JQCV B1 (Mitjà) exam-day guide
JQCV B1 (Mitjà) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official photo ID
Bring the identity document you used when registering (DNI, passport, or residence card). The name must match your registration exactly. Confirm with the provider which documents they accept.
Enrollment confirmation / exam summons
Print or download the confirmation showing date, time, and venue. Some centres ask to see it at reception; confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is required.
Know the exact venue and arrival time
Check the address and which entrance or building to use. Plan to arrive with margin, since late entry rules vary by centre. Confirm with the provider how early you should arrive and whether latecomers are admitted.
Writing materials
Bring two blue or black pens and a pencil with eraser in case an answer sheet must be filled in by hand. Confirm with the provider whether materials are supplied and whether pencil is allowed for the answer sheet.
No electronic devices at your seat
Switch off your phone and leave it in your bag as instructed. Smartwatches and earbuds should stay outside the exam room. Confirm with the provider where bags and devices must be stored.
Water in a clear container
A small clear bottle is usually acceptable; labels may need to be removed. Confirm with the provider whether drinks are allowed at the desk.
Review the task formats the day before
Re-read the instructions for each part (reading, listening, writing, and the oral interaction if your level includes it) so you recognise the format immediately and do not lose time reading rubrics.
Prepare your oral-test routine if applicable
Practise a short self-introduction and a few topic phrases aloud. Confirm with the provider the structure and duration of the oral component for your level.
Plan the journey and a backup
Check transport times for the morning of the exam and identify an alternative route in case of delays. Aim to be at the venue well before the stated start.
Rest and light preparation the night before
Do not study new material late. A short review of familiar phrases and a full night's sleep will help more than cramming.
Plan the day
Confirm the venue, date, and start time from your enrollment confirmation, and check the journey. Re-read the official instructions for each test part so you know the number of tasks and the time allowed per section. Confirm with the provider any details you are unsure about, such as accepted ID or arrival time.
Do one full timed practice run under exam conditions, without pausing audio or checking notes. Mark which parts cost you the most time and focus the remaining days there.
Light review only: familiar vocabulary, useful connectors for the writing task, and a few set phrases for speaking. Prepare your clothes, ID, pens, water, and confirmation in one place. Check transport again and set two alarms.
Stop studying in the evening. Eat a normal meal, avoid heavy screen time, and sleep at your usual hour. Do not try to memorise new grammar the night before.
Eat a proper breakfast and arrive at the venue with margin. Keep your ID and confirmation accessible. Switch off your phone before entering the building and follow staff instructions about bags and seating.
Read the rubric for each part before starting. Answer the easier items first and return to difficult ones. For listening, read the questions ahead of the audio and do not stop to dwell on a missed item. For writing, plan briefly, watch the word count, and leave a minute to check agreement and spelling.
Keep an eye on the clock and divide time according to the marks or number of items in each section. If you finish early, use the time to check that no item is left blank, since an unanswered item scores nothing.
Note which parts felt weak while the memory is fresh. Ask the centre or check the official website for the result publication date and the procedure for requesting your certificate or a review, if one exists. Confirm with the provider how results are issued.
Rules to check
Bring the same photo ID used at registration and keep it on the desk if instructed. If your document is expired or the name differs from your registration, contact the provider before exam day.
Arrive before the stated start time. Admission after the test has begun is at the centre's discretion, so confirm the late-entry policy with the provider in advance.
Phones, smartwatches, and earbuds must be switched off and stored away from your desk. Using any device during the test may lead to annulment of your paper.
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times. Do not communicate with other candidates, exchange materials, or look at another person's paper during the test.
Breaks are generally not permitted during timed sections; if you need to leave the room, raise your hand and expect supervision. Confirm with the provider whether any break is allowed.
Write only in the spaces or on the answer sheet indicated. Answers written outside the designated areas, or in the wrong section, may not be marked.
Scoring follows the official criteria for each skill; there is no penalty for guessing on multiple-choice items, so leave nothing blank. Confirm the pass requirements and weighting with the provider.
Do not remove exam materials from the room. If you believe there was a problem with the test conditions, report it to the invigilator on the day and follow the provider's complaints procedure afterwards.