EAMAC Sélection CCA exam-day guide
EAMAC Sélection CCA · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Convocation / convocation email
Bring the convocation or invitation you received from the exam centre. It normally shows your candidate number, the session time and the venue. If you have not received one, contact the provider before the exam day; do not assume you can be admitted without it.
Valid photo identity document
Bring the original identity document accepted by the provider (typically a national identity card or passport). Check the exact accepted documents and validity requirements with the provider in advance; expired or non-original documents may be refused.
Confirmation of the exact venue and access instructions
Re-read the venue address, building entrance, floor and room number. Many exam centres are in large campuses or office buildings; identify the correct entrance and any security check-in procedure the day before.
Travel plan and backup route
Plan to arrive well before the reporting time, with a backup route in case of transport disruption. Confirm with the provider what happens if you arrive late; late admission rules vary and should not be assumed.
Permitted stationery only
Bring only the stationery the provider explicitly allows (for example black or blue pens, pencils, eraser). Confirm with the provider whether any stationery is supplied and whether personal items such as pencil cases are allowed at the desk.
Watch (non-connected, if permitted)
A simple analogue or digital watch can help you pace yourself if the room clock is not visible. Confirm with the provider that a watch is allowed and that smartwatches or connected devices are prohibited.
No electronic devices at the desk
Phones, smartwatches, earphones and any connected device must normally be switched off and stored as instructed. Confirm with the provider where such items must be left and what happens if they are found at the desk.
Personal medication and access arrangements
If you need medication, food, water or specific access arrangements during the test, confirm with the provider in advance how these are authorised and how you should declare them on arrival. Do not assume they will be allowed without prior agreement.
Review of the test format and instructions
Re-read the official instructions for the test: number and type of sections, question formats, time limits and whether there is a separate answer sheet. Know in advance how much time you will have and how the sections are sequenced.
Rest, hydration and a light meal
Sleep well the night before, eat a light meal before the session and bring water only if the provider allows it in the room. Avoid heavy meals and excessive caffeine that could affect concentration.
Plan for storing personal belongings
Confirm with the provider whether bags, coats and phones can be stored securely at the centre or must be left outside. Arrive with minimal belongings to reduce check-in time.
Emergency contact and provider contact details
Keep the provider's contact details and your emergency contact accessible in case of transport problems or illness. If you cannot attend, confirm with the provider as early as possible what notification and deferral rules apply.
Plan the day
Confirm the logistics: re-read the convocation, verify the venue address and reporting time, check your identity document is valid, and plan your route with a backup option. Review the official test format and instructions rather than trying to learn new material. Prepare the exact items you will bring and check that no prohibited device is in your bag. Confirm with the provider any access arrangements, medication or permitted items. Protect your sleep schedule and avoid last-minute cramming that disrupts rest.
Pack your bag with the convocation, identity document, permitted stationery and any authorised items. Lay out clothes and travel documents. Do a short, calm review of key concepts and question strategies, then stop. Check transport schedules and any planned disruptions. Set two alarms. Eat a normal meal, avoid alcohol, and go to bed at a reasonable time. Confirm with the provider if you have any last-minute question about admission or permitted items.
Eat a light breakfast and hydrate moderately. Leave early enough to arrive with a margin before the reporting time. Carry only what is permitted; switch off your phone before entering the centre and store it as instructed. On arrival, follow check-in and identity verification, listen carefully to the invigilator's instructions, and locate the facilities before the session starts. If you feel unwell, inform the invigilator immediately.
Read the instructions for each section carefully and note the time allocation. Work at a steady pace, answer the questions you know first and flag uncertain ones to return to. Keep an eye on the time and leave a few minutes to transfer answers if a separate answer sheet is used. Follow the invigilator's rules on breaks, questions and leaving the room. If you need to leave temporarily, follow the centre's procedure; confirm with the provider in advance what the rules are. Stay calm if a question is difficult and move on rather than losing time.
Rules to check
Bring the original identity document accepted by the provider and the convocation. Admission may be refused if you cannot prove your identity; confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether photocopies are allowed.
Arrive at the reporting time stated on your convocation. Late admission rules vary between centres and sessions; confirm with the provider what happens if you arrive after the reporting time.
Electronic devices, including phones and smartwatches, must be switched off and stored as instructed. Do not keep any device at your desk; confirm with the provider where belongings must be left.
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times. Do not communicate with other candidates during the test, do not look at others' work, and do not use unauthorised materials. Suspected misconduct may lead to cancellation of your result; the exact procedure should be confirmed with the provider.
Breaks and leaving the room are usually controlled by the invigilator. Confirm with the provider in advance whether breaks are permitted, whether you may leave and return, and whether any extra time is granted.
Scoring and result publication follow the provider's rules. Do not assume a pass mark, a penalty for wrong answers, or a result date; confirm these details with the provider and read the official candidate information.
If you have a disability, medical condition or other special need, request any access arrangements with the provider well before the exam day. Do not assume arrangements can be made on the day.
If you are ill or unable to attend, contact the provider as soon as possible. Deferral, refund and absence rules are set by the provider; confirm them in advance rather than assuming an automatic right to reschedule.