NPAT 2021: Examinee Instructions, Do’s & Don’ts for Remote Proctored Test

NPAT 2021 exam will be conducted on June 27, July 2 and July 3 as a remote proctored assessment. Read examinee instructions, along with do's and don'ts related to NPAT 2021 exam.

With the second wave of COVID-19 virus in the country, SVKM’s NMIMS has decided to conduct NPAT 2021 as an online proctored test for the safety of test-takers. Candidates completing the NPAT 2021 registration are permitted to appear for the NPAT exam to be conducted on June 27, July 2 and July 3. SVKM's NMIMS University has released examinee instructions, along with do's and don'ts of NPAT remote proctored assessment. Besides the instructions and guidelines, NMIMS is initiating Infrastructure Readiness Check (IRC) and Dry Run Check (DRC) process to familiarise candidates with the latest examination mode-online proctored test.

The NPAT exam 2021 will be conducted via a specific launcher, namely IBALauncher. Candidates will be made familiar with the launcher during the DRC process. Read this article on the NPAT online proctored test to know the features of the NPAT 2021 exam.

What is NPAT Remote Proctored Assessment?

The remote proctored assessment, or online proctored test, is identical to any computer-based exam without any invigilator physically available at the test location. Candidates can appear for the online proctored test from any location without visiting the test centre.

In the online proctored mode of exam, all the activities of the candidate are closely monitored using the web-cam and microphone. The invigilator or AI will monitor all the test-takers during the exam. Switching across tabs on the web browser are treated as unfair activity. At the time of the NMIMS NPAT 2021 exam, if the proctor doubts any unfair practices, the candidature will be disqualified immediately.

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NMIMS NPAT 2021 Online Proctored Test: Tech Requirements

Exam centres for the computer-based test have technically equipped devices for the seamless functioning of the exam. To meet the technical requirements for the NPAT 2021, NMIMS will specify hardware and software requirements. With the shift in the NPAT 2021 exam pattern with online proctored mode, candidates must ensure that the technical infrastructure is on point for the NPAT 2021 exam.

NMIMS has notified the IT infrastructure requirements for NPAT 2021. The software and hardware requirements for NPAT 2021 are as follows:

1. Candidates need to download an Internet-Based Assessment Launcher for the DRC process, the launcher will be used for future remotely proctored assessments under NMIMS NPAT 2021 exam
2. The desktop/laptop must have any of the following operating systems with web browsers.
   • Windows 10 or 7 with any version of Google Chrome
   • Windows 10 or 7 with any version of Internet Explorer
   • Windows 7 with Mozilla Firefox (Version 46 to 56).
   • Ubuntu 14 & 16 with all browser versions
   • Windows 10 with Mozilla Firefox is not supported
   • MAC OS and Safari browser is not supported
3. Check webCam functionality on the desktop
4. Active and dedicated internet bandwidth
5. All proxy settings must be disabled
6. System screen resolution must be 1024*720
7. Zoom level should be set to 100%
8. Access to the camera in the browser settings should be set to 'Allowed'
9. Disable/stop all antivirus programs running
10. For power back-up, ensure to plug in your desktop/laptop to a UPS
11. System RAM should at least be 4 GB with a Core i3 processor (equivalent or above)
12. 100 MB storage space should be free at the time of taking the NPAT remote proctored assessment

SVKM’s NMIMS NPAT 2021: Essentials of Dress Code

NMIMS University has not prescribed any dress code to take the NPAT exam. However, candidates with lousy attitude and outfit can be disqualified. Candidates must dress professionally and brush their hair neat and tidy to take NMIMS NPAT 2021 exam. Any particular outfit is not mandatory to take NPAT 2021, however, dressing up neatly can add to the confidence and makes one feel fresh.

NPAT 2021 Mock Test | Dry Run Check

For a better understanding of the latest examination mode, NMIMS will release NPAT mock tests or Dry Run Check. The purpose of the DRC activity is to have all the candidates familiar with the real exam over the platform.

NMIMS NPAT 2021: Key Takeaways

• Ensure your face is visible in the webcam view all the time during the NMIMs NPAT 2021 exam.
• Keep the lighting of the room bright to avoid any warnings from the proctor.
• Keep the webcam turned on throughout the exam. If the candidates find any issue in self-registering through the webcam application in the system, complete the process through Android Smartphone, without wasting any time.
• In the online proctored exam, the security frisking will be done remotely. An invigilator will check the NPAT 2021 admit card and photo identity document before the commencement of the examination
• All the candidates will have to undergo the self-assessment process after keying in login ID and Password
• Turn off all the applications besides the NPAT 2021 launcher during the examination hours. Switch off all the pop-ups from antivirus updation, application notifications, folders, files, background processing while taking the test.
• Keep an eye on the exam timer on the screen. Candidates are not allowed to take a break in the middle of the examination.
• Switch off the mobile phone to avoid distraction.

Read More:

• NMIMS to conduct NPAT as an online proctored test on June 27, July 2 & July 3
• NMIMS NPAT 2021 Syllabus
• NPAT Question Papers
• NMIMS NPAT 2021 Preparation
• NMIMS NPAT 2021 Analysis