One case of impersonation and nine cases of unfair means were detected on the first day of the Joint Entrance Examination - Main (JEE-Main) Session 2 using AI tools, iFace, which were deployed this time to monitor any malpractices.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has introduced AI technology called iFace to verify the identity of exam candidates. This involves cross-verifying the photo on the admit card with a live photograph taken at the exam center, alongside mandatory frisking and electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) procedures.
The exam for session 2 began on April 4 and will end on April 12.
"Due to strict controls and vigilance, 01 case of impersonation and 09 cases of UFM were detected today during the conduct of JEE (Main) 2024 Session-2 Examination across the country. All such cases will be dealt with as per the Unfair Means (UFM) procedures," the National Testing Agency said in an official release.
A comprehensive strategy was formulated to administer the examination. Control rooms were set up at the NTA headquarters in New Delhi for rigorous supervision and monitoring. Live video feeds from cameras installed in every exam room/lab were closely monitored by virtual observers, who promptly generated real-time alerts if necessary.
The NTA has deployed a substantial workforce to provide biometric authentication, frisking, CCTV surveillance, and jamming services. In addition to NTA officials, a team of observers, virtual observers, and flying squads has been mobilized to ensure the seamless execution of the examination.
The National Testing Agency has already released the admit cards for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main 2024 Session 2. Students appearing in the examination can download the hall tickets from the official website using their application number and date of birth.
The National Testing Agency has revised the schedule for the JEE Main 2024 Session 2 due to a clash with the dates of the Lok Sabha polls. The exam will now be held from April 4 to 12 instead of the initially scheduled dates from April 4 to 15.
As per the new schedule, Paper 1 (BE/BTech) will be conducted on April 4, 5, 6, 8, and 9, and Paper 2 on April 12. Paper 1 will be conducted in two shifts: the first from 9 am to 12 pm and the second from 3 pm to 6 pm. Paper 2 will be held from 9 am to 12.30 pm.
"The candidates are advised to carefully read the subject-specific instructions and other instructions mentioned in the question paper and abide by the same," the public notice states.
If any candidate encounters difficulties while obtaining the Admit Card for JEE (Main) - April 2024 Session 2, including the undertaking, they can reach out for assistance via phone at 011-40759000 or email at jeemain@nta.ac.in. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official websites of NTA (nta.ac.in) and (jeemain.nta.ac.in) for the latest updates.
The NTA is conducting the Joint Entrance Examination (Main) - April 2024 Session 2 across various centres nationwide and 22 centers internationally.