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Mettl (Mercer Mettl)

by Mercer Mettl · Gurugram, Haryana · Since 2010

Online assessments and proctoring.

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Starting price
Price on request
Custom quote per product and volume
Free trial / plan
Free demo
No free plan or self-serve trial
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4.4
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What is Mettl (Mercer Mettl)?

Mercer Mettl is an online assessment and remote proctoring platform that started life as Mettl, founded in Gurgaon in 2010 by Ketan Kapoor and Tonmoy Shingal. Mercer, part of Marsh McLennan, bought it in October 2018, and it now sells under the Mercer | Mettl brand with an Indian sales line (+91 9555114444). The vendor says more than 6,000 organisations and 700 educational institutions in over 100 countries use it, running about 25 million assessments a year.

Its strength is breadth plus scale. One platform covers psychometric tests such as the Mettl Personality Map, cognitive and aptitude tests, spoken English, coding assessments in Java, Python, Go, C++ and more, role-based simulators for front-end, back-end, data science and DevOps, a virtual assessment centre, and full university examinations. Proctoring combines three-point candidate authentication, AI flagging, a lockdown secure browser and live human proctors; Mettl cites 200,000 concurrent assessments in a single day. Psychometric norms include a large Indian sample, which matters when you benchmark Indian campus hires.

The trade-offs are cost and process. There is no public price, no self-serve free trial and no free plan; the pricing page asks you to pick products and request a quote, and the only free option is a demo. Small companies that hire a handful of developers a year usually find lighter tools cheaper. ATS connectors exist for Darwinbox, Keka, Zoho Recruit, Greenhouse, Lever and others, but the LMS list is short (D2L), with other LMS links done by API.

In practice pricing is custom by product, volume of test takers and proctoring type, so get separate quotes for AI-only and human proctoring. Security documentation is unusually detailed for this category: ISO 27001 and ISO 9001, SOC 2 Type 2, GDPR, annual external penetration tests, and yearly control assessments by bodies including EY, TUV and CERT-In panelled auditors, and AWS hosting with local data storage in India, Europe and China.

What works well

  • +One vendor for psychometric, aptitude, coding, English and exam proctoring needs
  • +Proctoring stacks AI flagging, secure browser lockdown and live human proctors
  • +Data can be stored locally in India on AWS, useful for data residency questions
  • +Psychometric norms include an Indian sample, not only US or European data
  • +Ready ATS connectors for Indian tools such as Darwinbox, Keka HR, TurboHire and Meritto
  • +Detailed security posture: ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type 2, GDPR and yearly third-party control assessments
  • +Proven at high volume, with up to 200,000 concurrent assessments in one day

What to watch out for

  • −No published pricing at all; every product needs a sales quote
  • −No self-serve free trial, only a free demo booked through sales
  • −Overkill and likely expensive for firms running only a few dozen tests a year
  • −Only one named LMS connector (D2L); other LMS links need API work
  • −No dedicated candidate mobile app listed; testing is browser-based

Best suited for: Large Indian employers running campus and lateral hiring at volume · Universities and exam bodies conducting remote proctored exams · HR teams that need validated psychometric and leadership assessments for promotions · Companies with strict security reviews that need SOC 2 and India data residency

Mettl (Mercer Mettl) at a glance

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Mettl (Mercer Mettl) features

Researched from Mettl (Mercer Mettl)'s official product pages · updated October 2026.

Assessments

  • Psychometric tests incl. Mettl Personality Map
  • Cognitive and general aptitude tests
  • Spoken and written English proficiency
  • 360-degree feedback
  • Virtual assessment centre
  • Leadership and learning agility assessments

Coding assessments

  • 13+ languages incl. Java, Python, Go, C++
  • Mettl I/O role-based simulators
  • Auto-grading with pre-built test cases
  • Code playback and pair programming
  • Interactive whiteboard

Proctoring and exams

  • Three-point candidate authentication
  • AI-assisted real-time flagging
  • Secure exam browser lockdown
  • Live human proctors
  • 26+ question formats incl. scan-and-upload

