This comprehensive guide outlines the essential technical requirements, software installations, and examination procedures to ensure a smooth and successful experience during the upcoming 2024 Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Post-UTME screening exercise. Please read through this information carefully to prepare adequately.
A i. Computer Software Requirements for the 2024 OAU Post-UTME Screening Exercise
To participate in the online examination, your computer system must meet the following minimum requirements:
Processor: Intel Pentium minimum
Memory: 2GB minimum RAM
Storage: 25GB minimum free space
Mouse: Functional Mouse
WebCam: In built Webcam
Speaker: In built Speaker
Microphone: In built Microphone
Windows: Windows 10 or Windows 11
Browser: Safe Exam Browser
ii. Laptop requirements:
1. Windows 8 upward
2. Webcam, Speaker and Mic working
3. WI-FI/modem Port working.
4. Free space more than 10GB.
Do this to test your laptop: Visit: webcammictest.com On the website:
* Test for Webcam
* Test for Microphone
* Test for Headphones (speakers)
B. Software to Install Before the Examination
1. Safe Exam Browser
Use this link to download the latest version: oauife.webtest.ng/assets/downloa…
2. Install the SAFE EXAM BROWSER on your device.
Please note that throughout the period of the screening exercise, you will be required to ONLY use the “SAFE EXAM BROWSER”.
C. Directions to take examination
1. The examination can be accessed by either clicking the "Click Here To Take Exam" link at the bottom of this email or by logging in via oauife.webtest.ng.
2. Use your UTME NUMBER AS USERNAME and SURNAME IN LOWERCASE as password.
3. Upon logging in, click the "Take Exam" button to access the examinations instructions page where you would be required to follow the steps:
4. Using the Safe Exam Browser, download your unique examination configuration
5. Launch the downloaded configuration file to start your examination, then click "Enter" to start your assessment.
NOTE: THIS EXAM IS COMPATIBLE WITH MICROSOFT WINDOWS SYSTEMS ONLY.
MAC OS and Linux systems are NOT supported
D. General Examination Instructions
1. This is a competitive qualifying aptitude test. candidates must conduct themselves accordingly. Candidates are advised to have a reliable internet connection before attempting the online aptitude test.
2. Candidates’ activities during the period of the aptitude test will be monitored and recorded. Candidates will be required to attempt the test with a webcam and microphone enabled device. (Use of mobile phones for the aptitude test is not supported).
3. Candidates are not allowed to cover their webcams during the period of the aptitude test. Our inability to see the candidate at any time during the test may result in disqualification.
4. During the aptitude test, candidates are not permitted to leave their seating position. Please adequately prepare before commencing the test.
5. Candidates may not be assisted during the period of the screening exercise. Nobody is permitted to be around a candidate during the period of the test, not even family members. Candidates may be disqualified if anybody is seen around them during the test.
6. The duration of the aptitude test is 60 minutes. The time starts to count immediately, and candidates click the start button and continue to count even if they log out before the 60 minutes lapses.
7. Do not read the questions out during the aptitude test. This may result in disqualification.
8. In the event that you run out of time, the aptitude test will automatically be submitted.
9. Use of earpiece, headphones, facemask or face caps during the examination is prohibited.
10. Candidates should note that they can only commence the examination at their scheduled time.
For assistance before and during the aptitude test, please contact [email protected]
OAU Exam Day: September 9-13
Best of Luck
OAU Post UTME Team.
