Code of Conduct
Examination Room for e-Exam
The examinee's position should be clearly visible to the proctor. The proctor will monitor the examinees at all times.
During the exam, the candidate should have a full set up of devices — camera, power back up and internet bandwidth.
Candidate should not have anything on their table except, if required, a dictionary, a calculator and an extra mobile.
The examinee appearing e-exam cannot print the exam or access the internet.
Examinees' Identification
The proctor will identify each examinee by the pre-notified identification card used in the respective country where the examination takes place.
The identification must contain the photo of the examinee.
Before the Exam
Each examinee shall be informed by the proctor before the exam about the examination rules.
Each examinee should fill out the personal details and sign a statement saying they will keep the integrity of the examination.
The proctor shall explain the integrity rules including the penalty for being caught cheating.
All forms and documents submitted by the candidate should be valid.
Examination papers are strictly prohibited from broadcasting, recording, or posting on any website, mails, or otherwise disseminated via any means known or which may become known in the future.
Integrity Rules
Breach of the following rules may cause disqualification and penalties as defined by the Examination Board.
Prohibited Actions
Copying from another examinee
Communication with other examinees during the exam
Using unauthorized material and all electronic devices
Using the Internet to get answers
Using portable media
Making screenshots or photocopies of examination questions
Penalties for Cheating
The exam of this person will be disqualified
No refund will be provided
The person will be disqualified from taking the exam in the territory of the Member Board for at least 6 months
Disclaimer
You agree to allow NSTQB to include your name in the Successful Candidate Registry (SCR) database and directory of certified persons unless you have indicated otherwise. Please visit scr.istqb.org for relevant details.
All candidates are deemed to have read and to agree to abide by these and other examination regulations as determined by NSTQB from time to time. Any infringement of these regulations may have serious consequences and may be referred to a Board of Enquiry.
Cancellation / Re-scheduling Policy
Cancellation
Due to current circumstances, we are unable to offer any cancellations. However, candidates have the option to reschedule the exam.
Re-scheduling
If you wish to reschedule your exam, you must contact NSTQB at info@nstqb.org with a written request at least 14 days prior to your scheduled exam date. Failure to reschedule within the required timeframe may result in forfeiting exam fees.
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