PEC EPE Part-I exam-day guide
PEC EPE Part-I · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Admission permit / hall ticket
Print a physical copy of your admission permit from the official PEC portal. Verify your name, roll number, exam center, and test date. If you cannot download it, contact the provider immediately. Confirm the exact format (print vs. digital) with the provider.
Original valid photo ID
Carry the original government-issued photo ID (CNIC, passport, or equivalent) that matches the name on your admission permit. Photocopies are usually not accepted; confirm the accepted ID types with the provider.
Passport-size photographs
Bring two to four recent passport-size photographs (same as used in your application). Some centers paste one on the attendance sheet; confirm the exact number with the provider.
Black/blue ballpoint pens
Bring at least two working ballpoint pens (black or blue as specified on the answer sheet). Avoid gel pens unless the provider explicitly allows them. Pencil is typically only for rough work or OMR bubbling if instructed.
Transparent water bottle
Carry a clear, unlabeled water bottle if the center allows it. Confirm the center's policy on water bottles with the provider.
Simple analog watch (optional)
A basic analog watch helps you track time if the hall clock is not visible. Smartwatches and digital watches with communication features are prohibited. Confirm with the provider whether any watch is allowed.
Know your exam center location
Visit or map the exact center address a day before. Plan for traffic and security checks; arrive at least 60–90 minutes before the reporting time. Confirm the reporting time on your admission permit.
Leave prohibited items at home
Do not bring mobile phones, smart devices, calculators, notes, books, or bags unless the provider explicitly permits them. There is usually no secure storage at the center.
Review exam instructions and syllabus
Read the official PEC EPE Part-I syllabus and any instructions provided with your admission permit. Know the paper format (MCQs, duration, negative marking if any). If negative marking is not stated, confirm with the provider.
Prepare for biometric/security checks
Be ready for identity verification, metal detector screening, and possibly biometric attendance. Cooperate with staff and follow queue instructions.
Emergency contact and transport plan
Save the center's contact number and arrange a reliable ride. Keep a backup transport option in case of delays.
Confirm scoring and negative-marking policy
Check the official PEC EPE Part-I instructions for whether wrong answers carry negative marks and how the paper is scored. If the policy is not clearly published, confirm with the provider.
Plan the day
Download and print your admission permit; verify all details. Re-read the syllabus and instructions. Prepare your document folder (permit, ID, photos, pens). Visit the exam center or map the route. Avoid starting new topics; focus on weak areas and formula sheets.
Pack your bag with permitted items only. Charge your phone but plan to leave it at home or with a companion. Set two alarms. Eat a normal dinner, avoid heavy caffeine, and sleep at least 7–8 hours. Do a light review of key concepts and exam-day rules.
Eat a light breakfast. Wear comfortable clothes (avoid metal accessories that may trigger detectors). Leave early to arrive 60–90 minutes before reporting time. Carry only the permitted items. Keep your admission permit and ID in an easily accessible pocket.
Follow invigilator instructions. Fill in your roll number and other details carefully on the answer sheet. Read each question fully; mark answers clearly. If negative marking applies, skip questions you cannot reasonably answer. Keep an eye on the time; allocate a few minutes for final checks. Do not communicate with other candidates.
Rules to check
Carry your original admission permit and a valid original photo ID at all times. Candidates without proper documents may be refused entry; confirm the exact ID requirements with the provider.
Arrive at the exam center before the reporting time stated on your admission permit. Late entry is usually not allowed after the exam starts; confirm the late-entry policy with the provider.
Electronic devices, including mobile phones, smartwatches, and calculators, are generally prohibited in the exam hall. If you bring them, you may be disqualified. Confirm the permitted-items list with the provider.
Do not engage in any unfair means: no talking, copying, passing notes, or using unauthorized material. Invigilators may confiscate materials and report you; penalties can include cancellation of your result.
Follow all instructions from the invigilator and security staff, including biometric verification and seating directions. Refusal to cooperate may lead to removal from the exam.
Breaks are typically not allowed during the exam. If you need to use the washroom, raise your hand and wait for an escort; time lost is not usually compensated. Confirm the break policy with the provider.
Scoring and negative marking: check the official instructions for whether wrong answers are penalized. If the policy is not clearly stated, confirm with the provider before the exam.
Keep your answer sheet clean and mark only in the designated areas. Do not fold or tear the answer sheet; damaged sheets may not be graded.