The pandemic exposed a critical flaw in Bangladesh’s EdTech boom: while students could learn online, they couldn’t effectively practice for the high-pressure exams that define their academic futures. Now, QZTest, a flagship venture of ed-tech startup HulkenStein, is launching a platform to fix that.
Positioning itself as Bangladesh's first all-in-one online exam platform, QZTest aims to transform the way students prepare, practice, and perform in online exams across all levels — from school to university to national competitive tests. The platform says it already has over 100,000 users and a database of one million verified questions during its beta phase, a head start that can give it significant leverage.
“The market was full of content, but empty of realistic assessment,” A.S.M. Anas Ferdous, founder of HulkenStein, said. “Students were using YouTube and random quiz apps, but walking into the actual exam was a completely different, alien experience. We’re building the bridge.”
When the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traditional classrooms, Bangladesh’s education sector underwent a massive digital shift, going online almost overnight. Online learning platforms thrived. Students got access to videos, tutorials, and materials. But the online examination segment remained underdeveloped. It lacked structure, reliability, and standardization. Nothing compared to the rigor of real test halls.
That’s where the QZTest team saw an opportunity to tackle a critical gap. The platform launched in 2022 with a specific mission: to bring the seriousness of offline exams into the digital realm.
The numbers show early traction. QZTest claims that it has already served over 100,000 students, built a database of more than one million verified questions, and engaged 200+ expert instructors to ensure academic accuracy and relevance.
The opportunity is massive. The QZTest team predicts the online assessment market in Bangladesh will exceed multi-billion dollars by 2030. Several estimates suggest there are around 40 million students in Bangladesh's education system. 65% of them are expected to use some form of online education and examination system by 2027. This means online learning as well as testing will see further acceleration in the coming years.
QZTest is positioned to lead this shift. The company has an early-mover advantage. Strong brand backing from HulkenStein Ltd, robust infrastructure, and clear focus.
As we mentioned at the onset of this article, QZTest is a flagship venture of HulkenStein Ltd., a company already operating coaching centers and publishing exam prep materials. The team brings both education expertise and digital vision.
A.S.M. Anas Ferdous, founder of HulkenStein, is spearheading the initiative. He said: "We wanted to create an exam experience that feels real — where timing, analytics, and structure prepare students for their actual exams."
Farhan Sadik, popularly known among students as Liliput Farhan, brings his experience as a renowned educator and content creator. He remarked, "Every student deserves to know exactly where they stand. QZTest is about making preparation measurable, structured, and confidence-building."
CEO Alsefaty Eham comes from a background in motivational education and student psychology. He emphasized the platform's focus on learner experience: "We're not just digitizing exams — we're transforming the learning journey itself. Every student on QZTest should feel guided, motivated, and empowered."
CTO Saliur Rahman Sakib oversees the company's AI-driven analytics and performance engine. He said: "We build systems that adapt to students — not the other way around."
QZTest's new version introduces a series of innovations that address real gaps in the digital exam ecosystem, differentiating itself with a suite of features designed specifically to mimic the real exam hall experience. Some notable features of the platform include:
Hybrid Exam Model. A partnership with Sunrise Coaching Center allows students to take both online and in-person model tests. This merges digital convenience with traditional discipline. Some students need the psychological experience of sitting in a room with other test-takers.
Gamified Learning. Students can engage in quiz-based games designed to reinforce academic concepts through interactive play.
QZAI (Artificial Intelligence Engine). A proprietary AI system analyzes student performance and suggests personalized exams, revision sheets, and practice plans. The system adapts to each student's needs.
Smart Cheat Sheets and Solves. Concise last-minute notes and video walkthroughs by experienced instructors help students prepare efficiently before major exams. These are designed for actual use cases—cramming before a test.
Bookmarks and Mistake-Based Practice. Students can flag difficult questions and generate tests based solely on their previous mistakes. This is how serious preparation works.
Central Leaderboards. A central ranking system rewards consistency, accuracy, and performance. This taps into real motivation dynamics.
Offline Exam Capability. Downloadable exams ensure students without internet access can still participate. This is crucial for rural learners and connectivity-challenged areas.
QZTest says it has ambitious expansion plans. The company plans to cover every major academic and professional segment in Bangladesh, including:
Mobile apps for both Android and iOS are under final development that will allow students to access QZTest’s full functionality anywhere, anytime.
The QZTest team says it isn't trying to replace coaching centers nor trying to eliminate offline exams. It's building the digital infrastructure that Bangladesh's online exam ecosystem needs.
The company has several structural advantages. Early momentum with 100,000+ users. A strong education company backing it. A leadership team that understands both offline exam infrastructure and digital technology.
With HulkenStein's growing ecosystem—spanning coaching, publishing, training, and digital innovation—QZTest has both the foundation and momentum to become a leading digital exam platform in Bangladesh.
As Bangladesh’s online education industry accelerates, there is a growing need for a better digital testing platform. QZTest, being an early mover, has a realistic chance to become a default in the vertical.
The market timing is favorable. The problem is real. The solution is well-designed. The team seems to understand what they're building.
But scaling matters. Maintaining question quality across millions of users is difficult. Building a question bank is slow and expensive. Hiring and training instructors doesn't happen overnight. Moving into new exam categories requires a deep understanding of each one.
The bigger challenge is becoming the default. Right now, 100,000 students is a good momentum. Getting to millions requires better discovery, better retention, better word-of-mouth, and more importantly, a better product. It requires integration with schools, colleges, and coaching centers.
According to CEO Eham, "Every student deserves a fair shot at success. QZTest is here to make that possible."
That's the vision. Whether the company can execute on it is what comes next.
