User Manual

Introduction to ExamReel

ExamReel is a comprehensive online examination management system designed for educational institutions to streamline assessment, grading, and result management.

Key Features

  • Role-based Access: School Admin, Teacher, and Student roles with specific permissions
  • AI-Powered: Generate questions automatically using AI
  • Flexible Exams: Support for MCQ, MAQ, Short Answer, and Essay questions
  • Payment Integration: Optional student payment for exams and results
  • Comprehensive Reports: Detailed analytics and performance tracking
  • Secure & Reliable: Enterprise-grade security with data isolation

User Roles Overview

School Admin

Organization Manager
  • Manage users (teachers & students)
  • Configure subjects and classes
  • Manage subscriptions
  • View all reports
  • Configure organization settings

Teacher

Content Creator
  • Create and manage questions
  • Generate AI questions
  • Create and publish exams
  • Grade student answers
  • View class performance

Student

Exam Taker
  • View assigned exams
  • Take exams online
  • View results and scores
  • Make payments (if required)
  • Track exam history

School Admin Guide

Dashboard Overview

After logging in, School Admins see an organization-wide dashboard with:

Total Users

Students, Teachers, Admins

Subjects

Total subjects configured

Classes

Active classes

Exams

Total exams created

User Management

Adding a New User

1
Navigate to User Management

Click on User Management in the sidebar menu.

2
Click "Create New User"

Click the + Create New User button at the top right.

3
Fill in User Details
  • Full Name: User's complete name
  • Email: Unique email address (used for login)
  • Password: Minimum 8 characters
  • Role: Select School Admin, Teacher, or Student
  • Phone Number: Optional contact number
4
Assign Classes (for Students/Teachers)

If creating a student or teacher, select the classes they belong to or teach.

5
Assign Subjects (for Teachers)

For teachers, select the subjects they will teach/manage.

Tip: You can also bulk import users using CSV files from the User Management page.

Subject Management

Creating a Subject

1
Go to Subject Management

Click Subject Management in the sidebar.

2
Add New Subject

Click + Add Subject button.

3
Enter Subject Information
  • Subject Name: e.g., Mathematics, Physics
  • Subject Code: Unique identifier (e.g., MTH101)
  • Description: Optional description
  • Status: Active/Inactive

Class Management

Classes group students together for exam assignment and performance tracking.

Creating a Class

1
Navigate to Class Management

Select Class Management from the sidebar.

2
Create New Class

Click the + Create Class button.

3
Fill Class Details
  • Class Name: e.g., Grade 10A, Form 4B
  • Description: Optional details about the class
  • Academic Year: Optional year/session
4
Assign Students

Add students to the class from the class detail page.

Subscription & Billing

ExamReel operates on a subscription model with different plans offering various features and limits.

Viewing Your Subscription

Navigate to Subscription & Billing to see:

Upgrading Your Plan

1
View Available Plans

Click Upgrade Plan to see all available subscription options.

2
Select a Plan

Choose the plan that best fits your institution's needs.

3
Complete Payment

Follow the payment gateway instructions to complete the subscription.

Student Payment Settings

Configure whether students need to pay to access exams, subjects, or view results:

Reports & Analytics

Access comprehensive reports to track performance and usage:

Report Type Description Access
Exam Performance Report Overall exam statistics, pass/fail rates, average scores Reports → Exam Report
Class Performance Performance metrics by class Reports → Class Performance
Student Report Individual student performance across all exams Reports → Student Report
Statistical Report Detailed analytics with charts and graphs Reports → Statistical Report

Teacher Guide

Teacher Dashboard

The teacher dashboard displays:

Question Bank Management

Creating a Question

1
Go to Question Bank

Click Question Bank in the sidebar menu.

2
Create New Question

Click + Add Question button.

3
Select Question Type
  • MCQ (Multiple Choice - Single Answer): Students select one correct answer
  • MAQ (Multiple Answer Question): Students select multiple correct answers
  • SA (Short Answer): Students type a brief answer (manual grading)
  • ESS (Essay): Long-form written answer (manual grading)
4
Enter Question Details
  • Subject: Select the subject
  • Question Text: The question prompt
  • Default Marks: Points for correct answer
  • Difficulty Level: Easy, Medium, Hard
  • Answers: Add answer options (for MCQ/MAQ)
5
Mark Correct Answers

For MCQ/MAQ questions, check the box next to correct answer(s).

Tip: You can add images to questions and answers for visual clarity.

AI Question Generation

ExamReel can automatically generate questions using AI (requires subscription plan with AI features).

Generating AI Questions

1
Navigate to AI Generation

Go to Question BankAI Question Generation.

2
Configure Generation Parameters
  • Subject: Select the subject
  • Topic: Specify the topic or chapter
  • Number of Questions: How many to generate
  • Question Type: MCQ or MAQ
  • Difficulty Level: Easy, Medium, or Hard
3
Generate Questions

Click Generate Questions and wait for AI processing.

