TechEval.ai & Kovi Knowledge Base
Technical specifications, anti-cheat mechanisms, candidate requirements, and administrative configuration details for the Kovi autonomous interview agent.
What is TechEval.ai and how does the Kovi Agent conduct interviews?
TechEval.ai is an autonomous technical recruitment platform powered by the Kovi Agent. Kovi conducts interactive, voice-based technical interviews for software engineering roles, evaluating system architecture, syntax logic, and engineering trade-offs in real time across Junior, Mid-Level, and Senior Architect positions.
How does the 10 free credits trial work?
New accounts receive 10 free credits upon sign-up. Each credit allows you to conduct one complete candidate interview using the Kovi Agent. This gives your hiring team the opportunity to evaluate the platform's technical depth, anti-cheat proctoring, and instant scorecards completely risk-free before committing to a paid plan.
What is the cost of an interview or credit?
The cost is ₹150 (Rupees 150) per interview credit.
Does the duration of the interview impact the number of credits used?
No. Each credit is equal to one complete interview, irrespective of the interview's duration.
What is the maximum duration for an interview?
The maximum duration allowed for a single interview session is 60 minutes.
Can multiple users register under the same company branch or location?
No. The platform currently restricts registration to one user account per specific company branch[cite: 9]. However, you can register multiple user accounts for the same company provided they are assigned to different branches or locations[cite: 9].
What are the different interview types and their focus areas?
Kovi supports five distinct interview formats:
- Initial Screening: Focuses on past projects, resume background, and high-level experience.
- Technical Deep Dive: Focuses strictly on core technology syntax, frameworks, and coding logic.
- System Design: Focuses on system architecture, database scaling, and technical trade-offs.
- Behavioral & Cultural Fit: Focuses on leadership, teamwork, conflict resolution, and soft skills.
- Full Stack Evaluation: Focuses on end-to-end development spanning both frontend and backend.
How are the technical evaluation levels and complexity defined?
The Kovi Engine adapts question difficulty and grading based on three configured seniority levels: Junior / Foundation, Mid-Level / Execution, and Senior / Architecture. This ensures candidates are evaluated fairly against the expectations and technical depth of their specific career level.
What is a recommended pass score on the Kovi platform?
Kovi grades candidates on a strict, objective scale. As a benchmark, an exceptionally well-prepared candidate with strong problem-solving abilities (e.g., equivalent to a 130 IQ baseline) typically achieves a score of 6.5. Therefore, we recommend configuring your pass threshold between 6.3 and 7.5, which can be adjusted depending on your company's internal standards and the urgency of your candidate fill time.
How does Kovi detect cheating and AI copilot usage?
Kovi combines live hardware proctoring (gaze tracking, multiple face detection, and browser tab-switch logging) with AI copilot detection. The agent monitors conversational speech rhythm and injects dynamic follow-up curveballs to catch candidates reading answers generated by tools like ChatGPT.
If Kovi detects a candidate using another LLM, will it exit the interview immediately?
No. The Kovi Agent will not terminate the session immediately. Instead, it will continue asking questions normally while capturing all the evidence, which is then compiled and sent directly to the recruiter for review.
Are all proctoring alerts sent to HR?
Yes. All proctoring alerts, integrity flags, and behavioral anomalies detected during the interview are fully logged and notified to HR in the candidate's final scorecard.
Does Kovi support major browsers, and do I need to install any add-ons?
Kovi runs natively on all major modern desktop browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari, and Mozilla Firefox. It utilizes secure WebRTC standards, meaning candidates do not need to download, install, or enable any browser extensions, add-ons, or third-party software.
Can I complete the technical interview from a mobile phone or tablet?
No. Kovi technical interviews strictly require a laptop or desktop computer. Mobile phones, tablets, and mobile operating systems are entirely unsupported due to the physical keyboard requirements for live coding rounds and the robust hardware anti-cheat proctoring mechanisms.
Can I take the interview if I have a low network signal or a dropped connection?
Kovi is designed with adaptive audio-video streaming and continuous session recovery. If a candidate experiences a transient low network signal or a complete drop, they can simply refresh or click the same interview link to resume exactly where they left off without losing their progress.
Will HR be notified if a candidate disconnects multiple times?
Yes. If a candidate disconnects from the interview session more than two times, the system will automatically trigger a notification to the HR team.
Does the platform work on 5G networks or mobile hotspots?
Yes. Kovi operates smoothly over high-speed 5G networks and mobile hotspots, provided the connection remains stable enough for continuous live video and audio streaming during the technical evaluation.
Is auto-submission available for answers?
Yes. Once the Kovi Agent finishes reading a question, the candidate is given a 12-second window to start their answer. Once they start speaking, the system allows for a 7-second pause gap. If the candidate remains silent during the initial 12 seconds or pauses for more than 7 seconds mid-answer, the system will automatically submit the response and move to the next question.
How do I contact TechEval.ai for business partnerships, technical support, or custom deployments?
For enterprise partnerships and sales inquiries, contact contact@techeval.ai. If a candidate or recruiter experiences technical issues during an active interview session, they can immediately reach our engineering team at support@techeval.ai.