INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES COMPANY SECRETARY EXECUTIVE ENTRANCE TEST
(CSEET) – JULY 2024 SESSION (TO BE CONDUCTED THROUGH REMOTE PROCTOR MODE) COMPANY SECRETARY EXECUTIVE ENTRANCE TEST (CSEET) (COMPUTERBASED) WOULD BE HELD ON SATURDAY, THE 06TH JULY 2024, AS PER TIMINGGIVEN IN THE ADMIT CARD.
CANDIDATES SHOULD READ THE INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN BELOW CAREFULLY
AND FOLLOW IT IN TRUE LETTER AND SPIRIT FOR APPEARING IN THE TEST.
The CSEET shall be conducted through remote proctor mode as per the details given below:
(i) CSEET shall be conducted through REMOTE Proctored mode instead of conducting the
same from Test Centres. Candidates are allowed to appear for the CSEET using their own
laptop or desktop from home/ such other convenient and isolated place. Candidates shall
not be allowed to appear in CSEET by using Mobile Phone, Tablet, Palmtop, etc.
CS Institute publishes the most important Frequently Asked Questions for Company Secretary Executive Entrance Test.
Question-1: How the CSEET will be conducted? Will, it is conducted from Test Centres or from Home?
Answer: CSEET shall be conducted through REMOTEProctored mode instead of conducting the same from TestCentres. Candidates are allowed to appear for the test through a laptop/desktop from home or such other convenient and isolated place. Candidates shall not be allowed to appear through smartphones (mobile)/tablets, etc.
Question-2: Will the Viva Voce be conducted in RemoteProctored Mode as in the case of CSEET conducted from TestCentres?
Answer: No. Given the Remote Proctored mode, the VivaVoce portion stands removed for the CSEET to be held on 8th January 2022. The computer-based MCQ portion of the test forming part of CSEET shall remain the same as per the existing structure of CSEET.
All four papers will carry 50 marks each. Accordingly, Paper 4 will also have 50 marks in all, which will contain questions on Current Affairs, Presentation & communication skills.
CS Institute has extended the facility to appear in CSEETthrough Online (Remote Proctored) mode without viva-voce till July 2022.
Question-3: If I can pass CSEET but NOT passed the the10+2 (Senior Secondary Examination), shall I be eligible to seek registration in the Executive Programme Stage?
Answer: No. The passing of the Company Secretary ExecutiveEntrance Test (CSEET) is one of the mandatory conditions for all candidates seeking registration for the Executive Programme of Company Secretary Course.
Candidates seeking registration in the Executive Programme should fulfill the following eligibility conditions on the date of seeking registration:
1. Should have passed the CSEET and the result should not be older than one year from the date of declaration of result of CSEET; AND
2. Should also have passed 10+2 (Senior SecondaryExamination) conducted by an examining body constituted by law in India or an examination recognized by the Central Government or state government or equivalent thereto for the purposes of admission to Bachelor’s degree course.
The registration applications of candidates not fulfilling any one of the conditions at the time of seeking registration to the Executive Programme of the Company Secretary Course shall be summarily rejected without notice.
All candidates appearing in the Company Secretary ExecutiveEntrance Test (CSEET) are advised to take note of the above. The Institute may not be held responsible for any complications later.
Question-4: If I pass CSEET, what will be the validity of CSEETResult?
Answer: The CSEET Result will be valid for one year from the date of declaration of the result. After the expiry of the validity of the CSEET Result, candidates will have to reappear and pass the CSEET if they are desirous of seeking registration to the Executive Programme.
Question-5: What original documents I am required to keep handy for appearing in CSEET through Remote ProctoredMode?
Answer: Candidates should keep with them (i) Admit Card; and (ii) One of the ORIGINAL Photo Identity Card issued by govt. Departments viz. Passport, Driving Licence, PAN Card, UID Aadhaar Card, Voter Card handy for verification by the remote Proctors for securing appearance in the Test failing which they shall not be allowed to take the Test.
Candidates will not be allowed to keep any other document with them other than their Admit Card and original Identity Card.
Question-6: What will happen if I try to log in after the completion of 15 minutes of the scheduled time of commencement of the Test?
Answer: Candidates are required to log in to the Test portal15 (fifteen) minutes before the time specified for the commencement of the Test. No candidate shall be allowed to log for appearing in the test after completion of 15 minutes of the commencement of the Test.
Question-7: Can I finish the Test before completion of the scheduled time of 2 hours?
Answer: No candidate shall be permitted to finish the Test until the expiry of 90 minutes of the commencement of the test.
Question-8: What are the passing criteria?
