III IC-22 exam-day guide
III IC-22 · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the exact ID the testing provider requires; the name must match your registration. If you are unsure which forms of ID are accepted or whether a secondary ID is needed, confirm with the provider before test day.
Admission or scheduling confirmation
Print or save your appointment confirmation showing date, time, and test center or remote-proctoring link. Verify the start time and time zone, since remote sessions may be listed in a different zone than your local one.
Approved calculator (if permitted)
Check the current candidate handbook for the calculator model or on-screen calculator policy. Do not assume a physical calculator is allowed; confirm with the provider and practice with the same tool you will use.
Reference materials or formula sheet policy
Determine whether any reference sheet is provided on-screen or must be memorized. Do not bring notes or printed material unless the handbook explicitly permits it; confirm with the provider.
Test-center logistics or remote set-up check
For a test center, confirm the address, parking, and arrival buffer. For remote proctoring, run the system check, test your webcam and microphone, and confirm your room meets the environment rules.
Permitted comfort items
Water, tissues, and medication may be restricted; ask the provider in advance about exceptions and any medical accommodation process. Accommodations usually require prior approval, not a same-day request.
Rest and travel plan
Plan to arrive with buffer time rather than cutting it close. Late arrival can mean forfeiture of your seat and fee, so confirm the provider's cutoff for admission.
Study summary you can review in minutes
Prepare a one-page personal summary of formulas, definitions, and commonly confused concepts. Use it only before you enter the testing room; leave it in a locker or bag once the exam begins.
Scratch paper and writing tool policy
Many providers supply erasable sheets and a marker and prohibit bringing your own. Confirm the current rule with the provider so you are not surprised at check-in.
Personal items plan
Expect to store bags, phones, and watches in a locker or away from your workspace. Phones must typically be off or silenced and out of reach for the entire session.
Scoring and result-timing expectations
Know how the exam is scored and when results are released. If the handbook does not state this clearly, confirm with the provider rather than relying on forum reports.
Plan the day
Shift from learning new material to consolidating. Re-read your one-page summary, redo a small set of missed questions, and confirm logistics: ID, appointment time, location or remote link, and any approved items. Protect sleep and stop heavy cramming the night before.
Do a light review only. Pack your ID and confirmation, lay out clothing, and check travel or internet backup plans. Confirm the arrival time and any check-in window. Avoid starting new topics that could undermine confidence.
Eat a normal meal, arrive early, and keep pre-exam review brief. At check-in, follow proctor instructions, empty pockets, and store personal items. For remote testing, close other applications and keep your desk clear before launching the session.
Read each question fully, note key qualifiers such as 'except' or 'best', and answer easier items first if the platform allows navigation. Flag uncertain items and return to them. Watch the clock, keep a steady pace, and use scheduled breaks only as the provider permits. Before submitting, check for unanswered questions.
Rules to check
Present valid, unexpired identification matching your registration; without acceptable ID you may be denied entry and lose your fee. Confirm accepted ID forms with the provider.
Follow all proctor instructions and the prohibited-items list. Unauthorized materials, notes, or devices at your workspace can lead to dismissal or score invalidation.
Do not communicate with other candidates during the exam, and do not share, photograph, or reproduce exam content afterward; doing so can void your result.
Use only breaks the provider allows. Leaving the testing area without authorization may end your session, and the clock generally keeps running during authorized breaks unless the provider states otherwise.
If a technical problem occurs during a remote session, pause and contact the proctor or support immediately rather than troubleshooting alone, and note the time of the incident.
Understand how scoring works before test day: whether it is pass/fail or scaled, whether wrong answers penalize you, and when results are released. If this is unclear, confirm with the provider.
Request any accommodations well before test day; same-day requests are generally not granted. Confirm the provider's process and deadlines.
If you must reschedule or cancel, follow the provider's stated deadlines and fees; confirm the current policy rather than assuming a grace period.