1) How do I apply to sit the State Examination?
Submit your application online by following the instructions in the relevant notices. We recommend consulting the guide for full details.
2) For which examinations is a traineeship period required?
A traineeship period (“tirocinio”) is mandatory for the following professions:
- Chartered Accountant and Accounting Expert (Dottore Commercialista ed Esperto Contabile): 18 months (valid even if started before 24/01/2012).
- Pharmacist and Veterinary Surgeon: a post-degree traineeship period is mandatory only for graduates under the pre-DM 509/99 system. Those graduating under later regulations complete the traineeship period during their degree programme.
- Statutory Auditor (Revisore Legale): 36 months. Please note this traineeship period is not valid for registration as a Chartered Accountant or Accounting Expert, as different regulations apply.
3) When is the application deadline and when are the tests held?
Each year the Ministry of Education and Research issues a ministerial order setting the nationwide deadlines for applications and the dates of the first tests. In general:
- June and November for all professions;
- July and the following February for Medicine and Surgery.
After the ministerial order is issued, each university publishes a specific notice for every profession.
4) What is the regional licensing fee and how is it calculated?
This is a fee payable to the Region where you obtained your degree. The amount varies by Region. Since 1 January 2013, the fee has been abolished for graduates of universities in the Tuscany Region. Graduates from other Regions should contact their home university to confirm the amount and payment method.
5) What topics are covered in the State Examination?
The examination assesses the candidate’s technical and practical competence in the relevant field. The specific regulations for each profession define the topics (e.g. DPR 328/2001, DPR 445/2001).
6) How are examination boards formed?
Boards are appointed annually by the Ministry on proposals from Department Directors and the relevant Professional Orders, which nominate members and Chairs. “Expert members” designated by the Chair may be added. Final board lists are published on the University website under “Laurea ed Esami di Stato”.
7) Where can I obtain the qualification certificate?
The certificate, upon completion of the examination session and administrative verification procedures:
- Can be downloaded and printed independently from the Alice Portal, under the “Certificates” section of your personal area;
- Alternatively, it can be requested via email at esamidistato@unipi.it
- A scanned copy of a valid identity document;
- Personal details and mailing address for delivery.
For graduates who completed their degree before 2001, the issuance of the diploma or certificate requires payment of the regional tax (if not already paid).
8) How do I receive the Qualification Diploma?
No application is required. The Student Office – Diplomas will post it to the address shown in the Alice portal (www.studenti.unipi.it).
Further information: www.unipi.it/consegna-diplomi.
9) What should I do in case of an error, loss or damage to the degree diploma?
For clerical printing errors (reprint):
- “Reprint/Duplicate of Degree Diploma” form;
- The incorrect original;
- A copy of a valid identity document.
Duplicate due to loss:
- “Reprint/Duplicate of Degree Diploma” form;
- Police report of loss;
- Receipt for EUR 56.00 paid to postal account no. 150565 in the name of Università di Pisa;
Duplicate due to damage:
- “Reprint/Duplicate of Degree Diploma” form;
- The damaged original;
- Receipt for EUR 56.00 paid to postal account no. 150565 in the name of Università di Pisa;
- A copy of a valid identity document.
10) What are the requirements for candidates who were failed or absent?
- Failed candidates: may retake the exam after paying the state fee (EUR 49.58) and the reduced university fee (EUR 150.00), and resubmitting the form.
- Absent candidates: may re-apply using the documentation and fees already paid (with any necessary adjustments).
The form must be completed online in the personal area of the Alice portal (www.studenti.unipi.it).
11) Where can I check the venues and timetables for the tests?
On the University website, by selecting the relevant Department under “Esami di Stato”.
12) What should I do after submitting the online application?
- Pay the fees:
- University fee: EUR 300.00 via PagoPA;
- State fee: EUR 49.58 to postal account no. 1016 (Agenzia delle Entrate) or bank transfer IBAN: IT45 R 0760103200 000000001016 Agenzia delle Entrate – Centro operativo di Pescara – tasse scolastiche .
- Regional fee (if applicable).
- Complete enrolment by returning to your personal area to upload the signed form together with the payment receipts.
Special cases:
- Failed candidates: must submit a new application and pay the reduced fee of EUR 150.00.
- Absent candidates: must resubmit the application and reuse the fees already paid (with any necessary adjustments).
- Medicine and Surgery: complete the form with internship details and email it to esamidistato@unipi.it.
13) Can I register for the Medicine and Surgery examination if I am pregnant or gave birth less than seven months ago?
Yes. The only requirement is the degree diploma. The University of Pisa offers tailored arrangements to ensure internship attendance in compliance with maternity and workplace safety regulations. Please flag your situation at the time of application by emailing esamidistato@unipi.it.