Answer: Candidates are required to secure a minimum of40% marks in each part, i.e., Paper-1, Paper-2, Paper-3, and paper-4 separately as the case may be, and 50% marks in aggregate of all papers put together for passing the Test.
Question-9: Will there be any negative marking?
Answer: There will be no negative marking for wrong answers.
Question-10: Which are the items that are prohibited during the CSEET?
Answer: No candidate shall be allowed to keep with him/her any Book, Study Material, Handwritten or Printed Notes, Mobile Phone, headphones, earphones, Pager, Digital Diary, Calculator, Blue Tooth device, Laptop, Palmtop, Smart Watch, Health Band or any other electronic device or gadget. Candidates are also not allowed to use Pen/ Pencil and Paper for the Test. No person, other than the bonafide candidate, shall be present for the test. Candidates should not converse with anyone during the test or read questions/answers aloud.
Question-11: Can a candidate use sheet / blank paper for rough work during the Test?
Answer: No paper, notebook, etc. is allowed during the Test.
Question-12: Kindly inform the technical requirements to be arranged at my end for appearing in the examination?
Answer: The candidate has to ensure that the following technical requirements are available on his Desktop /Laptop (mobile/tablet is not allowed) for appearing in CSEET:
Operating System – ONLY WINDOWS – 7/8/8.1/10.
Processor: Minimum 2 cores
RAM: 1 GB or above
Screen Resolution: 1024 x 768 and Above
Browser – Chrome – Download the latest from https://www.google.com/intl/en_in/chrome/
Web camera: Resolution 640 x 480, 15 frames per second (fps)
Microphone: Any Model (External or Internal)
Network bandwidth: 512 Kbps preferred / minimum
.Net Framework – v4.5.2 – download from https://dotnet.microsoft.com/download/dotnetframework/net452
Uninterrupted internet access with min 512 Kbps
Antivirus – ‘any make’ to be disabled – can be reinstalled post examination
Enable webcam and mic under Chrome settings –Extensions
Disable ad blocker/pop-up blocker under ChromeExtensions
Download Any Desk – https://anydesk.com/en – this will be helpful for the helpdesk team to take remote access for any support needed to download the above.
Candidate to have administrative privileges on the laptop/desktop to enable installation/uninstallations. Uninterrupted power supply to run the system continuously during the test.
Question-13: Shall I be allowed additional time if there are disruptions due to power failure or network-related issues during the test?
Answer: Candidates shall be allowed a maximum additional time of 15 Minutes to compensate for the time lost if there are disruptions due to power failure or network-related issues with the permission of live proctors. It is recommended that the Candidates shall fully charge their laptops or UPSattached to their desktops beforehand.
Question-14: What will be the process to be followed before appearing in the CSEET?
Answer: The candidates appearing in CSEET shall be remotely proctored, from the control room of the Institute, as per details given below:
1. Download and installation of SEBLite (Safe ExamBrowser using the link sent to the candidates through email preferably before the Mock. (SEBLite shall not be uninstalled till completion of CSEET )
2. Login using the credentials by the candidates as sent to them by email and SMS before the Test.
3. At the beginning of each session, the candidate undergoes an identity verification at 2 levels,
Level-1: The capture of facial photos. During the test, the AI tool constantly monitors the picture of the candidate taking the Test with the facial photo captured initially for any mismatch. In case of any mismatch, the system will capture the anomaly, and notification to the candidate / live proctor is also instantly displayed.
Level-2: Candidate will need to display Admit Card and Valid ID Proof (PAN / Aadhar / Any other valid govt. Approved ID) in the original. Proctor will instruct the candidate to display the Admit Card / ID after logging into the Test.
Question-15: I am a person wearing spectacle, but in AdmitCard photo is without spectacles. Will there be a problem with taking the Test?
Answer: The facial mismatch is done by capturing the photo live at the commencement of the test and the system will capture both images for the record.
Question-15: Which actions of the candidates shall be considered as a violation of rules against which Live Proctorsare empowered to take action?
Answer: If a candidate is violating any rules during the test or trying to adopt any unfair means, the system will automatically collect data based on the following parameters and will immediately alert the online live proctor:
=>Focus changed to a different window: Candidatetabs out of the test-taking window.
=> Browser not supported: The candidate is using an older browser version
=> Webcam is disabled: Candidates webcam is disabled
=> Face is not visible in the camera: The candidate is not focusing on the screen.
=> Several faces in front of the camera: There are other people along with the test taker.
=> Face does not match the profile: The candidate taking the Test is not the same person whose photo was captured in before starting the test and as per the admit Card.
