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Test Rules

6/2025

Test Duration and Restrictions

  • The test lasts 60 minutes.  
  • You are not allowed to take breaks or exit and re-enter the test once it has started unless the proctor asks you to do so due to technical reasons.  

Technical Requirements 

  • A computer: You must use a desktop computer or a laptop to do the test. 
  • Web camera and microphone: You must have a web camera, and a microphone (either integrated or USB) connected to your computer.
  • Network connection: A stable Internet connection is required. 
  • Browser: The platform supports all of the most common browsers. However, to have the best experience, it is recommended to use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. The browser used while taking the test should not the older than 6 months.
  • The testing platform can request additional rights, and you must comply with these requirements.  Failing to provide such rights will lead to failing the test. 
  • System check: To take the test, you need to pass the system check successfully.

System Check 

  • Candidates are responsible for checking their equipment on the testing platform before the test session to ensure they work as needed.
  • To start the test, each candidate must complete a guided system check with the following steps:
    • Webcam check (one must allow the camera to be used by the GetCertified application) 
    • Microphone check (one must allow the microphone to be used by the GetCertified application) 
    • Screen sharing check (sharing the entire screen is required, and other screens are not allowed)
    • Network check
    • WebRTC check (enables real-time voice, text, and video communication between web browser and device)
    • Take a face photo

Cheating and Suspicious Behavior

  • Any cheating or suspicious behavior will result in a test failure, either during or after the test session. If this is done during the test session, the test try is suspended, and the candidate cannot finish the test.

Prohibited Actions (Monitored by the System)

    • These actions will trigger a system warning. If they occur three times or more, the test will be marked as failed during or after the test session by the proctor:
      • Exiting full-screen mode. 
      • Using the Print Screen, Function (Fn), Esc, or Windows keys.  
      • Switching focus to another screen or application. 
      • Using multiple computer displays. 

Other Forbidden Actions (Monitored by the Proctor)

    • These will result in failure either during or after the test session if detected:
      • Using the internet, AI or any other external sources of information. 
      • Background noise, conversation, or talking alone or to someone. 
      • Muting the microphone. 
      • Covering, disabling, or obstructing the camera. 
      • Disabling screen sharing.
      • Taking images of the screen. 
      • Not keeping your full face visible on the screen. The web camera must be located so that the candidate has their entire face towards the camera and the screen on which they are taking the test.
      • Using keyboard shortcuts.
  • The proctor has the authority to fail the test if they detect any of these actions or suspect cheating for any reason

Technical Issues During the Test Session

a) Issues with sharing the screen or camera stream:

  • If the proctor cannot see the screen or video stream of the candidate immediately after joining the test session, the proctor can request the candidate to restart the session. 
    • If, after a retry, the situation remains, the candidate cannot proceed with the test session. 

b) Issues with the system check:

    • If the candidate cannot finish all the system check steps, they cannot start the test.

c) Internet connection issues:

    • o    If your internet disconnects unexpectedly, your test attempt will automatically fail.  
    • o    If you have an unstable connection, the system will warn you during the test session.
  • If any of the mentioned technical issues happen, the candidate should contact Qt Certifications (certification@qt.io) to request a review for a possible free retry; the request must be made within 5 days after the test session.