Security and admin

  • SAML 2.0 single sign-on
  • Multi-factor authentication
  • Localised data storage in India
  • ATS and LMS integrations via connectors and API

Mettl (Mercer Mettl) pricing (INR)

Source

Every edition as published by the vendor. Prices exclude GST unless stated. Full Mettl (Mercer Mettl) pricing breakdown

Customised plan

Quote

  • Pick products: assessments, coding, proctoring, exams
  • Priced on test-taker volume and proctoring type
  • Quote via pricing page form or +91 9555114444
  • • The official pricing page shows no figures and says plans are customised per organisation.
  • • GST treatment is not stated on the pricing page.
Buying for a team? App Advisor can get you a volume quote and any partner discount available.

Integrations, security & India

Integrations

  • Darwinbox
  • Keka HR
  • Zoho Recruit
  • Freshteam
  • TurboHire
  • Meritto (NoPaperForms)
  • Greenhouse
  • Lever
  • iCIMS
  • SmartRecruiters
  • Workable
  • Ashby
  • Ceipal
  • Akrivia HCM
  • Skillate
  • Peoplise
  • D2L

Security & compliance

  • ISO/IEC 27001:2013 and ISO 9001:2015
  • SOC 2 Type 2 against AICPA Trust Services Criteria
  • Hosted on AWS with localised storage in India, Europe and China
  • TLS 1.2+ in transit; MFA via email, mobile OTP or ID card
  • Annual external penetration testing and daily vulnerability scans

For Indian businesses

  • Founded in Gurgaon in 2010; now owned by US-based Mercer (Marsh McLennan) since 2018
  • Indian sales number +91 9555114444 listed on the pricing page
  • Localised data storage in India on AWS
  • Yearly control assessments list CERT-In panelled auditors among the assessing bodies
  • ATS integrations with Indian HR tools Darwinbox, Keka HR, TurboHire, Akrivia HCM and Meritto
  • Psychometric norms include a large sample from India

Trust, compliance & who uses Mettl (Mercer Mettl)

6,000+ organisations and 700+ educational institutions

Customers

100+

Countries

2010

In business since

Certifications & compliance

Each claim links to the vendor's own published statement. Always confirm current certificate validity directly with the vendor.

Mettl (Mercer Mettl) timeline — releases & milestones

  1. 2010Mettl founded in GurgaonBy Ketan Kapoor and Tonmoy ShingalSource
  2. 2018-10Acquired by MercerSource

Is Mettl (Mercer Mettl) the best choice for you?

Best choice if you are…

  • Large Indian employers running campus and lateral hiring at volume
  • Universities and exam bodies conducting remote proctored exams
  • HR teams that need validated psychometric and leadership assessments for promotions
  • Companies with strict security reviews that need SOC 2 and India data residency

Look elsewhere if you are…

  • Startups that hire a few developers a year and want pay-as-you-go pricing
  • Teams that want to sign up and start testing the same day without a sales call
Still comparing? Get an unbiased shortlist and demos arranged for free.
Sources (9) · updated October 2026

Specifications

Category
Applicant tracking system
Vendor
Mercer Mettl
Headquarters
Gurugram, Haryana
Founded
2010
Pricing model
Quote-based
Starting price
Price on request · Custom quote per product and volume
Deployment
Cloud
Platforms
Web
Best for
Mid-market, Enterprise
Made in India
Yes

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Mettl (Mercer Mettl) — frequently asked questions

How much does Mercer Mettl cost in India?+

Mercer Mettl does not publish prices. Its pricing page asks you to choose products such as psychometric tests, coding assessments or proctoring and request a personalised quote, or call +91 9555114444. Pricing depends on the number of test takers, the products used and whether you need AI-only or live human proctoring. Confirm whether the INR quote includes 18% GST.

Does Mercer Mettl offer a free trial?+

Mercer Mettl offers a free demo booked through its sales team, but no self-serve free trial or free plan is advertised on the official site. If you want to test it with real candidates, ask the account manager for a pilot with a small batch of test credits before signing an annual contract.

