Maharashtra SSC Physical Activity Facilitator Pre-Voc/NSQF exam-day guide
Maharashtra SSC Physical Activity Facilitator Pre-Voc/NSQF · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Admit card / hall ticket and photo ID
Carry the original printed admit card and the photo ID named on it, such as your school ID or another accepted government photo ID. Keep a photocopy in your bag as backup. needs_review - confirm the exact ID documents and number of copies with your school or provider.
Session plan / lesson plan
Prepare a one-page plan for the activity you will lead: group size, equipment, warm-up, main activity, cool-down, safety points, and adaptations for participants who need them. needs_review - confirm whether the examiner requires a written plan and what format is accepted.
Practical record book / logbook
Bring your completed practical record with dated entries and teacher signatures if your school has maintained one. needs_review - confirm whether the record book is part of the practical assessment and whether it must be submitted before your turn.
Sports kit
Wear a clean T-shirt, track pants or shorts, and non-marking sports shoes. Remove jewellery and loose items that could injure you or a participant. needs_review - confirm the exact dress code and whether a school PE uniform is required.
Water bottle and towel
Bring a labelled water bottle and a small towel. Drink water before the session and during permitted breaks, not only when you feel thirsty.
Whistle and stopwatch, if permitted
A facilitator often uses a whistle and stopwatch for signals and timing. needs_review - confirm whether the centre supplies these or whether you may bring your own; do not assume personal equipment will be allowed.
Emergency and medical information
Carry a small card with your emergency contact and any medical condition, such as asthma or allergy. Tell the examiner before your session if you need an inhaler or other medication.
First-aid awareness
Locate the first-aid box and the emergency contact at the venue before your turn. Do not bring or use medicines unless the examiner instructs you to do so.
Pen and small notebook
Keep a pen and notebook for examiner instructions, viva points, or last-minute reminders. Keep your phone switched off and out of the practical area unless the examiner permits its use.
Spare clothes and socks
Pack a spare T-shirt and socks in case you sweat heavily or the ground is wet. Keep them in a separate bag if changing rooms are limited.
Plan the day
Confirm reporting time, venue, entry gate, and whether you must bring your own equipment. Rehearse your 8–12 minute session aloud with a friend or in front of a mirror, including safety instructions and demonstrations. Check that your kit is washed and shoes are clean. Revise warm-up and cool-down principles, major muscle groups, and safe technique for the activities you plan to teach.
Pack your bag with documents, kit, water, towel, and any permitted equipment. Charge your phone but plan to keep it off during the test. Do only light practice; avoid heavy training that could leave you sore. Sleep 7–8 hours and set two alarms.
Eat a normal, light meal and drink water. Arrive at least 30–45 minutes before reporting time; confirm the exact reporting time with the provider. Wear your kit, carry documents in a clear folder, and do a 5-minute warm-up and mobility routine. Visit the toilet and locate the first-aid point.
Listen to the examiner's instructions and check the equipment and ground for hazards such as wet floor, stones, or poor lighting. Introduce yourself clearly and state the activity and safety rules before starting.
Use a loud, clear voice. Demonstrate from the side so all participants can see, give short instructions, and check understanding. Monitor breathing, form, and fatigue, and offer a modified version for anyone who needs it. Keep the session moving and stay within the time limit.
Answer viva questions in short, factual sentences. If you do not know an answer, say so and explain how you would check. Cool down, thank the participants, and collect your belongings. Do not discuss marks or argue with the examiner.
Rules to check
Carry original documents. needs_review - confirm the provider's rule on originals, photocopies, and late entry before the exam day.
Arrive before reporting time. Late entry may be refused; confirm the late-entry policy with the provider.
Follow the examiner's instructions exactly. Ask clarifying questions before you start, not during another candidate's turn.
Put safety over performance. Do not prescribe or demonstrate an exercise you cannot perform safely, and stop any activity if a participant shows dizziness, chest pain, or distress.
Declare injuries or medical conditions to the examiner before the practical. Do not hide a condition to avoid looking weak.
Keep phones off and out of the practical area unless the examiner permits their use for timing or music.
Ask the examiner before leaving the area for water or a break; do not wander around the venue. needs_review - confirm break rules with the provider.
Do not ask for marks during the test; scoring is done against the examiner's checklist. Ask the provider for the mark distribution before the exam.