UNAIR NEWS – The nationwide Computer-Based Written Examination (UTBK) officially launched across Indonesia, with Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) serving as one of East Java’s primary testing sites. On the first day, Wednesday (April 23, 2025), UNAIR successfully hosted the exam in an organized and efficient manner.
This year, 14,660 participants are scheduled to take the UTBK across eight testing sites spread throughout UNAIR’s Dharmahusada-A, Dharmawangsa-B, and MERR-C campuses. The university has designated 18 rooms for the exam, which will be held over 18 separate sessions.
Rector Prof. Dr. Mohammad Nasih MT Ak CA noted a significant increase in UTBK participants at UNAIR this year. “We’re seeing a rise in participation, with over 14,000 candidates registered—higher than in previous years,” he said.
System operations and security protocols
Prof. Nasih reported that the first day of exam went smoothly, with both technical systems and security measures performing reliably. “UNAIR has worked hard to ensure a smooth and secure testing experience. Everything functioned as expected, and we’re hopeful that upcoming sessions will continue in the same manner,” he added.
To enhance security and prevent exam fraud, UNAIR introduced a policy requiring participants to wear standardized sandals. The measure is part of the university’s broader effort to ensure fairness and deter any potential misconduct.
“Technology today can be misused. We’ve seen individuals attempt to undermine exam integrity by hiding communication devices that aren’t detected by metal scanners,” said the senior professor from UNAIR’s Faculty of Economics and Business.
He emphasized that the footwear policy is not merely for hygiene, but a strategic move to mitigate risks associated with cheating and to promote equal conditions for all test-takers.
With these support systems in place, Prof. Nasih expressed hope that the UTBK at UNAIR would continue to run smoothly through its conclusion. “We hope this marks a strong start for the nation’s brightest young minds as they take the next step in their academic journey,” he concluded.
Author: Yulia Rohmawati
