Can I bring this to exam centre?

[Ashok]

I know it may not be directly related, but I've been dealing with a disc bulge for a year now, and it stops me from sitting or standing for long. I can't sit more than 30 minutes, especially on those hard benches, or it worsens my condition. Please tell me what I can do. Can I bring this to the actual exam centre? This disc problem has made my life miserable both physically and mentally.

[Suresh]

It depends on the centre supervisor. If they're kind enough, they might allow it.

[Pankaj]

No, they don't allow it.

[Anil]

Get it treated, OP. They won't let you into the exam hall with that, and it doesn't count as a disability for any special concession.

Your health should be the priority.

[Prem]

Do some rehab exercises, OP!

[Mister]

They didn't let me bring even a completely transparent folder for my admit card and ID, so I doubt they'll let you take this.

[Navya]

Maybe it's allowed in Mains, but not in the Pre‑exam.

[Anjali]

For Mains I've seen them allow this in Hyderabad. For Pre‑exam, take it with a doctor's note. If they're okay, great; if not, you'll need a workaround—maybe an adult diaper for extra cushioning.

[Aftab]

Get a medical certificate, preferably from the chief medical officer or civil surgeon of your city (usually at the government hospital). Show it to the centre in‑charge; they might permit it. A friend of mine used similar support during Mains. It varies from centre to centre.

[Krishna]

What about these?

[Devendra]

You can find a PDF of this book online, read it and follow the guidance. I also had back pain, worked on my core strength, strengthened my glutes, followed McGill's "big 3" exercises and kept good spinal hygiene. Just read the book.