IPMA Level C exam-day guide
IPMA Level C · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Photo identification
Bring the exact ID type the provider requires (commonly a passport or national ID card). Confirm the accepted forms and name-matching rules with the provider; do not assume a driving licence is accepted.
Admission or confirmation document
Print or download your appointment/confirmation letter if the provider issues one. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required or a digital version is acceptable.
Exam permit / candidate number
Note any candidate or registration number you were given. Confirm with the provider whether you need to present it at check-in.
Know the venue and route
Confirm the exact address, building entrance, and room with the provider. Do a route check in advance and plan to arrive with buffer time for security or registration queues.
Permitted writing materials
Bring pens/pencils only if the provider allows them. Many computer-based exams supply everything; confirm the permitted-items list with the provider before packing.
Personal items plan
Expect bags, phones, and smart devices to be stored or prohibited in the exam room. Confirm the provider's storage arrangements and prohibited-device policy.
Language and dictionary rules
If you are taking the exam in a second language, confirm with the provider whether any dictionary or translation aid is permitted; do not bring one unless it is explicitly allowed.
Access arrangements
If you need extra time or other accommodations, confirm that your request was approved and what evidence you must bring. Arrange this well before exam day, not on the day.
Rest, food, and hydration
Sleep well the night before and eat a normal meal. Confirm with the provider whether water or snacks are allowed in the room and whether breaks are available.
Review the exam format
Re-read the provider's official description of the exam structure, question types, duration, and scoring so you know what to expect. Use only the provider's official materials.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the provider's contact number in case of delay or emergency. Confirm the correct number and reporting procedure with the provider.
Backup transport plan
Identify a fallback route or transport option in case of disruption. Arriving late may affect admission; confirm the late-arrival policy with the provider.
Plan the day
Confirm venue, time, ID requirements, and permitted items with the provider. Review your weak areas using official materials only, and avoid learning new material. Protect your sleep schedule.
Pack your ID and any permitted documents. Re-check the route and travel time. Do a light review of key concepts and the exam format, then stop early. Eat well and go to bed at a normal time.
Eat a proper meal, dress comfortably in layers, and leave with generous buffer time. Re-check that your ID and documents are with you. Arrive early and follow check-in instructions.
Read the instructions and question format carefully before starting. Track your time against the number of questions. Answer easier questions first if the platform allows navigation, flag uncertain items, and return to them. Read each question fully, watch for qualifiers, and check answers if time permits.
Rules to check
Bring and present the identification required by the provider; confirm the accepted forms and name-matching rules with the provider in advance.
Follow all instructions from invigilators and the provider's code of conduct. Confirm the specific rules on prohibited items and devices with the provider.
Do not bring phones, smart devices, or unauthorized materials into the exam room. Confirm the provider's storage and prohibited-items policy before the exam.
Confirm the break policy with the provider in advance; do not assume breaks are allowed or that the clock stops during a break.
Confirm the scoring and pass criteria with the provider; do not rely on second-hand claims about how the exam is marked.
If you believe there is a problem with the exam conditions or a question, raise it with the invigilator at the time and follow the provider's reporting procedure.
Confirm the late-arrival and absence policy with the provider, including whether a missed exam can be rescheduled.
Use only official provider materials and your own knowledge. Do not attempt to record, copy, or share exam content.