AIIMS B.Sc. Nursing exam-day guide
AIIMS B.Sc. Nursing · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Printed admit card (needs_review: confirm the exact download window and whether a colour print is required in the current information bulletin)
Download the admit card from the official portal as soon as the link opens. Check that your name, photograph, signature, category, exam centre address, shift, and reporting time are correct. If anything is wrong, contact the exam authority immediately through the official helpdesk rather than correcting it yourself.
Original photo ID matching the admit card, plus one photocopy
Carry a government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar, PAN card, passport, or driving licence in original. The name and photograph must match your admit card. A photocopy alone is usually not accepted; keep the copy as backup. Confirm which IDs the provider lists as acceptable.
Recent passport-size photographs, same as the one uploaded (needs_review: confirm the number required)
Carry at least two identical prints in case the centre asks for one for the attendance sheet or any discrepancy. Do not staple or fold them. Keep them in a small envelope so they stay clean and uncreased.
Black or blue ballpoint pen
You will sign attendance sheets and may need to write a declaration. Do not rely on the centre providing pens. Carry two so a failed pen does not delay you at the verification desk.
Transparent water bottle (needs_review: some centres restrict bottles at the desk)
Stay hydrated, especially if the shift is long and the weather is hot. A transparent bottle is easier to clear security. Confirm whether the centre allows it inside the hall or only in the waiting area.
Simple, comfortable clothing that follows the dress code (needs_review: confirm the exact dress-code circular)
Avoid heavy embroidery, large metal buttons, belts with metal buckles, and jewellery; these slow security checks. Wear footwear that is easy to remove if required. A simple kurta or shirt with cotton trousers is usually practical; check the current circular before deciding.
Exam centre address, route plan, and backup transport
Visit or map the route the day before. Note the gate number and landmark, because large campuses have multiple entrances. Plan a backup transport option and add a 30–45 minute buffer for traffic, security queues, and finding the correct block.
Spectacles if prescribed; avoid contact lenses on exam day (needs_review: confirm any centre-specific rule)
Carry your spectacle prescription and a cleaning cloth. Contact lenses can cause dryness during a long computer-based test. If you need any assistive device, confirm the approval process with the provider well before the exam.
Medical or accommodation certificate, if you have an approved special need (needs_review)
If you requested a scribe, extra time, or a specific seating arrangement, carry the approval letter or medical documentation. Arrive early so the centre staff can verify it without eating into your test time. Confirm the process with the provider in advance.
A small pouch for documents and no prohibited items
Keep the admit card, ID, photographs, and pen in one clear pouch. Leave mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth earphones, calculators, study notes, and bags at home or with a companion. Possession of prohibited items can lead to disqualification under the provider’s rules.
Plan the day
Download and print the admit card; verify every detail against your application. Read the current information bulletin for reporting time, dress code, prohibited items, and scoring rules. Confirm the centre location and travel time. Gather ID, photographs, and pen in one folder. Keep revision light: revise formulas, mnemonics, and error logs rather than starting new topics.
If the centre is far, travel to the city and stay near it. Do a route rehearsal to the gate, noting security queues and landmarks. Set a sleep schedule that matches the exam shift. Do one short timed practice set to keep your pacing sharp, then stop. Avoid group discussions that create anxiety or misinformation.
Pack the pouch with the admit card, original ID, photographs, and pens. Lay out clothes that meet the dress code. Confirm the reporting time and set two alarms. Eat a normal dinner, avoid alcohol and heavy caffeine, and sleep 7–8 hours. Do not stay up memorising new facts.
Eat a light breakfast you tolerate well and hydrate moderately. Leave with enough buffer to arrive at least 60–90 minutes before reporting time, or earlier if the provider instructs. Use the restroom before entry. Do not carry study notes to the gate; hand them to a companion or leave them behind. Keep the admit card and ID in hand for repeated checks.
Join the correct queue for your shift and category. Keep documents ready for verification, biometric capture, and photograph. Follow staff instructions, avoid crowding, and do not argue with security. If your name or photograph does not match, ask for the invigilator or centre coordinator immediately rather than waiting.
Read the on-screen instructions and check the question palette and timer before starting. Attempt easier questions first, mark doubtful ones for review, and return to them. Watch the clock and keep a few minutes for final review. Do not attempt to communicate with other candidates. If a computer or question glitch occurs, raise your hand and wait for the invigilator; do not reboot anything yourself.
Hand over rough sheets or any materials as instructed, and leave only after the invigilator confirms your exit. Do not discuss question content inside the centre premises. Note any serious technical issue and report it through the provider’s official channel with your registration details. Keep the admit card safe for later stages.
Rules to check
Carry the original photo ID specified by the provider; a photocopy alone is usually not accepted. If the name on your ID differs from your application, carry supporting documents and confirm the correction process with the provider before exam day.
Mobile phones, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, calculators, and study material are prohibited in the exam hall. Possession can lead to disqualification under the provider’s rules; do not assume you can leave them at the desk.
There is normally no break during a computer-based test. Use the restroom before entry and plan hydration accordingly. If you need to leave the hall for a medical emergency, follow invigilator instructions; lost time is generally not compensated unless the provider rules say otherwise.
Scoring, negative marking, and tie-breaking rules vary by year and exam. Confirm the exact scheme in the current information bulletin instead of relying on coaching-centre claims or previous-year assumptions.
Follow the announced dress code and cooperate with security and biometric checks. Metal items, heavy embroidery, and jewellery slow entry and may be refused. If you have a medical implant or disability requiring accommodation, confirm the approval process with the provider in advance.
Do not communicate with other candidates, look at another screen, or pass material during the test. Invigilators may record biometric and video evidence; misconduct can lead to cancellation of your candidature.
If a question appears wrong or the computer malfunctions, raise your hand and inform the invigilator. Do not attempt to fix the system yourself. After the exam, report serious issues through the official grievance channel with your registration number.
Keep your admit card and ID safe after the exam. You may need them for later admission stages, and the provider may not issue duplicates quickly.