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Exam Time Allocation Calculator

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Divide exam time between questions according to marks while reserving reading and final review time.

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Divide exam time between questions according to marks while reserving reading and final review time.

Note: Use the official exam duration and instructions. The schedule is a planning guide, not an examination rule.
Marks-based exam plan

Give every question the right amount of time

Reserve reading and review time, then divide the writing time in proportion to marks.

Questions and marks

Add compulsory questions or sections in the order you plan to attempt them.

Understand your result

How to use Exam Time Allocation Calculator

Divide exam time between questions according to marks while reserving reading and final review time.

  1. Select the settings and calculation mode that match your task.
  2. Enter your own values in the labelled fields; use consistent units and dates.
  3. Calculate, review the breakdown and correct any flagged inputs before using the result.

Formula and calculation method

Available question time = exam duration − reserved reading/review time; allocation follows question marks.

Use the result breakdown to check the inputs and understand which factors changed the outcome.

Check before using the result

Check input units, dates and the selected rule or policy. A valid mathematical calculation does not replace the applicable institution’s rules.

Useful answers

Frequently asked questions

How does Exam Time Allocation Calculator calculate the result?

Available question time = exam duration − reserved reading/review time; allocation follows question marks.

Which settings should I use?

Choose the scale, dates, units and rule that match your records. Where a custom mode is provided, enter the values from your applicable policy instead of assuming the example preset applies.

Can I use the result for an official decision?

Use the result to plan and check your figures. Confirm official requirements, records or quotations with the relevant institution.