How to Import Exam Questions from Word and PDF (One Click) | SkulCBT
CBT Exams 23 January 2026 • 6 min read

How to Import Exam Questions from Word and PDF (One Click)

Stop typing exam questions manually. Import from Word, PDF, or TXT with one click. Auto-detects multiple choice, true/false, and theory questions.

Mrs. Adebayo spent 6 hours typing 50 CBT questions into the exam software. Each question had 4 options. It was exhausting. One wrong click and she had to start over.

Then she discovered SkulCBT's one-click question import. Now she uploads her Word document and all 50 questions are imported in 10 seconds. Auto-detected. No manual entry.

⚡ The Difference:

Before: 6 hours typing 50 questions. After: 10 seconds. That's 99.9% time saved.

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Import 50 questions
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File formats supported
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Question detection
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Time saved

Supported File Formats

  • Word (.docx) — Most common format. Upload your Word document with questions.
  • PDF (.pdf) — Upload PDF files. SkulCBT extracts questions automatically.
  • TXT (.txt) — Upload plain text files with structured questions.

Question Types Auto-Detected

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Multiple Choice

A, B, C, D options. Correct answer auto-detected.

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True/False

True or False questions detected automatically.

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Theory

Open-ended questions. Add marking schemes later.

How to Format Your Questions

Multiple Choice Format

1. What is the capital of Nigeria?
A. Lagos
B. Abuja
C. Kano
D. Ibadan
Answer: B

2. Which planet is closest to the sun?
A. Venus
B. Mars
C. Mercury
D. Earth
Answer: C

💡 SkulCBT auto-detects question numbers, options, and correct answers.

True/False Format

1. Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa.
Answer: True

2. The equator passes through Nigeria.
Answer: False

💡 True/False questions are detected automatically.

Theory Format

1. Explain the causes of the Nigerian Civil War.
2. Describe the structure of the Nigerian government.

💡 Theory questions are imported with marking scheme support.

How to Import Questions in SkulCBT

1

Go to Import Questions

Navigate to Import Questions page from the sidebar menu.

2

Upload Your File

Click upload and select your Word, PDF, or TXT file. The system auto-detects all question types.

3

Review Imported Questions

Review all questions. Edit any that need correction. Add marking schemes for theory questions.

4

Save to Exam

Click Save. Questions are now available for your exam. Ready for students.

Why Manual Question Entry is a Waste

1. Time-Consuming

Typing 50 questions with 4 options each takes hours. Importing takes seconds. 99.9% time saved.

2. Error-Prone

Manual entry leads to typos. Wrong options. Missing answers. Importing eliminates human error.

3. Inconsistent Formatting

Different teachers format questions differently. Import normalizes the format automatically.

4. Reuse Existing Questions

You already have questions in Word documents from past exams. Why retype them? Just import.

📊 Real Impact:

Excel Academy imported 200 questions from Word in 40 seconds. Manual entry would have taken 24 hours. That's 23 hours saved.

FAQ — Nigerian Teachers Ask

What file formats are supported for question import?

SkulCBT supports Word (.docx), PDF (.pdf), and TXT (.txt) files. Upload your file and the system auto-detects all question types.

Can I import multiple choice questions?

Yes. SkulCBT auto-detects multiple choice questions with options A-D or A-E. It identifies the correct answer automatically.

Does it import theory questions?

Yes. Theory questions are detected and imported. You can add marking schemes after import.

Can I edit questions after import?

Yes. You can review and edit any imported question before saving. You can also add or remove questions.

Start Importing Questions Today

Join 100+ Nigerian schools using SkulCBT to import exam questions from Word, PDF, and TXT. Save hours. Reduce errors. Focus on teaching.

Ready to Import Questions in Seconds?

Upload Word, PDF, or TXT. Auto-detect multiple choice, true/false, and theory. Save hours of manual entry.

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