Candidates - Test taker journey

When you enter Inspera Exam Portal, the home page will guide you through the login process. The login process will be the same for Proctored and Non-Proctored tests, with Proctored tests going through an additional systems check to see that cameras/microphones are working. 

Non-proctored login:

• Step 1: Inspera Assessment will run a systems check
• Step 2: Log into your account
• Step 3: Select your test 

Proctored login:

• Step 1: Inspera Assessment will run a systems check
• Step 2: Log into your account
• Step 3: Select your test 
• Step 4: Camera, screen recording, and disk space check
• Step 5: Microphone check
• Step 6: Take your photo
• Step 7: Take a snapshot of your ID

Introduction page

Step 1: Inspera Assessment will run a systems check

1. Inspera will run a systems check to make sure your system is up to date. 
2. When all checks have passed, you will be prompted to click Next to continue.

Step 2: Log into your account

You will be asked to log in using a Single sign-on (SSO), or One-time user account. 

Single sign-on

1. Click Authenticate.
2. A login page will open prompting you to choose an SSO provider.
3. When you've logged in, click Next in IEP to continue.

One-time users

1. Enter the Username and Password provided to you by the Invigilator.
2. Click Next to continue.

Single sign-on	One-time user

Step 3: Select your test 

Tests will open at the test start time.

Tests that are not yet started or are finished will be at the bottom of the list.

1. Select a test to take.
2. Enter your test Login code - provided to you by your Invigilator.
3. Click Unlock and select.
4. Click Next to continue.

Step 4: Camera, screen recording, and disk space check

After a successful login, Proctored exams will perform an additional set of checks. If you are unsure of whether or not your exam is Proctored, please check with your institution.

• Available disk space: 500 mb 
• File upload: Access to log files.
• Screen Capture: Access to screen recording.
• Webcam Capture: Access to webcam.

When all the checks are passed, click Next to continue.

Step 5: Microphone check

A microphone test is conducted to test voice levels. Make sure that your levels are in the green area by testing your voice into the microphone.

Click Next to continue.

Step 6: Take your photo

You will be prompted to take a photo of yourself. This requires alignment and good lighting.

1. Click Take photo to take a photo of yourself using the webcam.
2. Click Next to continue.

Photo and ID check will only take place the first time you log into the test. This process will be skipped if you log in again to take the same test. The original ID and photo will be used for invigilation.

Step 7: Take a snapshot of your ID

When taking a photo of your ID, make sure that the photo on your ID is clearly visible. 

1. When your ID is clearly visible and is centered in the rectangle, click Take photo.
2. Click Next to launch your test. Good luck!