PSIRA Grade B exam-day guide
PSIRA Grade B · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid original identity document
Bring the original ID document you used for registration (typically a South African ID book/card or passport). Confirm with the provider which document types are accepted and whether a copy is ever allowed.
Confirmation of booking / exam authorisation
Carry your booking confirmation or authorisation letter showing your name, candidate number, date, time and venue. Confirm with the provider what proof of registration they require.
Venue address and travel plan
Confirm the exact venue and arrival time in advance and plan your route, allowing extra time for traffic, parking and security checks. If unsure of the venue details, confirm with the provider.
Pen and pencil
Bring at least two working pens (blue or black) and a pencil with eraser in case of answer sheets requiring pencil. Confirm with the provider whether any stationery is supplied.
Watch or timekeeping
A simple wristwatch helps you pace yourself if the exam room has no visible clock. Confirm with the provider whether watches or phones are permitted in the room.
Know what is prohibited
Leave phones, smart devices, notes and study material outside the exam room unless the provider states otherwise. Confirm the provider's exact list of prohibited items before the day.
Rest, food and hydration
Get a full night's sleep, eat a proper meal before arriving, and bring water if permitted. Avoid last-minute cramming that shortens sleep.
Dress appropriately
Wear neat, comfortable clothing and closed shoes; some venues are cold or require a professional appearance. Confirm with the provider if a dress code applies.
Review key concepts, not new material
In the final days, revise summaries, definitions and areas you have already studied. Do not attempt to learn large new sections at the last minute.
Know the format and duration
Confirm the number of questions, question types (multiple choice, short answer, scenario-based) and total time allowed. If this is not stated in your learner material, confirm with the provider.
Emergency contact and backup transport
Have a backup plan for transport and a contact number for the venue in case of delays. Arrive early rather than exactly on time.
Medical or special-needs arrangements
If you need extra time, a separate room or other accommodation, arrange it well in advance. Confirm with the provider what documentation and lead time they require.
Plan the day
Confirm venue, date, time and what to bring with the provider. Re-read your summary notes and practise scenario-style questions under timed conditions. Stop studying new material.
Do a light revision pass over weak areas, then switch to rest. Prepare your ID document, booking confirmation, pens and clothes so nothing is left to the morning.
Final short review of key definitions only. Check your travel route and set multiple alarms. Eat well, avoid alcohol, and go to bed at a normal time.
Eat a proper breakfast, dress neatly, and leave early with your ID and confirmation. Arrive at the venue with time to spare for registration and seating.
Follow venue instructions, switch off and stow prohibited devices, present your ID for verification, and listen carefully to the invigilator's briefing on rules and timing.
Read all instructions first, budget time per question, answer the easy questions first, and return to harder ones. For multiple choice, eliminate clearly wrong options. Leave time to check that all questions are answered and your details are correct.
Stop writing when instructed, hand in all materials as directed, and leave quietly without discussing questions in the exam room.
Rules to check
Carry and present your original identity document; you may be refused entry without acceptable identification. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted.
Arrive before the stated start time. Late arrivals may not be admitted once the exam has begun; confirm the provider's late-arrival policy.
Switch off and stow all phones and electronic devices before entering the exam room unless the provider explicitly permits them.
Do not bring notes, study material or unauthorised aids into the exam room. Any suspected cheating may lead to disqualification; confirm the provider's disciplinary policy.
Follow all instructions from the invigilator. Raise your hand if you need to leave the room, and expect to be escorted; confirm the provider's toilet-break rules.
Write only in the spaces or answer sheet provided, and make sure your name and candidate number are correct before you begin.
If you believe a question is unclear or there is a printing error, ask the invigilator rather than guessing silently; confirm how such queries are handled.
Scoring and pass requirements are set by the provider and the relevant regulator. Confirm the exact pass mark, marking method and re-write or appeal process with the provider before exam day.