Q. Who is eligible to take it?
A. This exam—available in English and Spanish—is open to new members as well as those who have not taken or passed the Introductory Exam in previous years. Guests are also more than welcome to take the exam!
To find out who is eligible in your local organization, district–national leaders can run the “Exam Report Eligibility List” from our online statistics system.
Please note: Examinees must register by April 6 through the Member Resources portal to take the exam.
Q. When and where will the exam be given?
A. The exam will be held the weekend of April 12–13 at local SGI-USA centers and approved rental facilities in outlying areas. Please confirm the exact date and time with your local organization.
Q. Where can I register?
A. Log in to your member resources account at portal.sgi-usa.org and go to “My Exams,” then “Available Exams” and select “Register.” The registration deadline is Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. PT. Examinees must register by the deadline.
Q. How can guests register?
A. A member must invite them to register. Members can log in to their member resources account, select “My Friends” and “Add Friend.” Fill in the required fields. Below that, check the box “Would you like to send them information now?” and the button “Invite to Exam” and press “Save.”
Q. How can I prep?
A. We encourage local organizations to set a study schedule and support system to best help members enjoy learning together.
Q. Where can I find the study material?
A. The exam material can be found in The Basics of Nichiren Buddhism study guide, which can be downloaded for free at portal.sgi-usa.org along with a workbook of review questions. Log in to your portal and go to “My Exams,” “Exam Study Guides” and then “Introductory Exam.”
A hard copy of the study guide is also available for purchase at your local SGI-USA Bookstore or online at bookstore.sgi-usa.org for $5.95.
Q. How will it be administered?
A. The exam will be conducted online via the member resources account. Examinees must bring a smart device to take the exam (smartphone, tablet or laptop). Please encourage examinees to log in to their member resources account prior to the exam and store their password so that they can log in smoothly the day of.
Q. Anything else I should know?
A. Yes. Passing the Introductory Exam qualifies members for district-level leadership! Happy studying!
Important Dates:
•Registration deadline:
Sunday, April 6, 11:59 p.m. PT.
Examinees must register in their portal.sgi-usa.org account (see instructions in the Q&A) in order to take the exam.
•Exam day:
The exam will be held the weekend of April 12–13. Please have your portal.sgi-usa.org account login information ready and bring a smart device to take the exam.
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