ITI Mechanic Auto Electrical & Electronics (AITT Theory) exam-day guide

Carry the printed or downloaded admit card issued for this AITT theory paper plus one original government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, passport, or driving licence). Keep both in a single clear folder so you are not searching at the gate. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a photocopy is allowed if the original is unavailable.

Objective OMR sheets are usually machine-read, so use a dark ballpoint for filling bubbles and keep a spare. A pencil and eraser help with rough circuit sketches or calculations on the question booklet. Avoid gel pens that smudge.

Many AITT theory papers restrict or bar programmable calculators. Carry a non-programmable scientific calculator and confirm with the provider or your institute whether calculators are allowed in the exam hall before relying on one.

Mobile phones are typically banned at the desk, so a plain analog or digital wristwatch is the safest way to track time across sections. Smartwatches and fitness bands are usually treated as prohibited devices.

One A4 sheet with Ohm's law, power relations, three-phase quantities, battery capacity terms, and standard electrical/electronic symbols. Study it in the final hour outside the hall, then leave it in your bag; do not carry loose paper to the desk.

Note the reporting time, not just the exam start time. Aim to reach the centre 45-60 minutes early to absorb security checks and seating. Check the route and any local transport disruptions the day before.

Be clear on number of questions, duration, negative marking (if any), and whether sections are timed separately. Confirm these details with the provider or the official information bulletin, since they vary by session.

Food and drink are usually not allowed at the desk, but a snack kept outside helps if the paper is long. Stay hydrated before entering but avoid heavy meals that cause drowsiness.

Wear simple clothes without large logos or metal accessories that could slow security screening. Avoid shoes that are hard to remove if the centre has strict frisking.

Save the centre address, phone number, and a family contact on paper or in an offline note, because phone use inside the centre is restricted and network coverage may be poor.

Plan for 7-8 hours of sleep in the last two nights. If you wear spectacles, carry a spare pair or the prescription; reading long question stems with tired eyes causes avoidable errors.

Rules on bags, water bottles, footwear, and electronic items differ by centre. Call or check the official notice at least 48 hours before the exam rather than assuming.