UKOM Sp.PD exam-day guide
UKOM Sp.PD · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official invitation/registration confirmation from the Indonesian Medical Council (KKI) or your assigned test centre
Print a copy and also keep a digital copy. The exact document name and whether a printout is mandatory vary between cohorts; confirm with the provider (KKI or the appointed testing body) which confirmation letter is accepted.
Original identity document (KTP for Indonesian citizens, or passport for foreign candidates)
Bring the original, valid, unexpired document whose name matches your registration. Photocopies are generally not accepted as primary ID. Confirm with the provider whether a second form of ID is required and whether the ID must match the name exactly as registered.
Medical degree certificate/SIP or registration number documents if requested
Some administrations ask for proof of degree or internship completion at check-in. This is cohort-dependent; confirm with the provider which supporting documents, if any, must be presented on the day.
Stationery permitted by the provider (pencil, eraser, black pen)
For written/computer-based sections you may be given materials, but bring your own basic stationery in case. Do not bring notes, textbooks, or loose paper; these are normally prohibited in the exam room.
Exam schedule and station/room allocation
Note the exact reporting time, building, room, and whether the exam is computer-based or paper-based, and whether an OSCE-style practical component is included. Confirm the final schedule with the provider, as it can be updated close to the date.
A watch (non-smart, analogue) if allowed
Many test centres provide a clock and prohibit smartwatches and phones in the exam room. Confirm with the provider whether a simple wristwatch is permitted; never rely on your phone for timing.
Water and a light snack for breaks
Long exams may have limited or scheduled breaks. Confirm the provider's policy on food and drink in the exam room, since some centres prohibit bringing items to the desk.
Plan for transport and arrival buffer
Aim to arrive well before the reporting time (commonly 30–60 minutes early, but confirm the exact check-in window). Account for traffic, security screening, and document verification queues.
Review the provider's candidate handbook/rulebook for the current exam
Rules on calculators, phones, late arrival, and misconduct can change between administrations. Read the current official handbook and confirm any ambiguity with the provider rather than assuming.
Medical fitness and any declared special needs/accommodation
If you need extra time or other accommodation, it is usually arranged in advance, not on the day. Confirm the deadline and process with the provider.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material. Focus on consolidating high-yield topics (common internal medicine emergencies, diagnostic algorithms, guideline-based management) and re-read your own summary notes. Confirm the exam venue, reporting time, and required documents by checking the provider's official communication. Prepare and lay out your ID, confirmation letter, and stationery. Protect sleep: avoid all-nighters, which impair recall and clinical reasoning.
Do a light review only, ideally of your weakest but highest-yield areas. Reconfirm transport plans and set multiple alarms. Pack your bag the night before: original ID, confirmation letter, permitted stationery, water/snack if allowed. Check the provider's site once more for last-minute schedule or venue changes. Eat a normal meal and aim for a full night's sleep.
Eat a proper breakfast and hydrate. Arrive early with a buffer for security and document checks. Leave prohibited items (phones, smartwatches, notes) outside the exam room as instructed. At check-in, present your original ID and confirmation; follow staff instructions for seating and materials. Take a few minutes to settle your breathing before the start.
Read instructions and item stems carefully; for clinical vignettes, identify the key finding and the question asked before choosing. Pace yourself: note the number of items and time available, and avoid spending too long on any single question. For uncertain items, use a process of elimination and move on; return if time permits. For OSCE-style stations, read the task, introduce yourself, obtain consent, and verbalise your reasoning clearly. Watch the clock but do not panic; keep answers legible and complete.
Rules to check
Bring the original, valid identity document required by the provider; the name must match your registration. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a secondary ID is needed.
Arrive before the reporting time; late arrivals may be refused entry. Confirm the exact check-in window and late-arrival policy with the provider, as these can vary between administrations.
Do not bring phones, smartwatches, notes, textbooks, or unauthorised electronic devices into the exam room. Follow the provider's instructions on where to store personal belongings.
Follow all instructions from invigilators and abide by the provider's misconduct rules; any suspected cheating or impersonation can lead to disqualification. Refer to the current candidate handbook for the precise definitions and consequences.
Breaks are usually scheduled and supervised; confirm with the provider whether unscheduled breaks are allowed and whether you may leave the room during the exam.
Scoring and pass criteria are set by the provider and may combine written and practical components. Do not assume a scoring formula; confirm the current pass standard and result timeline with the provider.
If you have a disability or need accommodations, request them in advance through the provider's official process; on-the-day requests are generally not accommodated.
Keep the confirmation letter and any result correspondence; if there is a discrepancy in your registration or results, contact the provider promptly through official channels.