The British Council has been administering school exams for more than 75 years. We will make sure that everything runs smoothly on the day, so that you can concentrate on doing your best. 
There are some important forms and materials that you will need to bring on the exam day. You can find all of this information below.
If you have a disability or specific need, please inform the examination staff upon registration.

What to bring on exam day

You can avoid any stress or delays on your exam day by bringing all of the correct documents and equipment.

Before you set off

  • Aim to arrive at least 45 minutes before the start of your exam so that you can relax before it begins.
  • Allow plenty of time for traffic or travel disruption and always have an alternative travel plan in mind.

Things to bring to the exam room

  • Original identification document (Passport, National Identity Card (NRC), or Student Card with photograph)
  • Timetable Slip
  • Statement of Entry (optional)
  • Pens and pencils in a clear bag or clear pencil case (please bring spare black ballpoint pens as borrowing is not permitted)
  • A clear water bottle with all labels removed
  • A basic calculator (must not be capable of algebraic manipulation; only numerical integration and differentiation functions are permitted)
  • Any extra equipment needed for your subject (for example, a ruler or geometry set)

Candidates taking ICT Practical Tests must bring a black ballpoint pen to complete their Candidate Folder for printed work.

Remember

  • No mobile phones, watches or other electronic devices are allowed in exam rooms.
  • Don't bring valuable belongings. The British Council cannot accept responsibility for any lost or damaged property.
  • Calculator cases and covers should be left at home.
  • Specific regulations, which may differ from the above, apply to practical, oral, ICT and art and design exams.

ID and timetable slip

You need to bring your original ID document and your Timetable Slip to all examinations.

What counts as acceptable ID?

Only the following are acceptable forms of ID:

  • Passport
  • National Registration Card (NRC)
  • Student Card with photograph

You must bring the original ID document that was used during registration and use the same ID throughout the entire examination period.

ID documents must not be changed during the examination period for any reason. This includes:

  • Renewing your passport
  • Extending your visa
  • Replacing a 10-year-old NRC card with an 18-year-old NRC card

If a legitimate change of ID is required, please inform the Exam Centre at least one week before the start of the examination period.

What if I bring the wrong ID?

If you arrive at the examination venue with the wrong ID, you may still be allowed to sit the examination.

However, your parent or guardian must bring the correct original ID to the examination venue before the end of the examination.

If the correct ID is not presented within the required timeframe, your answer script will not be submitted to the Exam Board and your examination result will not be released.

What is a Timetable Slip?

A Timetable Slip confirms your exam registration. It includes:

  • Your registered subjects
  • Examination dates and times
  • Examination venue
  • Your full name and date of birth

If you are a school candidate, you will receive your Timetable Slip from your school.

If you are a private candidate, you will receive your Timetable Slip from the Exam Centre.

Lanyard system for minor candidates

Lanyards are used to identify who is authorised to collect a candidate from the examination venue after each examination.

Yellow Lanyard

A Yellow Lanyard is issued to a minor candidate who has permission to leave the examination venue independently after the examination.

Purple Lanyard

A Purple Lanyard is issued when a parent, guardian or another authorised adult will collect the candidate.

Two Purple Lanyards will be provided:

  • One for the candidate
  • One for the parent, guardian or authorised adult

Both the candidate and the parent or guardian must bring their lanyards on every examination day.

Red Lanyard

A Red Lanyard is issued when the school is responsible for collecting the candidate from the examination venue.

Two Red Lanyards will be provided:

  • One for the candidate
  • One for the responsible representative from the school or centre

Important notice
Candidates will only be released to a person who presents the corresponding lanyard.
The British Council will not release a candidate to any person who does not have the matching lanyard.

 

Distribution and return of lanyards

Yellow, Purple and Red Lanyards will be distributed at the examination venue on the candidate's first examination day.

At the end of the examination session, all candidates, parents, guardians and responsible persons must return their lanyards to the British Council venue staff.