=> Microphone muted or its volume is low: Candidate has muted the microphone Conversation or noise in thebackground: System has captured background noise.
=> Screen activities are not shared: Candidate has stopped screen share activity
=> Second display is used: Additional display like an extended monitor has been connected.
=> Full-screen mode is disabled: The candidate has disabled full-screen mode
Question-17: How the Live Proctors shall be controlling the conduct of CSEET?
Answer: There shall be Live proctors. A session that is in progress, shall be watched online:
Proctor can chat with a test taker in an active chat session.
Proctor can communicate with test taker via microphone (sound only) or the camera (video +sound) modes
Session saves photos of the test taker’s face and periodic (every minute) snapshots of the test taker’swebcam and screen
Each session is finished either by the test taker, automatically after the end of the allotted time, or by the proctor. All audio, video, text messages, and recorded events are saved in the system and are attached to the session protocol
At the end of the session, the proctor leaves a comment(Positive or Negative) depending on the conduct of the test taker during the test-taking. If there were no violations during the session, then the proctor makes a positive conclusion and confirms the session.
Question-18: If any candidate wants to chat with a live proctor, how to proceed.
Answer: The candidate can wave his/her hand in front of the camera / Web camera.
Question-19: Where I can contact in case of technical issues before the commencement of the Test?
Answer: In case of any technical issues during the Test process, candidates can reach out to Help Desk Number:9513850016, 9513850025 to resolve their issues.
Question-20: What will happen if there are disruptions during the Test?
Answer: The issues faced by candidates during the test, viz.No network connection, network disconnection due to Wifidisabled, no internet connectivity, Power cut, etc. In such a scenario, the candidate will be allowed to log in again and continue from the last question attempted. The remote proctor shall keep tabs on such instances.
Candidates shall be allowed a maximum additional time of15 Minutes to compensate for the time lost if there are disruptions due to power failure or network-related issues with the permission of live proctors.
Question-21: Will there be a Mock Test before the CSEET?
Answer:The mock test for July 2022 will be conducted for candidates to familiarize themselves with the remote proctoring process. Detailed information about appearing in the mock test shall be sent to candidates separately. The mock test date will be announced on the official website icsi.edu in May June 2022.
Question-22: What is the process to be followed by the candidates after login but before attempting the Test?
Answer: The following process is to be followed after a successful login but before attempting CSEET:
1. Please read through the instructions carefully. In case of any doubt or question about the functioning of the TestWindow, candidates may seek advice/guidance from the Remote Proctor on duty. No query/is over the phone shall be entertained after the commencement of the Test.
2. Each question is followed by four alternative answers marked as A, B, C, and D. The candidate shall choose the most appropriate answer to each question and mark the same through the click of the mouse against the appropriate answer. The chosen answer will be highlighted and will automatically be saved. The questions may be answered in any order within the stipulated time.
3. Candidates can make changes in their answers already chosen/marked by simply clicking the other answer option of their choice at any time before the conclusion ofTest or before clicking the “END TEST” Button.
4. Candidates shall not click the “END TEST” button followed by warnings with the “PLEASE CONFIRM” button until they have completed all the questions of all sections of the test and intend to submit the Test. The Test shall not RE-START once the “CONFIRM” button is clicked.
5. Countdown clock will start on the commencement of the Test and the same will be displayed on the top right-hand corner of the Test Window for the remaining time available to a candidate for the Test.
6. During the Test, the candidates can use the “Marked for review” option by clicking on the “Marked for Review” button, if they wish to review or revisit the question later.
7. In case of restarting/shut down of computer due to technical reasons, immediately report the same to the proctor on duty. Answers are already marked and the time of the test will be saved and the candidate will be able to resume the test from the exact point that last appeared before him/her.
Question-23: Shall I be allowed to attempt the questions in any sequence/ order?
Answer: Yes. Students may attempt the questions in any sequence/ order.
Question-24: Kindly let me know the method of taking the test in detail?
Answer: The navigational instructions shall be as under:
1. Click the “Start Test” button below to start the test.
2. Select the correct answer for each question. Then click the “Next” button to move to the Next Question.
3. Click on the “Previous” button to move to the previous question.
4. Bookmark any number of Questions by clicking on the “Mark” (for review) button; you can remove the bookmark by clicking on it again.
5. You can change your response to any question before submitting the test by marking the new response (RadioButton). You can unattempt any question by using the“Clear” button to mark the Question unanswered.
