NTN REACT exam-day guide
NTN REACT · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Government-issued photo ID
Bring the original, unexpired ID you used when registering. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required.
Admission confirmation and appointment details
Have your confirmation email or appointment number available (printed and on your phone). Confirm with the provider whether printed confirmation is mandatory.
Know your test delivery mode and location
Verify whether you are testing at a test center or proctored online, and note the exact address or access link. Confirm with the provider if you are unsure.
Review the provider's exam-day rules
Read the current candidate handbook or agreement for permitted items, calculator policy, and personal belongings. Policies can change; confirm with the provider before test day.
Plan arrival time and route
Arrive at least 15–30 minutes before your scheduled start if testing in person, and allow for traffic or transit delays. Confirm with the provider whether late arrivals are admitted.
Arrange transport and backup plan
Have a backup route or contact in case of disruption. For online testing, confirm your internet connection and power backup.
Prepare permitted comfort items
Bring water and a light snack only if the provider permits them at your seat or during breaks. Confirm with the provider what is allowed in the testing room.
For online proctoring: system check
Run the provider's equipment and environment check in advance. Have a charged device, webcam, microphone, and stable internet. Confirm with the provider the required browser and room conditions.
Know your scoring and result timeline
Understand how the exam is scored and when results are released. Confirm with the provider the pass standard and reporting method if not stated in your candidate handbook.
Leave prohibited items at home or in storage
Do not bring notes, smart devices, or study materials into the testing area. Confirm with the provider where personal belongings must be stored.
Sleep and logistics the night before
Set two alarms, charge your phone, and prepare clothing and documents the night before. This is general advice, not a provider requirement.
Emergency contact and provider phone number
Save the provider's candidate services number in case of illness or delay. Confirm with the provider how to report an emergency.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material. Review your summary sheets, formulas, and previously missed practice items. Do one timed practice set under exam conditions, then review errors only. Confirm your appointment time, location or online link, and ID requirements. Prepare your documents and permitted items. Protect sleep: aim for normal rest rather than late-night cramming.
Do a light review of high-yield topics and the exam interface or question format. Pack your ID, confirmation, and permitted items. For online testing, run the system check and clear your workspace. Set alarms and plan your route or connection. Avoid alcohol and heavy meals; go to bed at your usual time.
Eat a normal meal and hydrate. Recheck your ID and confirmation. Arrive early if in person; log in early if online. Use the restroom before check-in. Keep conversation with other candidates minimal and avoid last-minute discussion of exam content. Follow check-in instructions exactly.
Read the instructions and note the time limit and break policy. Do a quick pass to answer confident questions, flag uncertain ones, then return to them. Watch the clock and keep a pace that leaves time to review flagged items. Use breaks only as permitted; note that clock rules during breaks vary, so confirm with the provider. If a technical issue occurs, raise your hand or contact the proctor immediately and note the time.
Follow the provider's checkout procedure. Note when and how results will be released. Do not attempt to record or share exam content. If you experienced a disruption, ask the proctor or candidate services how to document it.
Rules to check
Bring the original, unexpired government-issued photo ID used at registration. The name must match your registration; confirm with the provider what to do if your ID name differs.
Arrive or log in before your scheduled start time. Late arrival may result in forfeiture of your appointment or fee; confirm with the provider the exact cutoff and rescheduling policy.
Do not bring notes, phones, smart watches, or other unauthorized devices into the testing area. Store belongings as directed; confirm with the provider what is permitted at your seat.
Follow the proctor's instructions and the candidate agreement at all times. Attempting to copy, share, or reconstruct exam content violates test security rules and can void your result.
Breaks are permitted only as stated in the exam instructions. Whether the clock stops during breaks and what you may access varies; confirm with the provider before test day.
Scoring and pass standards are set by the provider. Do not assume a raw percentage pass mark; confirm with the provider how your result is reported and whether partial credit applies.
If you need accommodations, request them through the provider's process well before test day. Do not assume accommodations can be arranged on the day; confirm with the provider.
Report any technical problem or rule concern to the proctor immediately and ask how it will be documented. Do not attempt to resolve it by leaving the testing area without permission.