Examination Policy
Understand our examination eligibility, registration process, timelines, and proctoring requirements.
Guidelines for Certification & Examinations
Meritshot is committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and enriching assessment process that supports our learners' growth and skill development. The guidelines below outline our policies for internal semester examinations, final examinations, and certifications — including registration, eligibility, proctoring, and reattempt rules. Please read them carefully before registering for any exam.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible to appear for any semester examination or for Meritshot certification, students are required to meet the following minimum criteria:
- Maintain a minimum of 70% attendance in the delivered lectures throughout the duration of the course.
- Achieve a minimum combined score of 50% across all internal semester and final examinations taken together.
- Complete all internal assessments before attempting the respective semester exam. Marks from internal assessments are carried over if a student does not clear the semester exam on the first attempt.
Exam Registration & Fees
All students must formally register for both the internal semester examinations and the final examination through the learner dashboard before the registration window closes.
- The first attempt at any semester or final exam carries no registration fee and is included as part of the programme.
- A re-exam fee will apply for any reattempts of semester or final exams, regardless of the reason for the reattempt.
- Students are advised to plan their schedules carefully before registering, since reattempt fees are payable for any missed or failed exam.
Timeline for 11-Month Programs
| Exam | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 90 days post-enrollment |
| Semester 2 | 180 days post-enrollment |
| Semester 3 | 240 days post-enrollment |
| Final Exam | 270 days after batch start |
Third-Party Certifications
Selected programmes include the option to earn additional certifications from globally recognised certification bodies. The terms below apply to all such third-party examinations:
- Third-party certification fee waivers are available only for specific programmes. Eligibility criteria are listed in the programme brochure or on the support portal.
- Approved certification organisations include IBM, Microsoft, and Nasscom, among others. The list of approved certifications may be updated from time to time at Meritshot's discretion. Each body retains its own trademarks and rights.
- Exams may be conducted on Meritshot's platform, on partner software, or directly on the third-party organisation's portal, depending on the certification.
- Students may be required to attend additional preparation classes for certain certifications to be properly prepared for the format and difficulty of the third-party exam.
- For verification, students may need to create an account with the certification body using the same personal details they provided to Meritshot.
- Students must successfully clear Meritshot's internal final exam before becoming eligible to appear for any third-party certification.
- In the event of failure or reattempt, the actual exam fees charged by the third-party organisation (excluding taxes) will apply and must be paid by the student.
Exam Format & Rescheduling
- All certification examinations are conducted in a Computer-Based Test (CBT) format and hosted either on Meritshot's platform, partner software, or trusted third-party portals.
- Exam dates cannot be rescheduled once registration is completed. Students should plan their personal and professional commitments accordingly before locking in a date.
- Students who miss a registered exam must pay the applicable fee for any additional attempt — Meritshot holds no liability for missed slots.
- In the rare case of unforeseen technical or logistical issues outside the student's control, Meritshot may require students to reappear for the exam at no additional cost, in order to maintain the integrity of the assessment process.
- Students remain fully responsible for their own preparation, and Meritshot holds no liability for exam failure in either internal or third-party certifications.
Remote Proctoring Requirements
To preserve the credibility of every certification awarded, Meritshot uses a combination of AI and human proctoring during online examinations. By registering for an exam, students agree to the following:
- Candidates must provide explicit consent for AI-assisted remote proctoring as a condition of attempting any online exam.
- Exams are monitored via live video and audio, with both AI and human proctors observing the candidate and their workspace throughout the session.
- The proctor will verify the student's identity before the exam begins, typically using a government-issued ID.
- All online examination sessions are recorded for review and audit purposes, and stored in line with our Privacy Policy.
Our Commitment to Integrity
Meritshot is committed to upholding integrity, fairness, and transparency in all examinations and certifications. Every rule outlined above exists to ensure that learners earn credentials that genuinely reflect their skills, and that those credentials continue to carry weight with employers and partners over time.