6. Every time you select an option or a particular question, the following changes can be seen on the Question Panel:
=> Questions that are Not Visited, are marked in“WHITE” color
=> Questions that are Not Answered, are marked in “RED’’ color
=> Questions that are Answered, are marked in“GREEN” color
=> Questions that are Not Answered & Marked for Review, are marked in “ORANGE” color
=> Questions that are Answered & Marked, are marked in “BLUE” color with a tag
7. After completion of your test, click the “End Test” button to submit the test. The end test button will be visible ONLY in the “Last Question”.
8. Your “Test Summary” will be displayed once you click on“End Test”.
Question-25: What are the precautions to be taken by the candidates while attempting the Test?
Answer: Following are the precautions to be taken by the candidates while attempting the CSEET:
1. The webcam must be installed strictly in front of the system on the top of the monitor, to show your face clearly. Any other forms of camera installation are not permitted and will be liable for necessary actions.
2. The Candidate’s face must be fully framed, and no partial or complete exit from the camera’s field of view is permitted.
3. The candidate’s face should be in the center of the webcam's field and eye contact/focus on the screen throughout the test.
4. Candidate should ensure that his/her face is evenly lit, and there should not be a light source behind the candidate's face.
5. Hair, clothing, hands, or anything else should not cover the face area at any point in time, throughout the test duration.
6. Sunglasses are not to be worn during the test. Only transparent and non-reflecting lenses/glasses are allowed.
7. The Candidate should take the test in solitude and there should not be anyone else in the room apart from the test taker.
8. It is prohibited to leave the workplace during the examination, and such an act may result in termination of the examination, or other actions as deemed appropriate.
9. There should not be voices or noise in the background throughout the test. The candidate shall not converse with anyone during the test or read the question(s) /answer(s) aloud.
10. The exam must be taken in a safe exam browser with a full-screen window. You cannot switch to other applications (including another browser/Browser-Tab)or minimize the browser.
11. All programs e.g. skype, zoom, etc., or applications like Teams, etc. that use the webcam, mic & screen share should not be used during the test.
12. The materials and contents of the examination should not be recorded in any way.
13. Do not use unfair means during examination like mobile, other app support, using google, etc. It can result in disqualification. Read and follow the instructions for the candidates.
14. After completing the exam, please follow the exit sequence to come out from the safe exam browser. Press Alt+Esc key together in sequence to come out from the safe exam browser (SEB). The alt+Esc key shall only be pressed after the final submission of your test.
15. Antivirus should be disabled, uninstall, or should allow web camera and mic to run through chrome browser.
16. SEBLite shall not be uninstalled from your computer /laptop until your examination is over.
Question-26: What will be the Login credentials (Login &Password) for Mock Test?
Answer: There will be a Generic Login ID and Password for all the students and students can log in for the Mock Test as per their batch time.
Question-27: Can I use the mobile hotspot for the internet?
Answer: Yes, if the requisite speed is available. (Min 512 Mb,preferred 1-2 GB). Mobile shall be kept out of your reach during the test.
Question-28: Can I use a mobile or Tablet for the Test?
Answer: No. Mobile Phones and Tablets are not allowed. The candidates should use a Desktop/ Laptop with the requisite specifications.
Question-29: Which are the preferred browsers to be used?
Answer: Chrome – Download the latest from https://www.google.com/intl/en_in/chrome/
Question-30: How do we know that my Desktop or Laptopmeeting the system requirement for CSEET?
Answer: Mock test is intended to familiarize students with the test environment and also validate the compatibility of the hardware. If a student encounters any technical issue, contact technical support notified on the email sent to all the candidates and in the admit card (All Working Days from10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, excluding Sunday).
Question-31: Can a candidate log in before or after the Start time?
Answer: Candidates are advised to log in 15 minutes before start time to go through the Instructions Page. But s/he will be only allowed to start the Test at the exact time of Batch StartTime. Candidates will be not allowed to log in after 15 minutes of the Start of the Test (Example -Login is not allowed after 10.15 AM for batch Time- 10 AM to 12 PM).
Question-32: What to do if a candidate’s system got crashed and interrupted the Test?
Answer: After starting the test, in case a student gets genuine Disconnection from the Server due to Power or Internet failure, in such case, he/ she can log in again after 2-3minutes, and the examination shall be resumed from the Instanceof the Time of Disconnection. All his/ her previously attempted answers will remain saved and he/ she can resume attempting further.
Note:- The exam will start from the time and Question where it ended and the clock will continue till the prescribed time.
Question-33: What to do if a candidate’s system got crashed or is interrupted on one device? Can the candidate log in from another device?
