Status of Online Academic Exams

Last updated on February 20, 2025. We actively update this webpage with the latest information. It is highly recommended that you bookmark and check this page regularly.

Spring/Summer 2025 Session (April - June)

Please refer to PEO’s Technical Exam Program for a list of technical exams that is offered in the current session and for future sessions. Candidates are strongly encouraged to check back on this page for regular updates on the exact dates for each exam.

AssessBank and eProctor Canada are the exam platform and virtual proctor providers for this session’s examinations. Both AssessBank and eProctor Canada services and servers are hosted in Canada.

Engineers and Geoscientists BC and partnering regulators across Canada do not endorse and are not affiliated with any third-party exam preparatory services or institutions. Completion of any third-party prep course is done at the discretion of the candidate, and there is no guarantee to the appropriateness of the content or the level of preparedness that they provide.

Important Exam Information

Schedule and Exam Format

Candidate Guides and Information

• eProctor Exam Booking Process (NEW)
• Candidate Guide for Online Exams and FAQs
• Exam Rules and Statement of Understanding
• How to Access Your Exam
• Do's and Don'ts of Virtual Examinations
• Written Solutions Guide

Important Dates for Exam Candidates

We aim to meet the following key milestone dates for the upcoming Spring/Summer 2025 session. These dates are estimates and are subject to change:

What to Expect with the Online Format

System Requirements

Please review the system requirements to ensure that you are equipped to take the exam before your sitting date.

• You are required to use a desktop computer or laptop with a webcam and stable high-speed internet connection to access the exam. 
  Tip: It is recommended to use a personal computer/laptop to minimize potential interruptions due to firewalls or software restrictions, which are more commonly found on work-issued devices.
  
  
• Conduct a Speed Test to ensure your internet speeds meet the requirements to complete your exam with eProctor Canada. eProctor network requirements are: 2.5 Mbps minimum upload speeds and 2.5 Mbps minimum download speeds.
  
  
• Webcam with microphone (or separate microphone)
  
  
• Operating system minimum requirements:
  • Windows: Windows 7 or later; or
  • Mac: OS X 10.9 or later.

Prior to the Day of Your Exam

Prior to the scheduled exam day:

• Create or confirm your existing eProctor Canada account. 
  • See eProctor Exam Booking Process for detailed instructions.
  • Candidates will need to have an eProctor Canada account by Sunday, March 7, 2025.
    
    Candidates do not need to book for their exam. You will be automatically registered for your examination date. eProctor will send confirmation emails by the end of March with details of your exam time and date. Make sure to monitor your inbox and check your spam/junk folders.

• Ensure that your username and login work with the AssessBank testing platform.
  • Note that while you can log in, you will not be able to start your registered exam until your scheduled exam day. 
    However, you must not start any exam until you are connected and checked in with a live proctor and your proctor allows you to start the exam.
    
    
• Practice using your scanning device.
  • The Written Solutions Guide provides detailed instructions on submitting your solutions on the day of the exam. While these instructions will also be provided during your exam, there is a time limit for submission, so it is highly recommended to test and become familiar with your scanning device and its features prior to your exam day.

More information and instructions can be found in the Candidate Guide for Online Technical Exams.

On the Day of Your Exam

Candidates are expected to log in through the eProctor Canada application at least 30 minutes prior to their scheduled time. This allows time to address any system or internet connectivity issues (if needed) and also allows proctors ample time to conduct the check-in process and review exam procedures. 

To ensure a smooth experience, here are some tips:

• Review and follow guides and instructions
  We have published and updated guides and instructions to ensure candidates have a successful exam experience. Utilize the Candidate Guide for Online Technical Exams as a reference for exam day preparation, and other helpful resources listed under Candidates Guides and Information.
  
  
• Clear your testing environment
  Please ensure that only permitted materials are on your desk and have your government photo ID, AssessBank login, and password ready.  
   
• Re-download the eProctor application
  Re-download the eProctor Canada application to ensure you have the latest version on the day of your exam.
   
• Connecting with the live proctor 
  Candidates will see a loading screen (green circles) until the proctor has a chance to do the check-in. Note that it is normal to wait on the loading screen while proctors check in candidates on a first-come, first-serve basis. They will review our exam rules with you and complete a desk scan.
   
• Access your exam on AssessBank
  Once candidates are checked in successfully, the exam link will be sent to you through eProctor Canada, where you can log in with your AssessBank credentials and launch your test. Trying your login credentials prior to exam day will ensure minimal disruptions in case of password issues.

Exam Conduct

While the examinations are conducted electronically, please be aware that the Exam Rules and Statement of Understanding, Examination Misconduct Policy (for Engineers and Geoscientists BC candidates), and any equivalent policies under other respective regulators are still applicable and enforced. Please take the time to review the attached policy prior to your exam.

Solutions submitted for each exam must adhere to the Written Solutions Guide.

Be aware that sharing of confidential exam content is strictly prohibited, including your exam solutions and rough work. Sharing, or attempting to share, exam content may impact your application for registration. Please store your exam solutions in a secure and confidential place for your records until you have received your exam results.  

Questions?

If you have questions regarding the academic/technical exam sessions, please contact your respective regulator: