The virtual university in Pakistan has adapted its examination systems to cater to the needs of both local and overseas students. They ensure that the examination process is secure, fair, and convenient for all, whether students are physically present in Pakistan or located abroad.
A. Conducting Overseas Exams
Home-Based Exams: For overseas students who are unable to travel to Pakistan for exams, the Virtual University offers a different arrangement. These students are allowed to take their exams from the comfort of their own homes.
B.Date Sheet for Overseas Students at Virtual University of Pakistan
Virtual University of Pakistan offers a unique date sheet arrangement for its overseas students, allowing them to set their midterm and final term exam dates according to Pakistan Standard Time (PST). Here are the details of how overseas students can create their date sheet:
(i). Procedure for Making the Date Sheet
- Visit the Virtual University Date Sheet Page:
To begin the process of setting your exam dates, you need to visit the official Virtual University date sheet page. This page is accessible through Virtual University’s online learning management system (VULMS).
2. Login Using Your VULMS ID and Password:
Once you access the date sheet page, log in using your VULMS ID and password. This step is essential to verify your identity and ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create your date sheet.
3. Select ‘OVERSEAS’:
After logging in, overseas students should specifically select the ‘OVERSEAS’ option. This choice indicates that you are an overseas student and eligible for the unique date sheet arrangement.
4. Set Exam Date and Start Time for Each Course:
For each of your courses, you will have the flexibility to select an available exam date and start time of your own choice. This flexibility allows you to schedule your exams according to your convenience and time zone.
5. Click the âConfirmâ Button:
After selecting the exam date and start time for a particular course, click the “Confirm” button to confirm your selection. This action saves your chosen exam date and time for that specific course.
6. Repeat for Remaining Courses:
You will need to repeat step 5 for all your remaining courses one by one. This means that for each course, you can individually choose an exam date and time that aligns with your schedule.
By following these steps, overseas students at Virtual University can create their own personalized date sheets, ensuring that they can take their midterm and final term exams at times that are convenient and in accordance with Pakistan Standard Time (PST). This system caters to the diverse geographical locations of overseas students while maintaining the integrity of the examination process.
C. Travel Notice for Students Taking Exams in Pakistan
For students who are planning to travel to Pakistan to take their exams, it is important to follow a specific process to ensure a smooth examination experience. Here are the details of the travel notice:
- Notification Requirement
One Week Prior to Departure: Students who intend to travel to Pakistan for their exams are required to notify the examination department at least one week before their departure. This notification should be sent via email to the designated email address: overseasexams@vu.edu.pk.
- Physical Attendance Requirement
Mandatory Local Exam Centers: When students arrive in Pakistan, they must be prepared for physical attendance at a designated local exam center. Virtual University of Pakistan (VU) does not allow online exams within the country. This means that students cannot take their exams remotely from their own location; they must appear in person at the specified exam center.
- Failure to Notify or Comply
Consequences for Non-Compliance: It is crucial for students to adhere to the notification requirement and the physical attendance mandate at local exam centers. Failure to notify the examination department or comply with these guidelines may result in several issues, including:
- Exam Scheduling Problems: Notifying the department may lead to difficulties in scheduling your exams, potentially causing scheduling conflicts.
- Inability to Take the Exam: If you do not appear at the local exam center as required, you may not be allowed to take the exam, which could have academic consequences.
D. Exam Application and Pre-Requisites for Overseas Students
For overseas students preparing to take their exams, the Virtual University of Pakistan has provided specific guidelines and prerequisites related to the exam application and software. Ensuring that these requirements are met is crucial for the smooth and error-free installation of the exam application. Here are the detailed instructions:
- System Requirements:
Personal Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) System: To install and run the exam application smoothly, you must use a personal computer with either Windows 10 or 11 operating system. Ensure that it is the 64-bit version of Windows.
- Stable Internet Connection:
Internet Stability: Make sure that your internet connection is stable throughout the installation and examination process. A reliable internet connection is essential to prevent disruptions during the exam.
- Default Language Setting:
Set Default Language to English (United States): Adjust the default language setting on your system to English (United States). This ensures compatibility with the exam application and minimizes language-related issues.