Is Mercer Mettl an Indian company?+

Mettl was founded in Gurgaon in 2010 by Ketan Kapoor and Tonmoy Shingal, and much of its team and customer base remains in India. In October 2018 it was acquired by Mercer, a US-headquartered part of Marsh McLennan, and it now trades as Mercer | Mettl. So it is Indian-built but foreign-owned.

What kind of proctoring does Mercer Mettl provide?+

Mercer Mettl combines three-point candidate authentication, AI-assisted proctoring that flags suspicious behaviour in real time, a lockdown Secure Browser and live human proctors. Clients can use AI alone or a double layer of AI plus human review. Mettl says it has handled 200,000 concurrent assessments and deployed over 2,000 proctors in one day.

Which programming languages do Mettl coding tests support?+

Mercer Mettl coding assessments cover Java, Python 3, Go, Node.js, Ruby, C#, .NET, PHP, C, C++, Scala, Kotlin and Perl, plus frameworks such as React and Angular. Its Mettl I/O simulators test front-end, back-end, full-stack, database, data science, DevOps and QA roles, with auto-grading, code playback and pair programming.

Does Mercer Mettl integrate with Darwinbox, Keka or Zoho Recruit?+

Yes. Mercer Mettl lists ATS integrations with Darwinbox, Keka HR, Zoho Recruit, Freshteam, TurboHire, Akrivia HCM and Meritto, along with global tools like Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, SmartRecruiters and Workable. For learning platforms it names D2L and offers an API for other LMS connections.

Is candidate data safe with Mercer Mettl?+

Mercer Mettl hosts on AWS and offers localised data storage in India, Europe and China. It states ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certification, SOC 2 Type 2 compliance and GDPR compliance, uses TLS 1.2 or higher, and runs annual external penetration tests, with yearly control assessments by bodies such as EY, TUV and CERT-In panelled auditors.

Mercer Mettl vs HackerRank: which is better for Indian hiring?+

HackerRank focuses on developer skills testing with self-serve plans. Mercer Mettl is broader, adding psychometric, aptitude, spoken English and leadership tests plus large-scale exam proctoring, with norms built on Indian samples. If you only screen developers, HackerRank may be simpler; for campus drives mixing aptitude, personality and coding, Mettl fits better.

Can universities use Mercer Mettl for online exams?+

Yes. Mercer Mettl runs an examination platform with 26+ question formats, scan-and-upload written answers using QR codes, automated MCQ grading and proctoring. Mettl cites institutions such as ISB, which ran about 1,500 candidates at once, and CHRIST, which moved over 43,000 students online. It reports more than 700 educational institutions as customers.

In how many languages are Mercer Mettl tests available?+

Mercer Mettl says its assessments span more than 25 languages, and its psychometric tests are available in over 20. This helps employers testing frontline or sales candidates who are more comfortable outside English. Check during the demo which specific Indian languages are supported for the particular tests you plan to use.

What is Mettl (Mercer Mettl)?+

Mettl (Mercer Mettl) is applicant tracking system by Mercer Mettl, an Indian company from Gurugram. Online assessments and proctoring.

How much does Mettl (Mercer Mettl) cost?+

Mercer Mettl publishes: Price on request · Custom quote per product and volume. Confirm current plans and taxes on the official pricing page.

Does Mettl (Mercer Mettl) offer a free trial or free plan?+

Mettl (Mercer Mettl) does not advertise a free plan; ask the vendor for a trial or a guided demo.

Is Mettl (Mercer Mettl) made in India?+

Yes. Mettl (Mercer Mettl) is built by Mercer Mettl, headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana.

Who is Mettl (Mercer Mettl) best suited for?+

Mettl (Mercer Mettl) suits mid-market, enterprise buyers looking for applicant tracking system.

What are the best alternatives to Mettl (Mercer Mettl)?+

Popular alternatives in applicant tracking system include Zoho Recruit, Freshteam ATS, iimjobs by Naukri. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Mettl (Mercer Mettl) deployed?+

Mettl (Mercer Mettl) is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.

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