4
Review and Approve

AI-generated questions are marked for review. Review each question before approving for use in exams.

Exam Management

Creating an Exam

1
Go to Exam Management

Click Exam Management in the sidebar.

2
Create New Exam

Click + Create Exam button.

3
Enter Exam Details
  • Exam Title: e.g., "Mathematics Mid-Term Exam"
  • Description: Instructions for students
  • Start Date & Time: When exam becomes available
  • End Date & Time: Exam deadline
  • Duration: Time limit in minutes
  • Total Marks: Will be calculated from selected questions
  • Passing Marks: Minimum marks to pass
4
Configure Exam Settings
  • Shuffle Questions: Randomize question order for each student
  • Shuffle Answers: Randomize answer options (MCQ/MAQ)
  • Show Results After Submission: Allow immediate result viewing
  • Allow Review: Let students review answers before submit
5
Assign Subjects

Select one or more subjects for the exam.

6
Assign Classes

Select which classes can access this exam.

7
Select Questions

Click Select Questions on the exam detail page. Browse and select questions from your question bank.

8
Allocate Marks (Optional)

Adjust marks for individual questions if needed.

9
Activate Exam

Click Activate Exam to publish it to students.

Grading & Results

Auto-Grading

MCQ and MAQ questions are automatically graded when students submit exams.

Manual Grading (Short Answer & Essay)

1
Navigate to Manual Marking

Click Manual Marking in the sidebar.

2
Select Exam

Choose an exam that has Short Answer or Essay questions.

3
Review Student Answers

Read each student's answer and assign marks based on correctness.

4
Save Marks

Enter the marks awarded and click Save.

Viewing Results

Go to Results to view:

Student Guide

Student Dashboard

After logging in, students see:

Taking Exams

Starting an Exam

1
View Available Exams

Go to My Exams or click on an exam from your dashboard.

2
Read Exam Instructions

Review the exam details, duration, total marks, and any special instructions.

3
Make Payment (if required)

If the exam requires payment, click Pay to Start and complete the payment process.

4
Start the Exam

Click Start Exam. The timer will begin immediately.

During the Exam

Timer

A countdown timer is displayed at the top. The exam auto-submits when time expires.

Answering Questions
  • MCQ: Click on one answer option
  • MAQ: Check multiple answer options
  • SA/Essay: Type your answer in the text box
Navigation
  • Use Previous and Next buttons to navigate
  • Answers are auto-saved as you type/select
  • You can review and change answers before submission

Submitting the Exam

1
Review Your Answers

Check that you've answered all questions.

2
Click Submit

Click the Submit Exam button.

3
Confirm Submission

Confirm that you want to submit. You cannot change answers after submission.

Important: Once you start an exam, you must complete it within the time limit. If you navigate away or close the browser, you can continue later if time remains. However, the exam will auto-submit when time expires.

Viewing Results

Accessing Your Results

1
Go to Results

Click My Results in the sidebar or from your dashboard.

2
Select an Exam

Click on an exam to view your detailed results.

3
Make Payment (if required)

If result viewing requires payment, complete the payment first.

Understanding Your Results

Your result page shows:

Note: Results for exams with Short Answer or Essay questions may be pending until your teacher completes manual grading.

Student Payments

Some organizations require students to pay for exam access, subject access, or result viewing.

Making a Payment

1
Initiate Payment

When you try to access a paid resource, you'll be prompted to make payment.

2
Review Payment Details

Check the amount, currency, and what you're paying for.

3
Complete Payment

Follow the payment gateway instructions to complete the transaction.

4
Access Resource

After successful payment, you'll be granted access to the exam, subject, or result.

Payment History

View all your payments by going to Payment History:

Frequently Asked Questions

Click "Forgot Password" on the login page, enter your email address, and follow the instructions sent to your email.

Your answers are auto-saved as you progress. If you reconnect before the time expires, you can continue from where you left off. However, the timer continues running.

No, once you submit an exam, your answers are final and cannot be changed.

Your result page will show "Passed" or "Failed" based on whether you met the minimum passing marks set by your teacher.

Teachers can see that you've started an exam and when you submit it, but they cannot view your screen or monitor your progress in real-time.

This depends on the exam settings configured by your teacher. Most exams allow only one attempt.

ExamReel works best on modern browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari (latest versions).

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Cannot Login

Solutions:

  • Check that you're using the correct email address and password
  • Ensure Caps Lock is off
  • Use the "Forgot Password" link to reset your password
  • Contact your School Admin if your account is inactive

Exam Timer Not Showing

Solutions:

  • Refresh the page
  • Clear your browser cache and cookies
  • Try a different browser

Answers Not Saving

Solutions:

  • Check your internet connection
  • Don't use browser back/forward buttons during exams
  • Wait a moment after selecting an answer before navigating

Images Not Loading

Solutions:

  • Check your internet connection
  • Disable browser extensions that block images
  • Try a different browser
Need More Help?

If you continue experiencing issues, contact your School Admin or reach out to ExamReel support with details about the problem you're encountering.