This step-by-step guide walks you through how to create assessments in Canditech. Learn how to use our AI Assessment Builder, build with expert-designed Test Library sections, start with ready-made test templates, or create an assessment entirely from scratch.
Choose How to Build Your Assessment
In Canditech, you can create assessments in four different ways.
First, you can use Canditech's AI Assessment Builder, the fastest and most guided option. Simply provide a job title and description, and the builder will generate a role-specific assessment using relevant Library sections and custom content where needed. You can then review and customize the assessment to match your hiring requirements.
Second, you can build an assessment using our Test Library of 500+ ready-to-use sections, created by subject-matter experts for a wide range of roles and industries. Choose the sections that match your hiring needs and customize them as needed.
Third, you can choose from our expertly crafted ready-made test templates, tailored to specific roles and topics such as Digital Marketing or Excel Skills. These complete assessments can be used as-is or customized to fit your requirements.
Fourth, you can create an assessment entirely from scratch. Choose your own question types, build your sections, and customize every detail. You can also upload your existing company tests directly into Canditech.
In this article, we'll walk you through each assessment-building option step-by-step:
How Do You Create an Assessment using Canditech’s AI Assessment Builder?
Canditech’s AI Assessment Builder is the fastest way to create a role-specific assessment. Simply provide a job title and description, and the builder will generate a recommended assessment using relevant Library sections and custom content where needed. You can review the suggested structure and customize the assessment to match your hiring requirements.
Learn more about the AI Features offered by Canditech.
From your Assessment Tab, select Create Assessment with AI.
Choose one of the suggested roles or enter a custom role name.
Provide additional context about the position by pasting a job description URL, copying the full job description into the chat, or entering a brief summary of the key responsibilities and required skills. The more detail you provide, the more accurately the builder can tailor the assessment to the role.
Review the summary of the role requirements to ensure it accurately reflects the position. Once confirmed, reply “Looks good” to generate the recommended assessment. You can then review the suggested sections, question types, and estimated completion time, and request adjustments if needed.
Note: Assessment generation may take up to 45 minutes, depending on the complexity of the role and assessment. You can continue working in Canditech while your assessment is being generated.
Click See in Assessment Builder to open the assessment. From there, you can edit questions, adjust time limits, add or remove sections, and customize the assessment to fit your needs.
How Do You Create an Assessment Using Library Sections?
Canditech’s Test Library contains 500+ ready-to-use sections created by subject-matter experts and psychologists. Browse sections by role, skill, or topic, then select and customize the content that best matches your hiring needs. You can add, remove, or edit questions to build an assessment tailored to your requirements.
From your Assessment Tab, select Create Assessment.
Note: You can also select Explore Library from the top-right corner of the Assessment Tab. The process is the same, except you’ll be prompted to name your assessment after selecting a section.
Enter the role you’re creating the assessment for, such as Data Analyst, and click Save. Your assessment will be automatically titled based on the role you enter.
The Assessment Position is displayed to candidates, so choose a clear and accurate title. You can also set an internal Assessment Name, which is visible only to your team and can help distinguish between assessments. For instructions on changing either name, see Additional Assessment Features.
Your Assessment Page will open with a blank first section.
Click Select question set from library to open the Canditech Library.
How Do You Browse the Library?
Use the Library filters to find sections that match the skills and topics you want to assess.
Job-specific skills: Browse sections by industry or role, such as customer-facing positions or marketing.
Cognitive Skills: Find evaluations covering skills such as attention to detail, critical thinking, and communication.
Personality Tests: Explore the Big Five, DISC, and Enneagram assessments.
Learn more in Canditech's Personality Assessments guide.
AI Skills: Explore Library sections designed to evaluate candidates’ AI literacy and practical use of AI tools across different roles and seniority levels. These include AI prompting, responsible AI usage, and role-specific applications, as well as sections that allow candidates to work with embedded AI Assistants.
You can also explore Canditech’s broader AI Assessment tools and Additional AI features.
Leadership & Management Skills: Browse sections designed to evaluate managerial and leadership competencies.
Generic Skills: Explore cross-industry skills such as computer literacy, English proficiency, and general math.
Company Filter: Access sections previously created or saved within your company’s account, including custom sections and Library sections used in other assessments.
How Do You Add Library Sections to Your Assessment?
Select a section from the column on the left to preview its contents. Click Add questions in the bottom-right corner to add it to your assessment.
To add more sections, click Add section at the bottom of your Assessment Page and repeat the process.
Once you’ve added your Library sections, you can edit, add, or remove questions and make further customizations. For more information, see our Editing Questions and Sections article.
How Do You Create an Assessment using Ready-Made Test Templates?
Canditech’s ready-made test templates are complete assessments designed by industry experts for specific roles and topics. Each template includes relevant questions and exercises and can be used as-is or customized to match your hiring requirements.
From your Assessment Tab, select Browse our ready-to-use examples.
Browse the available templates. Each template displays its intended industry or role, a summary of the assessment content, and the estimated completion time.
Select More details to view a more detailed overview of the template, including its section-by-section breakdown.
To experience the assessment from a candidate’s perspective, select the eye icon to preview and take the template.
See how to Preview an Assessment.
Once you’ve chosen a template, click Use as template in the bottom-right corner to add it to your account.
Your assessment will appear in your Assessment Tab, where you can use it as-is or customize its content and settings.
For instructions on customizing your assessment, see our Editing Questions and Sections guide.
How Do You Create an Assessment from Scratch?
Create a fully customized assessment by choosing your own question types, building questions, and organizing them into sections. You can also recreate your existing company tests in Canditech, giving you control over the assessment’s content and structure.
From your Assessment Tab, select Create Assessment.
Enter the role you’re creating the assessment for, such as Data Analyst, and click Save. Your assessment will be automatically titled based on the role you enter.
For more information on assessment titles and internal names, see our Additional Assessment Features article.
Your Assessment Page will open with a blank first section. Click Create question from scratch to begin.
Select the question type you’d like to add and create your question.
Learn more about Questions and Scoring in Canditech.
To add more questions, click Add question and repeat the process.
To add instructions or additional information for candidates, click Add intro text. Info sections can also be used to create subsections within your assessment.
Once you’ve finished creating your questions, click Section 01 to give your section a relevant title. Enter the title and click Save.
To add additional sections, click Add section at the bottom of your Assessment Page.
For instructions on editing questions and sections, see our Editing Questions and Sections article.
For instructions on configuring your Welcome Page, candidate emails, proctoring settings, and other assessment features, see our Additional Assessment Features guide.
To learn more about Canditech’s skill assessment solutions, visit our website.