Custom Build

Custom Assessment Tests

When off-the-shelf tests are too generic, we build the assessment to your exact role specification — question bank, practical task, and rubric.

AssessExpert's Exam Setup team builds custom assessment tests for roles that off-the-shelf banks do not cover well. We work with your subject matter expert to design 500-question banks, calibrate a practical task, and write the scoring rubric. Typical build time is two to three weeks.

When to commission a custom test

Your role involves proprietary tools, internal workflows, regulatory frameworks unique to your industry, or a combination of skills that no off-the-shelf test covers. The generic test would under-discriminate — too many candidates would pass and you would learn nothing.

How the build process works

Week 1: skill mapping with your SME — what does the role actually require? Week 2: question writing and practical design. Week 3: SME review, calibration against your current team, and integrity review.

The bank stays private to your workspace. We do not share custom questions across clients.

What you get at the end

A 500-question bank tagged by domain and difficulty. A 60-minute practical task with a scoring rubric. A pass-mark calibrated against your top current performers. Documentation your team can use for future role iterations.

What you get

Capabilities

SME-driven question writing

Your subject matter expert drives the skill map; our team handles the writing and calibration.

Private banks

Custom banks stay in your workspace and are not shared with other clients.

Calibration against your team

Pass-mark set so your current top performers score in the expected range.

Iteration support

After three months of live use, we revisit the bank and tighten weak questions.

FAQ

Common questions

How long does a custom build take?

Two to three weeks from kickoff to live, assuming SME availability for two short review sessions.

How much SME time is required?

Around 4-6 hours total across the build: skill mapping, question review, and calibration.

Can we update the bank later?

Yes. Banks are versioned; updates do not affect candidates who already took the test.

Ready to evaluate your candidates with evidence?

Book a demo with our team. We will configure an assessment for your highest-volume role and show you the candidate experience, the proctor dashboard, and the report your hiring managers will receive.

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