EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation exam-day guide
EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid government-issued photo ID
Bring the same ID used at registration. For online proctoring, it must be shown at check-in. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a secondary ID is needed.
Exam appointment confirmation and login details
Have your candidate ID, exam code (EXIN Agile Scrum Foundation), and appointment confirmation accessible. For online exams, test your login link in advance; for test-center exams, note the address and arrival time.
Stable internet connection and a quiet, private room (online proctored exams)
Use a wired or reliable connection, close other applications, and clear your desk of notes, phones, and smart devices. Confirm with the provider whether a 360-degree room scan or webcam/microphone check is required.
System check completed on the exam platform
Run the provider's compatibility or system test at least 24 hours before the exam to verify browser, webcam, microphone, and bandwidth. If the platform requires a lockdown browser, install and test it early.
Know the exam format and scoring
The exam is typically multiple-choice; confirm the current number of questions, time limit, and pass score with the provider or your exam handbook. Do not rely on memory or third-party summaries for these numbers.
Review the official syllabus and your notes on Scrum theory and roles
Focus on the Scrum Guide's definitions: roles (Product Owner, Scrum Master, Developers), events, artifacts, and rules. Use your own notes and the official EXIN preparation guide; avoid reproducing commercial question banks.
Clock and time-management plan
Note the total exam time and calculate a per-question budget. Plan to flag uncertain questions and return to them. Confirm with the provider whether the timer pauses during breaks or technical issues.
Permitted materials confirmed
Most EXIN exams are closed-book; confirm with the provider whether any reference materials, scratch paper, or a calculator are allowed. For online exams, check whether a whiteboard or on-screen notepad is provided.
Break and accessibility arrangements confirmed
If you need extra time, a break, or other accommodations, confirm the request process and approval with the provider well before exam day. Do not assume breaks are allowed unless stated.
Backup plan for technical failure
Know the provider's support contact and their procedure if the connection drops or the platform fails. Save the support number or chat link before starting. needs_review: exact support channels and rebooking rules vary; confirm with the provider.
Water and a quiet environment (if permitted)
Confirm with the provider whether drinks or snacks are allowed at your desk during a proctored exam. Many proctoring services prohibit food and drink; follow their rules.
Rest and logistics the night before
Plan travel to a test center or set up your exam space the evening before. Get adequate sleep; avoid last-minute cramming that increases anxiety.
Plan the day
Complete a full review of the official syllabus and the Scrum Guide. Re-read definitions of the three accountabilities, five events, and three artifacts, and the commitments attached to each. Write a one-page summary in your own words. Run the provider's system test if you have not already. Confirm your appointment time, time zone, and ID requirements with the provider.
Take one timed practice set using official sample questions if available, or questions you wrote yourself from the syllabus. Review wrong answers by topic, not by memorizing answer letters. Identify two or three weak areas and study only those. Avoid starting new topics.
Light review only: skim your one-page summary and key Scrum terms (empiricism, transparency, inspection, adaptation, self-managing, Definition of Done, Sprint Goal, Product Goal). Prepare your ID, appointment details, and workspace. Check the weather or travel route if going to a test center. Set two alarms. Stop studying at a reasonable hour and sleep.
Eat a normal meal and hydrate. Log in or arrive early as instructed (often 15-30 minutes before the start for check-in). Close unnecessary applications, silence your phone, and clear your desk. Have your ID ready. Do a final calm read of your summary; do not cram new material.
Read each question fully and watch for words like 'best', 'primary', 'not', and 'except'. Answer the questions you know first. Flag uncertain ones and move on. Keep to your per-question time budget; do not spend too long on any single item.
Return to flagged questions. Eliminate clearly wrong options, then choose the answer most consistent with the Scrum Guide and the values of empiricism. For scenario questions, identify the role and event described before selecting. Change an answer only when you have a clear reason.
Check that every question has an answer; unanswered questions usually score zero. If the platform allows review, confirm no flags remain. Submit before the time limit. Note your result or next steps as instructed by the provider.
Rules to check
Bring valid photo ID matching your registration and present it when asked. If you cannot verify your identity, the provider may refuse entry or cancel your result; confirm the accepted ID types with the provider in advance.
Follow all proctoring rules. For online exams, keep your face and workspace visible, do not leave the camera view, and do not use phones, smart watches, or unauthorized notes. For test-center exams, follow the invigilator's instructions.
Do not communicate with others or use unauthorized materials during the exam. Attempting to copy, share, or reproduce exam content may lead to invalidation and a ban; treat exam content as confidential.
Breaks are usually not permitted during a timed exam unless approved as an accommodation. Confirm with the provider whether scheduled or unscheduled breaks are allowed and how they affect your time.
Scoring is typically based on the number of correct answers with a pass threshold set by the provider. Confirm the current pass score, number of questions, and time limit with EXIN or your accredited training provider; do not rely on unverified figures.
If a technical problem occurs, stay calm and contact the provider's support immediately using the channel given at check-in. Do not restart the exam on your own unless instructed; follow the provider's incident procedure.
Arrive or log in early as instructed. Late arrival may shorten your time or prevent you from taking the exam; confirm the provider's late-arrival and rescheduling policy.
Use only permitted aids. If scratch paper or an on-screen notepad is allowed, confirm the rules for disposal or clearing at the end. Unauthorized materials can be grounds for invalidation.