To print ICAN exam docket, go to the ICAN official website, log in with your student registration number and password, then click on “Print Exam Docket.” Before doing this, make sure you have completed your registration and paid the exam fee.
Print ICAN Exam Docket
In our house, exam season comes with plenty of movement. My wife runs a fashion shop at the corner of our street. She mostly sews African outfits—especially for women going to church or parties. She’s the calm type, but during ICAN exam season, her younger sister turns the whole house upside down.
Last year, just one day before the exam, her sister started shouting that she hadn’t printed her docket. She had forgotten the password to her ICAN portal. She kept trying different emails and phone numbers. My wife left her sewing to help, but we still had to go to a business center late in the evening to print it.
That day taught me something simple—printing the ICAN exam docket early saves you from last-minute panic. Since then, my wife reminds all her customers who are writing ICAN exams to sort out their dockets on time.
What the Exam Docket Is and Why It Matters
This docket is not just paper. It shows your exam center, your name, the papers you’re writing, your registration number, and some instructions. Without it, you can’t enter the exam hall. It’s like your entry pass. If you forget it at home or don’t print it at all, they will not allow you to write the exam.
No matter what level you’re writing—ATS, Foundation, Skills or Professional—ICAN expects you to come with your docket. Your photo should also be clear on it. Exam supervisors use it to confirm that you are the real person registered.
When to Print the Docket
ICAN normally makes the docket available about one or two weeks before the exam. They will put a notice on the website and also notify students that it is ready.
The problem is, many students forget to check. Some will remember only two nights before the exam. By that time, the website may be slow or even down because everybody is trying to log in at the same time. It’s better to print your docket once it becomes available. That way, you still have time to fix any issue.
How to Print ICAN Exam Docket
Go to the ICAN official website. On the top menu, click on “Students.” From there, go to the login page. Type in your student registration number and password.
Once you’re logged in, look for the exam section. There, you will see “Print Exam Docket.” Click it. Your exam docket should show on the screen. Read it well. Check your name, your picture, the exam center, and all the subjects listed. If everything is correct, go ahead and print.
If you don’t have a printer at home, download the docket and save it on your phone or flash drive. Take it to a cyber café to print.
What If the Page Doesn’t Open?
Sometimes the ICAN portal may be slow or show an error. If that happens, you can try again using another browser. You can also try late at night or early in the morning when fewer people are online.
If the issue continues, check your internet connection. Also, clear your browser history or try on another device. If nothing works, reach out to ICAN support or go to your district society. There are people there who can help you.
It’s better to ask early than wait until the last minute.
Why Printing Early Makes Sense
Printing your docket early helps you check everything in good time. If your exam center is wrong or your name is not correct, you still have time to fix it before the exam day. It removes a lot of stress.
You will also feel more relaxed. You can focus on reading instead of rushing around to print. That’s what happened to my wife’s sister. She was so worried the night before her exam because she hadn’t printed her docket. She couldn’t even study properly.
Some students say they will print it on the morning of the exam. But what if there’s no electricity? Or the printer doesn’t work? What if the cyber café is not open? It’s better not to take that kind of risk.
To avoid all these last-minute problems, learn how to print your ACCA exam docket today and avoid exam day issues. It’s a simple step that saves you from unnecessary trouble.
Things to Take to the Exam Hall
Your exam docket is the first thing. Make sure the copy is clear and not torn. If your photo is faint, carry a recent passport photograph along.
You should also go with your ICAN student ID card. If you don’t have it yet, carry any valid ID like a national ID, voter’s card, or driver’s license.
Also take pens, pencils, eraser, calculator (if allowed), and a small bottle of water. Dress neatly and reach the center on time. Some centers have rules about dress code, so dress like you’re going for an interview.
What If You Lose Your Docket?
If the printed copy goes missing, don’t panic. You can log in again and print another one. That’s why it’s wise to save the PDF file on your phone or email.
If you printed at a café, you can go back and ask them to reprint from their saved files. But if you don’t have the soft copy anywhere, you’ll have to download again from the portal.
That’s why I always tell people to print at least two copies—keep one at home and one inside your bag.
Some Mistakes That Students Make
Many students forget their portal login details. Some even forget the email they used to register. Others think the docket will be sent to them automatically. ICAN does not send the docket to your email. You must log in yourself and download it.
Some people also wait too long and then rush to print without checking the details. If your subject is missing or your photo is wrong, you may be stopped from writing. It is your duty to check that everything is correct.
A few people even forget the docket at home on the exam day. That is painful after all your hard work. Pack your bag the night before and put everything inside.
How to Recover Your Login Details
If you can’t remember your password, go to the login page and click on “Forgot Password.” Follow the steps to reset it using your email or phone number.
If you don’t remember your email or you no longer have access to the phone number you used, you’ll need to contact ICAN. Send them your full name, registration number (if you remember), and other details they may ask for.
They may ask for a scanned copy of your ID or your payment receipt before they help you recover your account.
Getting Help From ICAN
ICAN has a support section on their website. You can fill a form or call the phone number listed there. They usually reply in a day or two.
Your district society can also help. Every state has at least one. Some schools or tutorial centers also have people who assist with printing dockets and fixing login problems.
Make sure you are getting your help from the right place. Don’t give your details to strangers.
Always confirm information on the ICAN official website: https://www.icanig.org
A Small Mistake That Can Cause a Big Problem
Some years ago, my neighbor’s son registered for the ICAN exam and studied day and night. He was very serious. But on the day of the exam, he got to the center and realized he didn’t bring his docket. He had left it on the dining table.
He begged the exam officials, but they didn’t allow him inside. He cried, called his parents, but nothing worked. He had to wait another exam diet to write again. That mistake wasted his money and his preparation.
That’s why I keep saying, print early, pack your bag the night before, and check everything twice.
Before You Go…
Printing the ICAN exam docket is a simple task, but it must be done well and on time. Don’t treat it like a small matter. It can stop you from writing your exam if ignored.
Once ICAN makes the docket available, log in and print it. Check your name, photo, center and subjects. Save a copy for backup. Keep your login details safe, and get help early if anything goes wrong.
As my wife always tells her sister, “You’ve already worked hard reading your books. Don’t let printing the docket be the reason you miss your exam.”
Stay sharp, stay prepared, and print your docket early.