How to Reject Candidates in Bulk on Testlify
Rejecting candidates in bulk allows hiring teams to manage large volumes of applicants more efficiently. Whether you're filtering candidates based on score, grading status, or qualifications, Testlify provides a simple and effective way to reject multiple candidates at once. This ensures faster decision-making and a smoother candidate experience—especially when you want to communicate timely outcomes.
This guide walks you through how to reject candidates in bulk, optionally send rejection emails, and customize the message they receive.
✅ Step-by-Step Guide
1. Log in and Open the Assessment
Log in to your Testlify account and go to the Assessments tab. Click on the specific assessment where you want to take action.
2. Filter Candidates Based on Score or Grading
Inside the assessment dashboard, scroll through the candidate list or apply filters. You can filter candidates by:
- Score threshold (e.g., below 60%)
- Grading status (e.g., Not Qualified)
This helps you identify candidates who did not meet your criteria.
3. Select Candidates
Use the checkboxes beside each candidate’s name to select the ones you want to reject. You can select multiple candidates at once.
4. Click on “Reject”
Once you’ve selected the candidates, click the Reject button located above the list.
5. Choose to Send Rejection Emails (Optional)
- Leave the “Send rejection email to candidate” box checked if you want to notify them.
Uncheck the box if you only want to mark them as rejected without sending an email.
6. Customize the Rejection Email (Optional)
You can customize the rejection message if you’ve opted to send emails. Personalize it using dynamic tags such as candidate name, assessment name, etc.
📘 View Email Template Tags Guide
7. Confirm Action
Click Confirm to finalize the rejection. The candidates will now be marked as “Rejected” and emails (if selected) will be sent.
🔚 Conclusion
The bulk reject feature makes it easier for recruiters to manage assessments efficiently and provide timely updates to candidates. It saves time, reduces manual effort, and helps maintain a professional and organized recruitment workflow.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Will candidates be notified immediately after rejection?
Yes, if you choose to send rejection emails, candidates will receive them as soon as you click "Confirm."
2. Can I undo a rejection?
Currently, reactivating a rejected candidate is not supported. You’ll need to re-invite them to the assessment as a new candidate.
3. Can I schedule rejection emails to go out later?
No, emails are sent immediately after confirmation. Scheduled communication is not available at the moment.
4. Can I preview the email before it’s sent?
Yes, when customizing the email, you can preview the message using placeholders like {{candidate.first_name}} or {{assessment.name}}.
5. Will rejecting candidates impact my available candidate credits?
No, once a candidate has started or completed the assessment, the credit is already used. Rejecting them will not return the credit.
📩 Need Help?
Still have questions or need personalized support?
Feel free to reach out to us at support@testlify.com — our team is happy to assist you!