1. Please ensure that the desktop/laptop computer you plan to use for taking the online test fulfills the system requirements shared below.

2. i3 Core processor or higher

3. 4GB RAM

4. Functional webcam

5. Google Chrome browser version 70 or above with disabled pop-up blocker

6. Taking the test on any other web browser is not recommended

7. A stable Internet connection of at least 2 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload speed

8. Uninterrupted power supply for the duration of the test.

LOCATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

1. Select a location where you can remain undisturbed for the entire duration of the test.

2. The desk or the walls around you must not have any writing or pictures of people on it.

3. The room should be as quiet as possible. Ensure there is no background noise such as music, television, chatting of people.

4. The lighting in the room must be bright enough to be considered ‘daylight’ quality. Overhead lighting is optimal. 5. Ensure that the source of light is not behind you.

6. Ensure you have a comfortable chair and are seated upright. Your face should be clearly visible so that it can be constantly captured in the webcam. Partial face visibility will be considered violation of instructions for the test.

7. Ensure that there are no people around you. If anyone else apart from you is detected in the frame of the video captured, you will be disqualified from the test.

8. Always ensure that you are clearly visible in the camera throughout the examination. Else, you could be disqualified.

8. Use of online communication applications during the test is strictly prohibited. Close all programs and applications, including communication applications like Telegram, Whatsapp, Skype, Microsoft Teams, etc. before you begin to take the test.

9. Use of mobile phone for any reason is prohibited and will lead to disqualification

10. Do not switch out of the test screen. Switching out of the test screen to another window will be treated as a violation of the code of conduct for the test and is automatically tracked and terminated.

BEHAVIOURAL GUIDELINES

1. The entire duration of the test is proctored. You will be on video and therefore, please ensure the following:

2. You must dress as though you were in a public setting

3. You must not use headphones, earphones, or any other type of external audio equipment

4. You must not communicate with any other person by any means

5. You must not leave the video frame during the exam for any reason.