CG PPT exam-day guide
CG PPT · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the exact ID type and name spelling the testing provider requires; the name on your ID should match your registration. If your ID name differs from your registration (nickname, married name, hyphenation), confirm with the provider before test day how to resolve it.
Confirmation email or appointment number
Print or save offline a copy of your scheduling confirmation showing test date, time, location or online link, and your candidate ID. You may be asked for it at check-in.
Know your test format and delivery method
Confirm with the provider whether CG PPT is delivered at a test center, online proctored, or both, and whether any component is open-book. Do not assume; the rules differ by delivery method.
Allowed reference materials
If the provider permits any references, confirm the exact list and format (printed vs. PDF) in advance. Many computer-based exams allow none. needs_review - verify permitted materials with the provider.
Calculator policy
Confirm with the provider whether an on-screen calculator is provided, whether a physical calculator is allowed, and which models. Do not bring one unless it is explicitly permitted.
Arrival time and travel plan
Plan to arrive earlier than your appointment - commonly 15–30 minutes, but confirm the exact check-in window with the provider. For online proctoring, confirm the platform's latest allowed login time and run the system check beforehand.
Online proctoring system check (if applicable)
If testing remotely, install the required secure browser or proctoring software, test your camera, microphone, and internet on the same machine and network you will use, and close background applications. Confirm with the provider which browsers and operating systems are supported.
Quiet, private room and clear desk (if online)
For remote testing, use a private room with a door, a clear desk, and no notes, phones, or second screens within reach unless explicitly allowed. Confirm the provider's room and desk rules in advance.
Personal items plan
Expect phones, watches, bags, and notes to be stored away or prohibited in the testing room. Confirm with the provider where personal items go and whether a locker is available.
Break and timing policy
Confirm with the provider whether breaks are scheduled, whether the clock stops during breaks, and whether you can leave the room. Plan hydration and medication around the actual policy.
Scoring and results expectations
Know the passing standard, score scale, and when results are released. Confirm these details with the provider rather than relying on secondhand reports, since scales and reporting times change.
Rest and logistics the night before
Confirm your start time in local time zone, set two alarms, prepare clothes and ID the night before, and get normal sleep. Avoid last-minute cramming that displaces sleep.
Plan the day
Stop expanding your scope. Review your own error log and the topics you have repeatedly missed, and do short timed practice sets under exam-like conditions rather than rereading everything. Reconfirm test date, time, location or online link, ID requirements, and permitted materials with the provider. If you are testing online, complete the system check now so there is time to fix problems.
Finalize travel: route, parking or transit, and a backup plan for delays. For remote testing, reserve a quiet room and tell household members your schedule. Prepare the ID and confirmation you will bring, and check that the name on your registration matches your ID.
Do a light review of summaries and formulas only if permitted; no new topics. Pack your ID, confirmation, and any explicitly allowed items. Confirm the check-in time and arrival window with the provider. Set alarms, charge devices, and go to bed at your normal time. Avoid alcohol and heavy meals late in the day.
Eat a normal meal, arrive with buffer time, and bring only permitted items. For online testing, close all other applications, plug in your laptop, and start the check-in process early in case of technical issues. Keep your ID visible for the proctor.
Read the instructions and confirm the number of questions, time limit, and how to flag and review items. If a tutorial is offered, use it to learn the interface. Note whether the clock counts up or down and whether there is a review screen.
Do a first pass answering what you know, flagging uncertain items, and skipping time sinks. Track your pace against the number of questions remaining. If the exam allows review, reserve the final minutes to revisit flagged items and confirm no unanswered questions. Answer every item unless the exam penalizes wrong answers - confirm the scoring rule with the provider.
Follow the proctor's instructions for breaks and note whether the clock runs during them. If your screen freezes, the connection drops, or you are interrupted, raise your hand or use the proctor chat immediately and note the time; do not attempt to fix the system yourself unless instructed.
Confirm with the provider when and how results are released, and whether a score report is provided at the center or by email. Note any retake policy and waiting period in case you need it.
Rules to check
Bring the ID type the provider requires and ensure the name matches your registration. If it does not, resolve the discrepancy with the provider before test day; you may be denied entry otherwise.
Arrive or log in within the provider's check-in window. Candidates who arrive after the allowed cutoff may be refused entry or have their appointment forfeited - confirm the exact cutoff with the provider.
Do not bring or use unauthorized materials, phones, smart watches, or notes in the testing room. If you are unsure whether an item is permitted, ask the provider in advance and leave it at home.
Follow all proctor instructions. For remote testing, stay in camera view, keep the room private, and do not communicate with anyone; for center testing, remain in the designated area during breaks.
Breaks are governed by the provider's policy. Confirm in advance whether scheduled breaks exist, whether the clock stops, and whether unscheduled breaks are allowed, since leaving the room may require proctor approval.
Scoring, passing standards, and result reporting are set by the provider. Do not rely on unofficial claims about cut scores or scales; verify the current policy directly.
Report any technical problem or interruption to the proctor immediately and follow their instructions. Do not troubleshoot a secure browser or restart equipment on your own unless told to.
Academic integrity rules apply: no sharing of exam content, no assistance from others, and no recording of questions. Violations can lead to score cancellation - confirm the specific policy with the provider.