time, time zone, and reporting time. Confirm all logistics with the provider.
Permitted reference materials
Ask the provider in advance whether any standards, tables, or formula sheets are supplied on screen or allowed in hard copy. Do not bring unauthorised notes; treat the exam as closed-book unless the provider confirms otherwise.
Approved calculator or none
Check the provider's calculator policy (model restrictions, on-screen calculator availability). If a physical calculator is allowed, bring only an approved model with fresh batteries.
Stationery according to policy
Bring pens/pencils only if the provider permits them; many centres supply scratch paper and writing tools and prohibit bringing your own. Verify with the provider before packing.
Water and a light snack for the break
Bring water in a clear container and a snack if breaks are scheduled, but check storage rules: many centres require personal items to be left in a locker and prohibit food or drink at the workstation.
Plan your route and arrival buffer
Confirm the venue address, transport options, and parking, and aim to arrive with a comfortable buffer before the reporting time. For online delivery, test your equipment and connection the day before.
Dress in layers
Test-room temperatures vary; layered clothing lets you adapt. Avoid items with large logos or text that could raise a conduct question.
Read the candidate handbook and exam regulations
Review the provider's rules on ID, prohibited items, breaks, and scoring before exam day so nothing on this list surprises you. Where this guide and the handbook differ, the handbook governs.
Prepare for the breaks policy
Confirm in advance whether breaks are scheduled, optional, or unavailable, and whether the clock stops during a break. Plan hydration and restroom visits around the confirmed policy.
Backup plan for online delivery
If the exam is remote-proctored, confirm system requirements, install any required browser or lockdown software, and have a phone and provider contact number ready in case of technical failure.
Plan the day
Re-read the provider's candidate handbook and this checklist, and resolve every needs_review item by contacting the provider directly. Confirm the appointment time, time zone, venue or online platform, ID requirements, and permitted materials so no question remains open.
Do a final content review focused on weak areas and high-yield topics rather than new material. Use short practice sets under timed conditions, then review errors and the reasoning behind each correction.
Protect sleep. Shift bedtime earlier if needed so you are rested for the actual start time, and avoid late-night cramming that trades memory for fatigue.
For a test-centre exam, plan the route, transport, and parking, and check for local disruptions. For online delivery, run a full equipment and connection test, including camera, microphone, and any required software.
Pack your bag with the confirmed ID, appointment confirmation, and any permitted items. Lay out clothing and confirm what you must leave at home (notes, smart devices, unauthorised calculators).
Confirm the reporting time and arrival buffer, set two alarms, and tell someone your plan. Check the provider's contact number in case of last-minute problems.
Stop heavy study. A light review of summaries and key formulas is enough; prioritise a normal meal, hydration, and a full night's sleep.
Eat a normal breakfast, hydrate moderately, and avoid excessive caffeine. Arrive at the venue or log in early per the provider's instructions, with your ID and confirmation ready.
Leave prohibited items at home or in the locker as directed. Keep your phone off and stored as required; do not bring it to the workstation unless the provider explicitly permits it.
Read the instructions and any tutorial screens carefully, note the time allowance, and do an initial pass answering questions you know first. Flag uncertain items and return to them rather than stalling on one question.
Pace yourself against the clock, checking progress at natural intervals. For multiple-choice items, eliminate clearly wrong options before choosing, and change an answer only when you have a concrete reason.
If a technical problem occurs, stop and alert the invigilator or proctor immediately and note the time; do not attempt to fix equipment yourself unless instructed. Before submitting, confirm you have answered or deliberately skipped every item.
Rules to check
Bring the original government-issued photo ID in the name used at registration and present it when asked. If your ID is expired, name-mismatched, or in a form you are unsure about, confirm acceptability with the provider before exam day.
Follow all invigilator and proctor instructions. Unauthorised materials, notes, smart devices, or communication with others during the exam may lead to invalidation, so ask before assuming something is allowed.
Do not disclose, record, or reproduce exam content afterwards. Treat questions as confidential and comply with any confidentiality agreement you accepted at registration.
Confirm the breaks policy with the provider in advance: whether breaks are scheduled or optional, whether the clock runs during them, and what you may access. Do not leave the test area without permission.
Scoring, pass marks, and result timelines are set by the provider. Confirm the scoring method, any penalty rules, and when and how results are released rather than relying on secondhand information.
If you need an accommodation or have a scheduling conflict, request it through the provider's official process well before exam day; do not assume it will be arranged on the day.
Arrive or log in by the stated reporting time. Late arrival may result in refused entry or reduced time, so confirm the provider's late-arrival policy in advance.
If you feel unwell or face an emergency, notify the provider as soon as possible and follow its documented procedure; do not attempt the exam in a condition that could compromise safety or fairness.