- Antivirus and Remote-Control Software:
Uninstall Antivirus Software and Remote-Control Applications: Remove any existing antivirus software and remote-control applications from your computer, except for TeamViewer and Any Desk. These specific applications are allowed for remote support.
- MAC Users:
Dual Boot Option for MAC Users: If you are using a MAC with an Intel processor, you can dual boot your MAC with the official Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit version) operating system. Detailed instructions for this process can be found in the provided link: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201468.
- Prohibition on Third-Party Virtual Machine Software:
Strictly Prohibited: The use of third-party virtual machine software is strictly prohibited. Ensure that you do not have any virtualization software running on your computer while attempting to take the exam.
- Office Windows System and Administrator Restrictions:
Avoid Office Windows Systems and Administrator Restrictions: Do not use an office-based Windows system for the exam and avoid using a computer with administrator restrictions or policies on its internet connection. Such restrictions may interfere with the exam application.
E. Overseas Software Installation instructions
Note: These instructions are for installing the required software and exam application on a Windows system from the specified URL https://qb.vu.edu.pk.
- Download the Exam Application and Supporting Apps
- Open your web browser and navigate to the following URL: https://qb.vu.edu.pk
- Download the Exam Application (VUTES Overseas 2.1 – Updated)
- On the website, locate and click on the link or button that leads you to download the “VUTES Overseas 2.1 (updated)” exam application. This is the main application required for your exam.
- Download and Install Supporting Apps
- While on the same website, locate and download the following supporting applications:
- Microsoft Visual C++ 2012 Redistributable (x64) version 11.0.61030:
- Look for a download link or button associated with this software on the website.
- Download the installer for the Microsoft Visual C++ 2012 Redistributable (x64) version 11.0.61030.
- Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable (x64) version 14.0.24123:
- Similarly, find a download link or button for the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable (x64) version 14.0.24123.
- Download the installer for this version.
- Install Supporting Apps:
- Locate the downloaded installers for the supporting apps on your computer.
- Double-click on the installer for “Microsoft Visual C++ 2012 Redistributable (x64) version 11.0.61030” to begin the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Typically, this involves accepting the license agreement and choosing the installation directory.
- After the installation of the first supporting app is complete, repeat the same process for “Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable (x64) version 14.0.24123.”
- Install the Exam Application (VUTES Overseas 2.1 – Updated):
- Once you have successfully installed the supporting apps, locate the downloaded installer for “VUTES Overseas 2.1 (updated).”
- Double-click on the installer to initiate the installation of the exam application.
- Follow the on-screen instructions for the exam application installation, which may include accepting the license agreement, specifying installation options, and choosing the installation directory.
- Completing the Installation:
- After the installation of the exam application is complete, you should have both the main application and the required supporting apps installed on your Windows system.
- Verification:
- To ensure that the installation was successful, launch the “VUTES Overseas 2.1” exam application. It should start without any errors.
- Congratulations! You have now successfully installed the required software and exam application on your Windows system, enabling you to use VUTES Overseas 2.1 for your exams.
F. VU Remote Control App for Invigilation Instruction
To facilitate invigilation during exams, a remote-control application will be utilized by the examiner. Below are the details of the remote-control applications that may be used for this purpose:
(i). Remote Control Applications
1.TeamViewer
- Download Link: TeamViewer Download
- Description: TeamViewer is a widely used remote control application that allows the examiner to view and control the student’s computer during the exam.
2. Any Desk
- Download Link: Any Desk Download
- Description: Any Desk is another remote-control application that enables the examiner to remotely monitor and manage the student’s computer during the examination.
- Windows Quick Assist
- Availability: Built-in with Windows
- Description: Windows Quick Assist is a built-in Windows application that can be used for remote assistance and control. It is readily available on Windows systems.
(ii). Webcam Integration for Exam Application:
To enhance invigilation and monitoring, a mobile device can be used as an external webcam in conjunction with the exam application. The following app is recommended for this purpose:
(iii). IRIUN Application
- Download Link: IRIUN Application
- Description: The IRIUN Application allows you to use your mobile device as an external webcam. To set up this feature, install the IRIUN app on both your mobile device and laptop/PC. The application will auto-detect and enable you to use your mobile device’s camera as a webcam within the exam application for enhanced monitoring.
