The STEP test-specific instructions contain essential information about what to do on the day of the test. Everyone involved with the administration of the test must familiarise themselves with the contents of the document and adhere to these regulations and processes. 

Copies of the document must be available to the invigilators in every exam room to ensure test day regulations are adhered to. 

Topics covered in the document are: 

• Test duration 
• Exam room set-up
• Authorised/unauthorised materials 
• Checking candidate IDs 
• Instructions for candidates 
• Opening and distributing test papers 
• Packing and returning exam materials after the test 

In the UK, the test will take place at 9am. For international centres the scheduled start times will vary, depending upon where they are in the world. Please see the STEP Mathematics local start times.

The STEP Notice to Candidates referred to within the instructions will be sent to arrive with your test materials. We have also provided a copy for you to download.