Question
Reference number: 638403 | Miscellaneous | Aug. 18, 2026
What is the ruling on using artificial intelligence to prepare and grade exams?
Answer
Praise be to Allah, and may peace and blessings be upon the Messenger of Allah, his family, his Companions, and those who follow him. To proceed:
It is well known that artificial intelligence is a newly developed tool whose use has brought about a tremendous revolution across various fields and disciplines. Muslims should learn how to use it, benefit from it, and teach others how to use it in order to make use of its advantages and avoid its drawbacks.
With regard to examinations, research, and similar matters, the basic principle is that artificial intelligence should serve as an assisting tool that helps the researcher or teacher in their work rather than replacing them. It still has many limitations and shortcomings, and those who are not proficient in using it or in providing it with appropriate prompts may often receive inaccurate, confused, or unverified answers. Therefore, it should be used as an assisting tool by the person using artificial intelligence, not as a substitute for them.