AI Interview

AI Interview — setup and candidate guide

AI Interview is a conversational AI-conducted interview for hiring and skill assessment. The AI asks job-role-specific questions, the candidate responds verbally, and the system produces a transcript with per-competency scoring and behavioural flags.

For admins / recruiters — setting up an AI Interview

Step 1 — Create the interview

1. Log in as admin.
2. Go to Exam → Create Exam → pick AI Interview.
3. Enter the job role title (e.g. "Junior Software Engineer", "Sales Manager").
4. Paste or upload the job description. The AI uses this to generate role-specific questions.

Step 2 — Configure questions

1. Choose question source:
   • AI-generated — the system creates questions from the JD.
   • Custom — type your own questions.
   • Mixed — seed with custom questions and let the AI fill the rest.
2. Pick interview length (number of questions, typically 8–15) and total duration.
3. Optional: enable scenario-based questions (case study, role-play prompts).
4. Optional: enable coding questions for technical interviews.
5. Optional: enable hybrid mode — a human recruiter joins midway for follow-up.

Step 3 — Configure scoring

1. Open Scoring Criteria and define competencies to evaluate: technical knowledge, communication clarity, problem-solving, domain depth, soft skills.
2. Assign weights to each competency.
3. Optional: define a minimum cut-off for shortlisting.

Step 4 — Send to candidates

1. Add candidates from Candidates → Add or bulk-upload.
2. Assign the interview. Each candidate receives a unique link by email.
3. Candidates can take the interview anytime within the availability window.

Step 5 — Review results

1. Open Reports → AI Interview Results.
2. Each row shows the candidate, total score, competency-wise breakdown, and any behavioural flags.
3. Click any candidate to open the full transcript, the recorded audio/video, and the AI's reasoning per response.
4. Filter by minimum score to shortlist.
5. Export to Excel for ATS / HRMS integration.

For candidates — how to appear for the AI interview

What you need

• Laptop or desktop (recommended) with working webcam + microphone.
• Latest Google Chrome on Windows or Mac. Don't use Safari.
• Stable internet.
• Well-lit room, light-coloured neutral background.
• A valid photo ID for verification.

Step 1 — Login

1. Open the AI interview URL sent in your email.
2. Enter the username and password from the email.
3. Solve the captcha shown on screen.
4. Click Login.

Step 2 — System check and identity verification

1. Click Test my webcam to confirm video and audio work.
2. Show your photo ID in front of the camera and click Capture.
3. Capture your face when prompted.
4. Click Proceed to start.

Step 3 — The interview

1. Your name, role, and the interview timer appear at the top.
2. The first question is shown on screen and spoken by the AI.
3. Unmute your microphone and speak your answer naturally — as you would in a face-to-face interview.
4. When done, press Enter to submit your response.
5. To skip a question, say "next question please" — the AI moves on.
6. Answer all questions clearly and professionally.

Step 4 — End

1. After the last question, click End Interview.
2. Responses are auto-saved.
3. Click Continue to finish. Status updates to "Completed".

What the AI evaluates

• Technical accuracy of your answers vs the job-role expectations.
• Communication clarity, vocabulary, fluency.
• Structure and coherence of responses.
• Behavioural cues from voice and (if video) facial expressions.
• Confidence and engagement signals.

Anti-cheating

AI proctoring runs throughout: face presence, multiple-face detection, object detection (phone, books), audio of other voices, screen monitoring. Flags appear in the recruiter's review.

Common candidate questions

Can I appear on my mobile phone?
Yes — mobile is supported, but a laptop or desktop is strongly recommended for a better webcam, microphone, and speech-to-text experience.

What if my webcam or microphone isn't working?
Use Test my webcam on the system-check page before the interview. The interview cannot proceed without working audio and video.

How long is the interview?
Typically 15–30 minutes depending on role. Your invitation email shows the expected duration.

Demo video: youtu.be/Aso_fc8Dc44