Ellinomatheia B2 exam-day guide
Ellinomatheia B2 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid photo ID (passport or national ID card)
Bring the same identity document you used at registration. Staff check identity before you enter the exam room. If your ID has expired or your name does not match your registration exactly, contact the examination centre before exam day. Whether a driving licence is accepted varies by centre, so confirm with the provider.
Exam admission confirmation / registration slip
Print or save the confirmation email or candidate number your centre issued. Some centres ask to see it at reception. The exact format (paper vs. digital) is set locally, so confirm with the provider.
Know your exact reporting time and room
Arrival and start times differ between the written and oral parts and between centres. Re-read the instructions from your centre the day before and note the building, floor, and room. Arriving late can mean you are not admitted.
Several black or blue pens and a pencil with eraser
Writing tasks are usually completed in ink. Answer sheets that are machine-read may require a pencil, so bring both. Do not rely on the centre supplying stationery.
A clear water bottle with the label removed
Staying hydrated helps during a long written paper. Many centres only allow transparent bottles without labels. Check the centre's rules on drinks in the exam room.
Leave phones and smart devices at home or in your bag
Mobile phones, smart watches, and earbuds are normally banned from the exam room. If you must bring a phone, expect to switch it off and hand it in or store it as instructed. A ringing or vibrating device can lead to disqualification.
Plan your route and a backup
Check transport schedules, strikes, and traffic the day before. Aim to arrive well before the reporting time so that a delay does not cost you your place. Identify a nearby cafe or quiet space to wait.
Eat a normal breakfast and bring a small snack for after
The written paper can run for a long stretch with a short break. Eat something familiar that will not upset your stomach, and keep a snack for after the session rather than during it, unless the centre allows food in the room.
Review format and timing, not new grammar
In the last days, practise with a timer using the section structure your level uses (listening, reading, writing, and speaking). Confirm the exact section order, time limits, and whether there is a break with the provider, because these details vary by session.
Prepare for the oral component
Know whether your speaking test is on the same day or a different day and how long it lasts. Practise describing a picture, giving an opinion, and answering follow-up questions aloud. Confirm the format and duration with the provider.
Wear layers and comfortable clothing
Exam halls can be cold or warm. Dress in layers so you can adjust. Avoid clothing with slogans or text that could be misread as an aid.
Medical or access arrangements confirmed in advance
If you need extra time, a separate room, or other adjustments, these must be agreed with the centre before the exam, usually with documentation. They cannot normally be arranged on the day. Confirm with the provider.
Plan the day
Re-read the official instructions from your centre and confirm the date, reporting time, address, room, and which components fall on which day. Check that your ID is valid and that your name matches the registration. Gather your stationery and bag so nothing is left to the last minute.
Do one full timed practice run of the written sections under exam conditions: no phone, no dictionary, no pauses. Mark it honestly and note which task types lose you the most time. Spend the remaining days on those task types rather than on new material.
Practise the writing tasks to time with a pen on paper. Check that you can plan, write, and review within the limit. Revise a small set of connectors and structures you can use reliably under pressure rather than trying to learn new complex grammar.
Do two or three short speaking sessions aloud, ideally with a partner. Record yourself, then listen for fluency, clear pronunciation, and whether you answered the question. Practise asking for clarification politely in Greek in case you do not understand an examiner's question.
Stop intensive study in the evening. Light review only: skim your own notes on frequent mistakes and the instructions for each task type. Confirm your transport route and set two alarms. Prepare your clothes, ID, pens, and confirmation slip in one place.
Eat a normal meal, avoid heavy caffeine late in the day, and go to bed at a reasonable hour. Do not stay up revising; fatigue costs more marks than one extra hour of study gains. If the oral test is on a separate day, plan that trip now too.
Eat breakfast, check your bag against the checklist, and leave earlier than you think necessary. Arrive at the centre with time to find the room and use the toilet before the session starts. Switch your phone off and store it as instructed before entering the hall.
Read the instructions for each section carefully and check how many marks each task carries. Fill in your candidate details exactly as instructed. If an answer sheet is machine-read, check that you are marking the correct row and that your handwriting in the boxes is legible.
Keep an eye on the clock and allocate time per section according to the marks. If a question stalls you, leave it, mark it, and return later. Never leave blanks in multiple-choice or matching tasks; make your best choice. For writing, reserve the last few minutes to check agreement, endings, spelling, and whether you covered every bullet point.
For listening, read the questions before the audio starts and note key words. Do not panic if you miss a word; keep following the thread. For reading, skim the text for the overall meaning first, then locate the specific information each question asks for.
Greet the examiner in Greek, speak clearly, and do not rush. If you do not understand, ask for repetition politely. Use the preparation time if one is given to note key vocabulary. Aim to keep talking and develop your answers rather than giving one-word replies.
Do not compare answers in detail with other candidates; it only adds stress and cannot change your result. Note anything you found difficult for future study. Ask the centre when and how results are published and how to request a remark if that option exists.
Rules to check
Bring the identity document required by your centre and keep it on your desk if instructed. The name on your ID must match your registration. If there is any discrepancy or your document is expired, resolve it with the centre before exam day. Accepted document types vary, so confirm with the provider.
Arrive by the reporting time stated by your centre. Candidates who arrive late may be refused entry, and the decision rests with the centre. Do not assume you will be allowed to start late or make up lost time.
Phones, smart watches, earbuds, and any other electronic devices must be switched off and stored as the centre instructs. Do not keep them on your person. Unauthorised devices or notes in the exam room can lead to your paper being cancelled.
Do not communicate with other candidates once the session has begun, and do not look at another candidate's paper. Raise your hand and wait for an invigilator if you need something. Follow all instructions from invigilators immediately.
Leave bags, notes, dictionaries, and study materials outside the exam room unless the centre explicitly permits them. Dictionaries and reference materials are normally not allowed in a language exam. Confirm the permitted items with the provider.
Breaks are set by the centre. You may normally leave the room only with permission and accompanied if required. Use the toilet before the session begins and plan around the stated break rather than expecting extra time.
Scoring and grading are set by the examining body, and results are issued through the centre. Ask the centre about the pass mark, how the components are weighted, and the procedure and deadline for appeals or remarks. Do not rely on second-hand claims about the marking scheme.