Algeria Police Constable Contest exam-day guide
Algeria Police Constable Contest · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Convocation / convocation notice
Print the convocation (استدعاء) you received after your application was accepted. It shows your exam centre, date, time, and candidate number. Confirm with the provider (the organising police directorate or the recruitment body) if you have not received it within the announced timeframe.
National identity card (original)
Bring your original Algerian national identity card (بطاقة التعريف الوطنية) or the identity document explicitly accepted by the organiser. A photocopy is normally not sufficient. Confirm with the provider which identity documents are accepted.
Convocation number / candidate number
Memorise or write down the candidate number and exam centre code printed on your convocation so you can find your room quickly and fill in headers correctly.
Black ballpoint pens (2–3)
Bring at least two black ballpoint pens that you have tested. Pencil is normally not accepted for answer sheets; confirm with the provider if any specific pen colour is required.
Pencil, eraser and sharpener
Useful for rough work and for any multiple-choice answer sheet that requires pencil marking. Confirm with the provider whether pencil is allowed on the answer sheet.
Wristwatch (non-connected)
A simple analogue or digital watch helps you pace yourself if the room has no visible clock. Smartwatches and connected devices are normally prohibited; confirm with the provider.
Clear water bottle
A transparent, label-free bottle is usually accepted. Confirm with the provider whether drinks are allowed in the exam room.
Small cash and transport plan
Carry enough cash for transport and a snack, and plan your route in advance. Arrive early; late entry is often refused. Confirm with the provider the exact reporting time and the latest entry time.
No electronic devices
Leave phones, smartwatches, earphones and any connected device at home or switched off and stored as instructed. Possession in the room can lead to disqualification.
Review the official syllabus / programme
Re-read the official programme of the contest (general knowledge, language, logical reasoning, and any physical or medical tests) so you know what each paper covers. Confirm with the provider the exact subjects and format.
Confirm exam centre location
Visit or map the exam centre the day before. Confirm with the provider if the location differs from what is printed on your convocation.
Medical / physical test readiness (if applicable)
If your contest includes physical or medical tests, bring the required medical certificate and sportswear as instructed. Confirm with the provider the list of required documents and the date of those tests.
Plan the day
Re-read your convocation and the official contest notice. Write down the exam centre address, reporting time, candidate number and the list of authorised materials. Prepare your identity card and all documents in one folder. Confirm with the provider any point that is unclear (accepted ID, pen colour, whether a calculator or dictionary is allowed).
Do a light revision of the core areas: general knowledge about Algeria (institutions, geography, history), French and Arabic language, and logical/numerical reasoning. Do one timed practice paper under exam conditions. Stop heavy study in the evening and sleep normally.
Pack your bag: convocation, original ID, pens, pencil, eraser, watch, water, cash. Prepare clothes that are comfortable and appropriate. Check transport times and, if possible, travel to the exam centre to confirm the route and travel time. Set two alarms. Avoid new topics; review summary notes only.
Eat a normal breakfast, arrive at the centre well before the reporting time, and keep your phone off and stored away. Present your convocation and ID at the gate. Find your room and seat, place your documents on the desk as instructed, and listen carefully to the invigilator's instructions before the paper starts.
Read the instructions and the whole paper first. Allocate time per section and keep an eye on your watch. Answer the easiest questions first, then return to harder ones. Write clearly and legibly; if you must correct, strike through neatly. For multiple-choice questions, check that your answer sheet numbering matches the question numbering. Leave a few minutes at the end to check that every required field (name, candidate number, signature) is filled in.
Hand in your paper and answer sheet only when the invigilator instructs. Do not discuss your answers loudly near the centre. Keep your convocation and candidate number; results and any next-stage (physical, medical, interview) convocations are usually announced through official channels. Confirm with the provider where and when results are published.
Rules to check
Bring your original national identity card and your convocation. Candidates without valid identification may be refused entry; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted.
Arrive before the reporting time printed on your convocation. Late candidates may not be admitted once the paper has started; confirm with the provider the latest entry time.
Phones, smartwatches, earphones and other connected devices must be switched off and stored as instructed. Possession in the exam room can lead to disqualification.
Do not communicate with other candidates, exchange materials, or look at another candidate's paper during the test. Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times.
Breaks are usually not permitted during a paper; if you need to leave the room, raise your hand and wait for the invigilator. Confirm with the provider the rules on toilet breaks.
Scoring and selection are based on the marks obtained in the written papers and, where applicable, the physical, medical and interview stages. Confirm with the provider the weighting and pass marks.
Use only the materials authorised for your contest. Calculators, dictionaries or reference sheets are allowed only if explicitly stated in the official notice; confirm with the provider.
Any attempt at fraud, impersonation or use of unauthorised material may result in cancellation of your results and exclusion from the contest. Confirm with the provider the disciplinary procedure.