INAGHEI Concours d'Admission exam-day guide
INAGHEI Concours d'Admission · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Convocation / convocation letter
Print or download the convocation issued by the organising body and check the date, time, room and any candidate number on it. If you have not received one, contact the organiser immediately; do not assume the venue or session time. Confirm with the provider which document format is accepted (paper vs. digital).
Valid identity document
Bring the original ID document named on your registration (national ID card, passport or residence permit, as applicable). Check that it has not expired. A photocopy is usually not accepted - confirm with the provider which originals are valid.
Confirmation of registration / payment
Keep any registration confirmation, payment receipt or candidate number handy in case of a check at the door. Confirm with the provider whether this is required or merely useful.
Several pens and pencils plus an eraser
Bring at least two blue or black ballpoint pens and, if the paper includes a multiple-choice answer sheet, pencils and a clean eraser. Confirm with the provider whether answers must be written in a specific colour or in ink only.
Authorised calculator (if permitted)
Check the convocation or rules for whether a calculator is allowed and which models are authorised. If the rules are unclear, confirm with the provider before the day; do not bring a programmable or graphing model unless explicitly permitted.
Watch (non-connected)
A simple analogue or digital watch helps you pace yourself if the room clock is not visible. Smartwatches and connected devices are typically prohibited; confirm with the provider what is allowed on the desk.
Water and a light snack
Bring a small bottle of water and something to eat between sessions if the exam runs over several hours. Check whether drinks are allowed at the desk; if not, plan to drink during breaks.
Travel plan and route to the venue
Rehearse the route the day before and note transport times, including any strikes or roadworks. Aim to arrive well before the reporting time; late arrival may bar entry - confirm with the provider the exact cut-off.
Venue and room details
Write down the full address, building, room number and reporting time. If the venue is a large campus, identify the exact building in advance; confirm with the provider if the assignment is not stated on your convocation.
Prohibited items left at home
Leave phones, smartwatches, earphones and notes outside the exam room or in the designated area. Confirm with the provider where personal belongings must be stored and whether phones must be switched off and handed in.
Review of the exam format
Re-read the format described by the organiser: number of papers, duration, question types and whether there is a penalty for wrong answers. If any of this is not published, confirm with the provider rather than guessing.
Emergency contact and organiser phone number
Save the organiser's contact number and an emergency contact in your phone and on paper. This is useful if transport fails or you need to report a problem before the session.
Plan the day
Re-read the convocation and the organiser's rules end to end, and list every document and item you must bring. Confirm the venue, reporting time and exam format with the provider if anything is unclear. Check that your ID is valid and that your calculator, if allowed, matches the authorised models. Stop learning new material; instead, review your own summary sheets and past mistakes.
Do one timed practice session under realistic conditions to check your pacing, then review the corrections without starting new topics. Prepare your bag with documents, pens, pencils, eraser, watch, water and snack. Check transport schedules and plan a backup route. Get a normal night's sleep rather than staying up late.
Travel to the venue if you can, to confirm the route and locate the building and room. Lay out clothes and your prepared bag by the door. Re-read only your short summary notes and the instructions for each paper. Eat a normal meal, avoid heavy cramming, and go to bed at a reasonable hour; set two alarms.
Eat a proper breakfast and leave earlier than strictly necessary. Re-check that your ID and convocation are in the bag. Arrive at the venue before the reporting time, find the room and the toilets, and switch off your phone before entering. Stay calm and avoid discussing content with other candidates, which only raises anxiety.
Read the instructions on the cover page and check the number of pages and questions. Write your candidate details as instructed. Do a first pass answering what you know, then return to harder questions. Keep an eye on the time and leave a few minutes to transfer answers to the answer sheet and check that nothing is left blank unintentionally. If a rule is unclear during the session, raise your hand and ask the invigilator rather than guessing.
Hand in all materials as instructed and take your belongings. Note down anything you found unclear about the procedure while it is fresh, in case you need to contact the organiser. Do not linger to compare answers; results and next steps will be communicated by the provider according to their published schedule.
Rules to check
Bring the original identity document named on your registration and the convocation. Candidates without acceptable ID may be refused entry; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and what to do if yours is lost or expired.
Arrive before the reporting time stated on your convocation. Late candidates may be admitted or refused at the organiser's discretion; confirm with the provider the exact cut-off and procedure for delays.
Phones, smartwatches, earphones and any notes must be switched off and stored as instructed. Using or even holding an unauthorised device during the session may lead to cancellation of your paper; confirm with the provider where belongings must be left.
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times and do not communicate with other candidates once the session has started. Any suspected cheating or disruption is handled under the organiser's disciplinary rules, which you should confirm with the provider.
Breaks and toilet visits are governed by the organiser's rules and may be limited or supervised. Ask the invigilator before leaving the room, and confirm with the provider in advance if you need special arrangements for a medical condition.
Scoring, penalties for wrong answers and pass marks are set by the organiser. Check the published rules for the paper you are sitting, and confirm with the provider if the marking scheme or any negative marking is not clearly stated.
Do not remove question papers, answer sheets or any exam material from the room unless the invigilator explicitly permits it. Confirm with the provider whether draft paper may be kept.
If you believe there was a problem with the conditions, equipment or timing, report it to the invigilator immediately and note the details. Complaints raised later may not be considered; confirm with the provider the deadline and channel for any appeal.