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Download Stark CBT for Your School

Direct, clean downloads. Self-contained and ready to install on your computer lab equipment in minutes—without installing complex third-party software.

Official License Information

Free to Download & Test • Activated with Your School License Key

You can download and install Stark CBT on your school computers immediately. To conduct live school examinations, your installation is activated using an official School License Key issued by XpanSieve.

Choose the Right Package for Your Computers

Choose the Server package for your main exam coordination computer, and the Student Exam App for your lab computers.

For Examination Server / Teacher PCPrimary Server Setup

Stark CBT School Server & Control Center

Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit Installer)9.5 MB
Where to install:Install on the main computer managing the exam hall or connected to your school network switch.

Complete school exam control suite. Automatically detects your school computer lab network, lets teachers create and schedule exams, manages student class rosters, and generates instant broadsheets and printable result slips.

Download StarkCBT-Setup-v2.1.0-x64.exe
Free direct download • Virus scanned
For Student Lab ComputersFor Student PCs

Stark CBT Student Exam App

Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 (Installer)4.8 MB
Where to install:Install on student desktop and laptop computers in your computer lab.

Distraction-free, secure exam application. Locks the screen to prevent students from opening other programs or web browsing during tests. (Note: students can also take exams simply by opening any regular web browser on your school network).

Download StarkCBT-Student-Setup-v2.1.0.exe
Free direct download • Virus scanned
For Dedicated Linux ServersLinux DEB

Stark CBT Linux Server (DEB Package)

Ubuntu / Debian Linux (64-bit .deb)18.4 MB
Where to install:For secondary schools and colleges with a dedicated Debian or Ubuntu Linux computer lab server.

Native Debian/Ubuntu package for dedicated lab servers. Runs silently in the background with systemd service startup upon computer power-on.

Download stark-cbt_2.1.0_amd64.deb
Free direct download • Virus scanned

Portable Standalone Packages & Checksums

Portable ZIP and tarball distributions for offline flash drive deployment, plus SHA-256 integrity verification.

Download SHA256SUMS.txt

Windows Server Portable ZIP

Windows 64-bit (Portable)19.1 MB
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Windows Student App Portable ZIP

Windows (Portable)6.5 MB
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Linux Server Tarball

Linux x64 (.tar.gz)18.5 MB
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Verified Lab Compatibility

Will It Work on Your School Computers?

Works with Your Existing Computer Lab
Exam Server / Teacher PC
  • Computer: Any standard Windows 10 or 11 laptop or desktop
  • Memory: 4GB RAM minimum (runs smoothly on everyday office PCs)
  • Storage: Less than 500MB free space needed
  • Connection: Plugged into your lab switch or Wi-Fi router with a network cable
Student Lab Computers
  • Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11 (older PCs fully supported)
  • Processor: Pentium, Celeron, Core 2 Duo, Core i3 or higher
  • Memory: 2GB RAM minimum (no heavy system requirements)
  • Access Method: Stark CBT Student Exam App or any modern web browser
School Lab Network Setup
  • Network Switch: Standard 16, 24, or 48-port Ethernet switch
  • Cables: Standard LAN network cables connecting computers to the switch
  • Wireless Option: Dual-band Wi-Fi router (for wireless laptop labs)
  • Internet Access: Only required briefly to verify software license with our servers. Zero internet is needed for students to take exams.

Getting Started in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1: Open Control Panel

Run stark-cbt-control.exe on your teacher or coordinator PC. The software immediately detects your computer lab network.

Step 2: Start the Exam Session

Click "Start Server". The software activates your school testing system instantly. No internet and no complex server setup required.

Step 3: Connect Students

Students open the Stark Student app (or any browser) on their lab computer, log in with their registration number, and take the examination.