CBN Aptitude Test exam-day guide
CBN Aptitude Test · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID in the exact name used on your registration. Confirm with the provider which forms of ID are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required.
Exam appointment confirmation
Print or save the confirmation email with your test date, time, and location or login details. Confirm with the provider whether a printed copy is mandatory.
Admission or registration details
Have your candidate/registration number and any password or access code ready. Confirm with the provider exactly what login credentials the test platform requires.
Directions and arrival time
Plan your route and know the check-in time, which is usually earlier than the start time. Confirm with the provider how early you must arrive and the late-arrival cutoff.
Permitted calculator or tools
If the test allows a calculator, bring only the approved model. Confirm with the provider which devices are allowed and whether an on-screen calculator is provided.
Scratch paper and writing tools
Bring pencils and blank paper only if permitted; many test centres supply them and prohibit your own. Confirm with the provider what is provided versus allowed.
Personal items plan
Expect phones, watches, bags, and notes to be stored away or prohibited. Confirm with the provider the storage arrangements and prohibited-items list.
Comfort needs
Bring water and a light snack only if permitted during breaks. Confirm with the provider the break policy and whether food and drink are allowed at your seat.
Rest and logistics the night before
Set two alarms, charge devices, and get a full night's sleep. Avoid last-minute cramming that disrupts rest.
Accessibility or special arrangements
If you need accommodations, confirm well in advance that they are approved and noted on your booking. Confirm with the provider the process and any documentation deadline.
Backup plan for tech or transport problems
For a remote test, check your internet, camera, and microphone beforehand and have a phone number for support. Confirm with the provider the technical requirements and support contact.
Review the test format
Know the number of sections, question types, and time limits so you can pace yourself. Confirm with the provider the current format and timing, as these can change.
Plan the day
Confirm your appointment, ID, and directions or login details. Take one or two timed practice sets under exam conditions, then review errors rather than learning new material. Protect sleep and keep the last day light.
Pack your ID, confirmation, and permitted items. Lay out clothes and plan meals and transport. Do a short review of key formulas or strategies only, then stop early and sleep at your normal time.
Eat a normal breakfast, arrive or log in early, and avoid heavy caffeine if you are sensitive. Do a brief warm-up of a few easy questions, then stop so you stay fresh.
Read each question fully, answer easier items first, and flag hard ones to return to. Watch the clock and keep a steady pace. If unsure, eliminate options and make your best choice rather than leaving blanks unless the scoring penalises guessing (confirm with the provider).
Rules to check
Bring the exact ID required and ensure the name matches your registration; you may be refused entry otherwise.
Follow all instructions from invigilators or proctors, including seating, device, and item-storage rules.
Do not bring or use unauthorised materials, phones, smartwatches, or notes; treat any suspected cheating as a serious violation.
Confirm with the provider the policy on breaks, including whether you may leave the room and whether the clock stops.
Confirm with the provider how the test is scored, including whether unanswered questions or wrong answers are penalised, so you know whether to guess.
If you are unwell or have an emergency, contact the provider as soon as possible to ask about rescheduling; do not simply fail to appear without notifying them.
Keep track of time yourself; do not rely solely on proctor reminders or on-screen warnings.