Creating a New Exam
Complete guide to setting up exams for your students
Navigate to Exams Page
Click on "Exams" in the sidebar menu, then click the "Create Exam" button at the top of the page.
Fill in Exam Details
Provide the basic information about your exam:
- Exam Title: Clear, descriptive name (e.g., "Mathematics Midterm 2026")
- Subject: The subject area being tested
- Duration: Time limit in minutes
- Total Marks: Maximum possible score
- Passing Score: Minimum score to pass
- Instructions: Guidelines for students
Set Schedule
Define when students can take the exam:
Start Date & Time
When the exam becomes available
End Date & Time
Deadline for submission
Add Questions
Create your exam questions. Supported question types:
Multiple Choice
Students select one correct answer from options
True/False
Simple binary choice questions
Short Answer
Text-based responses requiring manual grading
Essay
Long-form answers with detailed responses
Assign to Students
Choose who can take the exam:
- Select specific students individually
- Assign to entire classes or grades
- Use filters to target specific groups
Review and Publish
Double-check all details, then click "Publish Exam". Students will be notified and can access it during the scheduled time.
Exam Settings & Options
Shuffle Questions
Randomize question order for each student
Prevent Tab Switching
Alert if students leave the exam page
Show Results Immediately
Display scores right after submission
Allow Retakes
Let students attempt the exam multiple times
Best Practices
- ✓ Test your exam before publishing by taking it yourself
- ✓ Provide clear, unambiguous instructions
- ✓ Set realistic time limits based on question count
- ✓ Include a mix of question types for comprehensive assessment
- ✓ Notify students in advance about upcoming exams
- ✓ Save drafts frequently while creating questions