G. After installation DEMO Test Instructions
Before you begin the demo test, please ensure that you have installed the VUTES exam application, and an icon for the application is visible on your desktop.
- Launch the VUTES Exam Application:
- Double-click on the VUTES Exam Application icon on your desktop to launch the application.
- Enable Your External Webcam:
- Make sure your external webcam is connected to your computer.
- Within the VUTES Exam Application, locate the webcam settings or options.
- Enable your external webcam to ensure it is working correctly.
- Check Question Readability:
- Once you have enabled your external webcam, verify that all questions in the demo test are displayed clearly and in a readable format.
- Attempt the Complete Demo Test:
- Begin the demo test by following the on-screen instructions.
- Answer all the questions in the demo test to the best of your ability.
- Submit the Demo Test:
- After completing all the questions in the demo test, locate and click on the “Finish” button to submit your demo test.
- Login Information:
To access the demo test, please use the following login credentials:
- Login ID: BC2302XXXXX (Your Student VU ID)
- Password: BC2302XXXXX (Your Student VU ID)
- Additional Notes:
- Please note that the login ID and password mentioned on the date sheet will only be accessible during the actual exam time, which is according to Pakistan Standard Time.
- During the demo test, there will be no invigilators present, so there is no need to reply to any messages.
- Provide Feedback:
- If you have any feedback or encounter any issues during the demo test, you can send your feedback to the provided email address: overseasexams@vu.edu.pk
H. DEMO Test Schedule
Virtual University conduct midterm and final term exam in a semester see the page for a demo test schedule of your examÂ
I. Overseas Examination Day
On the day of your exam, it’s essential to adhere to the following guidelines to ensure a smooth and successful examination session:
- Prepare Required Software:
- Run the necessary software applications on your computer:
- VUTES exam application
- Webcam App IRIUN
- Remote control application (e.g., TeamViewer or Any Desk)
- Run the necessary software applications on your computer:
- Login 15 Minutes Early:
- Log in to the VUTES exam application 15 minutes before the scheduled paper time. For instance, if your paper time is 7:30 AM (Pakistan Standard Time), log in at 7:15 AM.
3. Share Remote Access Information:
- In the VUTES chat box, share your remote access information with the invigilator for remote inspection and monitoring. This may include:
- TeamViewer ID and password (if using TeamViewer)
- Any Desk ID (if using Any Desk)
4. Follow the Prescribed Webcam View Instructions:
- Use at least one external webcam and adhere to the prescribed view instructions provided at Prescribed Webcam View Instructions.
- Ensure the following:
- Use a table and chair for your laptop/PC, placing the table against a wall.
- Position the camera above head level.
- Place the camera on either the left or right side, at least 2 meters away from the table, to show the complete surroundings.
- Attendance will not be marked if the view is improper.
- Use at least one external webcam and adhere to the prescribed view instructions provided at Prescribed Webcam View Instructions.
5. Enable System Microphone:
- Confirm that your system microphone is enabled for communication and monitoring purposes.
6. Attendance Marking:
- After the invigilator completes the system inspection and verifies your setup, they will mark your attendance.
7. Read Instructions and Attempt the Paper:
- Carefully read the exam and course-related instructions provided within the VUTES exam application.
- Attempt the exam paper within the given time frame.
8. Refer to Exam Rules for Overseas Students:
- As an overseas student, familiarize yourself with the exam rules and reasons for blocking, which can be found at Exam Rules for Overseas Students.
J. VU Help Desk for Exam-Related Issues
If you encounter any exam-related issues or require assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our dedicated help desk. We are here to support you throughout your examination process. Here are the contact details for our Help Desk:
Email:
If you prefer email communication, you can contact us at: overseasexams@vu.edu.pk. Our team will respond to your inquiries promptly via email.
UAN (Universal Access Number):
You can also contact us through our UAN number: +9242111880880 Ext: 352. Our UAN provides easy access to our support team, and you can reach out for assistance or information.
WhatsApp:
For your convenience, we are available on WhatsApp as well. Please reach out to us at +92-3000656908. You can use WhatsApp to communicate with our support team and seek assistance with any exam-related queries or issues.