SIMAK UI exam-day guide
SIMAK UI · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official exam registration/participant card
SIMAK UI is run by Universitas Indonesia as its own entrance test. Print or save the participation card or registration proof from the official portal and keep both a paper copy and a phone photo. The exact document name and whether a printed copy is mandatory can change per cycle, so confirm with the provider (UI admission office) before exam day.
Original photo ID
Bring the original identity document used at registration (KTP for Indonesian citizens, or passport/KITAS for international applicants). Do not rely on a photocopy or a photo on your phone. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted for your applicant category.
Exam location and session details
Write down the exact venue, room, date, and reporting time from your participation card, and check the official announcement again 24 hours before the test in case of room or schedule changes. Venues are often large campuses or computer-testing centers, so identify the building entrance in advance.
Allowed writing tools
For paper-based sessions, bring 2B pencils, an eraser, and a sharpener in a transparent case. For computer-based sessions, the center normally supplies scratch paper or a board. Confirm with the provider which tools are permitted and whether pencil cases must be transparent.
Simple analog watch
Many test rooms do not have a visible clock, and phones must be switched off. A basic analog watch with no smart features is generally safe; confirm with the provider whether any watch type is prohibited.
Transport and backup plan
Plan to arrive well before the reporting time, ideally 45-60 minutes early, and identify a backup route. Traffic and parking near major campuses can be unpredictable, and late arrivals are commonly refused entry.
Light snack and drinking water
Bring water and a small snack for before or after the session. Check the provider's rules on bringing food and drink into the test room, since some centers require them to stay outside.
Review the official scoring and section structure
Re-read the official SIMAK UI description of the test components and how scores are used. SIMAK UI is typically a competitive selection test rather than a simple pass/fail, and the exact section list and weighting can change between cycles, so confirm with the provider rather than relying on older guides.
Prepare for the language of the test
SIMAK UI materials are generally delivered in Indonesian, with English components in some sections. Confirm with the provider whether any section is offered in another language and prepare accordingly.
Leave prohibited items at home or in your bag
Phones, smartwatches, earphones, calculators, and notes are normally banned in the test room. Switch devices off and store them as instructed before entering.
Sleep and health routine
Protect sleep in the final two nights, eat a normal breakfast, and bring any prescription medicine you need. Avoid trying new caffeine levels or heavy meals on exam morning.
Backup copies of key documents
Keep digital copies of your registration proof and ID in your email or cloud storage, plus one printed spare, in case an original is misplaced. This does not replace the original documents, which are usually required.
Plan the day
Confirm the venue, room, reporting time, and document requirements on the official portal, and note any announcement about computer-based versus paper-based delivery. Re-check the section list and time allocation so your practice matches the real format. Do one full timed practice set under exam conditions, then review only your error patterns instead of learning new material. Prepare the document folder and transparent pencil case, and plan the route and departure time.
Re-check the official announcement for changes to venue, session, or rules. Lay out your ID, registration proof, pencils, eraser, sharpener, watch, water, and snack by the door. Charge your phone and set two alarms. Do a light review of formulas, vocabulary, and question strategies only. Eat a normal dinner, avoid intense study after early evening, and sleep at your usual time.
Eat a proper breakfast and drink water. Leave earlier than your planned travel time, aiming to reach the venue 45-60 minutes before reporting. Switch off your phone and store prohibited items as instructed. Find the room, use the restroom, and settle in. Skim only a short summary sheet; do not start new problems that could shake your confidence.
Read the instructions and check the number of questions and time limit for each section. Answer easier questions first, mark uncertain ones, and return to them if the format allows. Watch the clock at fixed checkpoints rather than every minute. For multiple-choice items, eliminate clearly wrong options, and never leave a blank if there is no penalty for guessing; confirm with the provider whether wrong answers are penalized. If you run out of time in a section, fill remaining answers quickly and move on.
Rules to check
Bring the original identity document used at registration and your official registration or participation proof. The accepted ID types and whether a printed copy is required can vary, so confirm with the provider in advance.
Arrive before the reporting time stated on your participation card. Candidates who arrive after the cutoff are commonly refused entry, and the exact grace period is set by the provider.
Do not use or keep within reach any phone, smartwatch, earphone, calculator, or unauthorized notes in the test room. Follow the invigilator's instructions for storing devices, and treat any suspected cheating as grounds for disqualification.
Follow all invigilator instructions on seating, filling in answer sheets or using the test application, and starting or stopping work. Do not open the booklet or begin the computer test before the signal to start.
Breaks and restroom permission are controlled by the invigilator. Raise your hand and wait to be accompanied if the rules require it; do not leave the room unannounced.
Scoring and section weighting are set by the provider for each cycle and are usually competitive rather than a fixed pass mark. Check the official explanation of how results are reported and whether wrong answers are penalized before deciding on a guessing strategy.
Keep any printed materials, bags, and food or drink where the invigilator directs. Do not communicate with other candidates during the test, including by borrowing stationery or sharing answers.
If you have a medical condition or special need, contact the provider well before exam day to ask about accommodations. Do not assume arrangements can be made on the day itself.