The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries has released the April 2026 Examination Handbook (Mini Guide) to help candidates understand the complete exam process and requirements.
This guide provides step-by-step instructions covering:
- Accessing joining instructions and pre-exam materials
- Downloading exam papers from the online platform
- Setting up and using the remote proctoring system (Guardian Browser)
- Understanding exam formats and submission requirements
- Rules for writing, saving, and uploading answer scripts
Candidates are required to log in using their credentials, confirm regulations, and download exam papers at the scheduled time.
All exams will follow strict technical and compliance guidelines, including:
- Continuous audio, video, and screen monitoring during remote exams
- Mandatory use of approved tools like Microsoft Word, Excel, and R (for CS subjects)
- Submission of answers in the correct format within 30 minutes after exam completion
Students are strongly advised to review the handbook carefully and complete all pre-exam checks to avoid last-minute issues.