ISACA CCAK exam-day guide
ISACA CCAK · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Primary photo ID
Bring an original, unexpired, government-issued photo ID. The name must match your CCAK registration exactly. If there is any mismatch, contact ISACA before the appointment; do not wait until check-in.
Secondary ID requirement
needs_review - confirm with the provider whether a second form of ID is required for your delivery mode (remote proctoring vs. test center). Requirements can differ by location and provider.
Appointment confirmation
Have your appointment confirmation number and test-delivery instructions available. Confirm whether a printed copy is allowed in the testing room; if not, keep it accessible before check-in only.
System readiness check
For remote delivery, run the official equipment/system test on the same computer, webcam, microphone, and network you will use. For a test center, confirm the address, parking/transit plan, and arrival entrance.
Webcam, microphone, and speakers/headset
needs_review - confirm which devices are required or prohibited for your delivery mode. Have a backup headset/microphone available if permitted, but do not connect unauthorized devices during the exam.
Reliable internet and power
Use a stable connection; wired Ethernet is preferable where available. Have a backup connection method and a charger/power source ready. Do not rely on public Wi-Fi for remote proctoring.
Private room and clear workspace
Use a quiet, well-lit room with a closed door. Clear the desk of notes, books, phones, smart watches, and unauthorized materials. Confirm whether wall posters/notes must be removed or covered.
Scratch materials or whiteboard
needs_review - confirm with the provider whether scratch paper, a whiteboard, or an on-screen notepad is allowed, and what erase/show rules apply. Use only the approved format.
Permitted personal items
needs_review - confirm whether water, tissues, medication, or other items are allowed at your workstation. Keep only approved items within reach; store everything else as instructed.
Check-in time and arrival plan
needs_review - confirm how early you should log in or arrive. Allow extra time for identity verification, room scan, and equipment checks. For a test center, plan for traffic and security screening.
Candidate handbook and conduct rules
Read the current ISACA exam candidate handbook or delivery instructions for conduct, breaks, scoring, accommodations, and incident reporting. Confirm any policy you are unsure about directly with ISACA or the test provider.
Plan the day
Re-read the candidate handbook and delivery instructions. Confirm appointment time, time zone, ID name match, room/equipment rules, and break policy. Resolve any ID or accommodation issue with ISACA now, not on exam day.
Run the official system test in the exact room and on the exact equipment you will use. Update the operating system/browser only if required, then re-test. Prepare a backup internet and power plan.
Do light review only: skim your weak-domain notes, rehearse pacing with a few practice questions, and stop new-topic cramming. Protect sleep; exam performance depends on sustained attention.
Re-confirm the appointment and check for provider emails. Charge devices, pack your ID and confirmation, and set out approved items. Clear the desk and room; inform household members not to interrupt.
Do a final quick equipment check, then stop studying early. Set two alarms, confirm the start time in your local time zone, and plan food, water, and restroom breaks before check-in.
Eat a normal meal and hydrate. Avoid heavy caffeine or alcohol. Log in or arrive earlier than the minimum check-in time so identity verification and room scan do not eat into exam time.
Close all applications, disable notifications, turn off phones and smart watches, and keep them out of reach. Have your ID ready. Use the restroom before check-in and confirm break rules with the proctor.
Read each question fully, identify the key requirement, and answer every question. Flag uncertain items and move on; do not let one question consume disproportionate time.
Track your pace against the confirmed question count and time limit. Reserve time to review flagged questions. Use only approved scratch materials and never notes or external references.
If a technical issue occurs, stay calm and contact the proctor immediately. Note the time and ask for an incident report or next-step guidance; do not troubleshoot alone or continue silently.
Rules to check
Your ID must match your registration name exactly. If it does not, contact ISACA before the exam; you may be denied entry or testing access.
Follow all proctor instructions. Unauthorized materials, notes, devices, recording, or another person in the room can invalidate your result and may lead to misconduct action.
Break rules vary by delivery mode. Confirm with the provider whether breaks are scheduled or unscheduled, whether the timer stops, and whether you may leave the camera view.
ISACA exams are typically reported on a scaled score, not a raw number correct. Confirm the current passing score and score-report interpretation with ISACA; do not estimate pass/fail from question count.
Do not communicate with anyone except the proctor during the exam. Do not read questions aloud if that could be captured, and do not use external help or search tools.
If you experience a technical failure, notify the proctor immediately and document the time. Ask what incident-reporting step is required before you resume or end the session.
Personal items such as phones, smart watches, and bags must be stored as instructed and kept out of reach. Confirm whether they must be powered off, not merely silenced.
Appointment changes, cancellations, accommodations, and retake rules are provider-specific. Confirm them with ISACA or the test provider rather than assuming a policy.