IAI SP7 exam-day guide
IAI SP7 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original document, not a photocopy. Confirm with the provider which forms of ID are accepted and whether the name must match your registration exactly.
Exam admission letter or confirmation
Have a printed or digital copy of your appointment confirmation. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required.
Test center location and travel plan
Verify the address, parking or transit options, and recommended arrival time. Confirm with the provider how early you should arrive.
Confirmed exam format and delivery mode
Know whether the exam is computer-based or paper-based and what check-in steps apply. Confirm details with the provider.
Reviewed allowed-materials list
Check whether calculators, reference sheets, notes, or personal items are permitted. Confirm with the provider before bringing anything into the testing room.
Simple watch or timer if permitted
Confirm with the provider whether personal timing devices are allowed; some test centers provide a clock or on-screen timer.
Water and snack for breaks
Confirm the break policy and whether personal items can be accessed during breaks. Store items according to test center rules.
Pen or pencil if paper-based
Confirm with the provider whether writing instruments are supplied or whether you must bring your own.
Provider contact number
Save the provider’s contact information in case of travel delays, illness, or questions on exam day.
Light review plan for the final day
Focus on high-level summaries and weak areas; avoid learning new material in the last 24 hours.
Rest and breakfast plan
Plan a normal night’s sleep and a simple meal before the exam to support concentration.
Plan the day
Confirm your appointment details, test center location, ID requirements, allowed materials, and break policy with the provider. Plan your travel route and backup options. Review the exam syllabus at a high level and identify two or three weak areas for light review. Avoid intensive cramming.
Pack your bag with the required ID, admission letter, and any provider-approved items. Confirm your alarm and travel plan. Do a short, structured review of key concepts only. Check the provider’s website or email for last-minute updates. Get a full night’s sleep.
Eat a normal breakfast and avoid rushing. Arrive at the test center earlier than the provider’s recommended time. Keep your ID and admission letter accessible. Avoid last-minute group discussion or cramming, which can increase anxiety. Follow check-in instructions and ask the proctor about any unclear rules before the exam starts.
Present your ID and confirmation as requested. Store personal belongings where directed. Confirm with the proctor whether breaks are scheduled or unscheduled and how to request one. Ask how to flag or review unanswered questions if the platform allows it.
Read the instructions carefully before starting. Pace yourself according to the number of questions and time allowed. If a question is taking too long, mark it and return later if the platform permits. Use breaks only as allowed, and remember that leaving the room may not stop the clock. Keep your ID visible if required.
Rules to check
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. The name on the ID should match your registration; confirm with the provider which ID forms are accepted and how to handle a name discrepancy.
Do not bring unauthorized materials into the testing room. Follow all proctor instructions about phones, notes, bags, and personal items. Confirm the allowed-materials list with the provider before exam day.
Arrive at the test center at or before the provider’s recommended time. Late arrival may result in forfeiture of your seat or fee; confirm the late-arrival policy with the provider.
Breaks are governed by the provider’s policy. Confirm whether breaks are scheduled or unscheduled, whether the clock stops, and whether you can access personal items. Unapproved leaving of the testing room may be treated as a conduct issue.
Scoring and guessing rules vary by exam. Confirm with the provider whether unanswered questions count as incorrect, whether there is a penalty for guessing, and how flagged questions are treated.
Follow all test center conduct rules, including prohibitions on talking, electronic devices, and disruptive behavior. Report any technical or security issue to the proctor immediately.
If you have approved accommodations, confirm the arrangements with the provider before exam day and follow the proctor’s instructions for accessing them.