Answer: Yes, after starting the Test, in case a student gets genuine Disconnection from the Server due to Power or Internet failure, in such case, he/ she can log in again after 2-3minutes from another device. The server will allow only one device for the Test at a time.
Question-34: Invalid Login ID and Password error reported while logging in?
Answer: Please cross-check Login ID and Password, you are entering the correct details. Please check the case sensitivity keyboard and if still facing the same issue please call the technical support team at the helpline numbers.
Question-35: I am not allowed to start the Test while logging in?
Answer: Check for Internet Connectivity. Please check your batch Schedule for your respective subjects in Email or Admit card to ensure you are Logging in to the correct batch time. If the problem still persists, please call the technical support team at the helpline numbers.
Question-36: My Test Page shows an error message- “QuestionPaper is downloading” or” Contact Test CenterAdministrator”. What to do?
Answer: Check for Internet Connectivity. Log out and in login after 2-3 minutes with proper Internet Connectivity. If the problem still persists, please call the technical support team at the helpline numbers.
Question-37: How will we come to know which are the questions left unanswered?
Answer: There will be a panel left side of the computer screen showing all the question numbers in different colors which will indicate the questions Answered, left unanswered, or marked for review.
Question-38: Can the candidates change their Answers?
Answer: Yes, during the exam any time candidates can change their answers.
Question-39: How to submit the CSEET test?
Answer: “END Test” button to end the Test will appear in the last question only. By clicking the end test button candidate can submit the test. The End Test Button will appear only after 90 minutes of commencement of the Test.
Question-40: How to contact ICSI for support and assistance related to the Test?
Answer: A Candidate can register their queries with the ICSIor and can also contact the helpline number on all working Days, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM excluding Sunday.
Question-41: What are the precautionary measures to be taken for power Failure/Laptop Battery discharge?
Answer: As the test duration is 2 hours and one should have sufficient power backup/ charge in the Laptop/ Desktop/ etc.to run for 2 hours. It is advisable to fully charge the UPSC/ Battery of the Laptop/ Desktop etc. well in advance. One should also get such a device connected to Power while appearing at the Exams so that there shall not be any failure/disruption of power during the test.
Question-42: During the exam, can a candidate take assistance from a live proctor, in case of any need?
Answer: If any candidate is facing any technical issue, only such queries are to be asked from the live proctor.
If any candidate is having any issue regarding the question paper, such queries are not to be asked by the live proctor. Candidates are advised to send such queries/concerns, after the test is over, to the Joint Secretary, Directorate of examinations, ICSI at exam@icsi.edu for consideration.
Question-43: How to contact the help desk / live proctor, if any candidate is facing any issue/problem while appearing in the test?
Answer: Till the candidate is not logged in, he/she can use phone/mobile to contact the helpdesk to resolve the technical queries and assistance for login.
After the login and test process has commenced then candidates can not use their phone/mobile. During the test process, candidates should use only the chat box or built-in mic system to contact the live proctor for any assistance. The candidate can also wave his/her hand before the web camera.
THE USE OF MOBILE PHONES AND ELECTRONIC GADGETS DURING THE TEST IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
Question-44: What should be the attire of candidates appearing in the test?
Answer: It should be decent and presentable. Candidates should wear such clothes presuming they are physically sitting in the Exam center and appearing for the test. Candidates are advised to sit properly and comfortably on a table/chair in the right posture to appear in the test. They should not lie down on the bed or do not sit in awkward positions.
Question-45: What should be set in the room from where a candidate is appearing for the test?
Answer: The setting of the room should be maintained in an exam-like environment, disciplined, and without any disturbances.
The surroundings of the room should be neat & clean. During the exam, the live proctor may ask the candidate to show a 360degree view of the room.
Question-46: What is a 360-degree view?
Answer: All around rotating the Camera for taking pictures/view of the surrounding of the candidate where he /she is appearing for the Test.
Question-47: At this time, if any candidate does not have a microphone for the Test, can he/she use a Bluetooth headset?
Answer: No. All Software and Hardware requirements as prescribed are to be arranged well in advance for the Test.
Question-48: Whether drinking water is allowed during the
Test. Answer: The Candidates can keep drinking water in a transparent bottle during the Test.
Question-49: Is bio break ( use of Toilet) allowed during the Test?
Answer: The candidates will not be allowed to take biobreak (use of Toilet) during the test. If any candidate takes any break during the test, will be treated as resorting to unfair means.
Question-50: What is the syllabus for CSEET July 2022?
Answer: You may click here for the CSEET syllabus for July 2022 as well as Nov 2022 CSEET.
If you do not find your answer from the above CSEET FAQs, please visit the official website at icsi.edu for any further queries
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