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Updated 17 Feb 2025

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I was interviewed in Sep 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

12 Questions

  • Q1. Questions related to internship, projects done in college.
  • Q2. Which one is more efficient for railways- 750V DC or 25 KV AC..and why?
  • Ans. 

    25 KV AC is more efficient for railways due to lower transmission losses and higher power carrying capacity.

    • 25 KV AC has lower transmission losses compared to 750V DC

    • 25 KV AC can carry higher power compared to 750V DC

    • 25 KV AC is more suitable for long distance and high-speed trains

    • 750V DC is more suitable for urban and suburban railways

    • Examples: Indian Railways uses 25 KV AC for long distance and high-speed trains, whi

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Some questions related to catenary.
  • Q4. Induction motor speed torques curve and some derivations on that.
  • Ans. 

    The speed-torque curve of an induction motor describes the relationship between motor speed and torque.

    • The speed-torque curve shows how the motor's torque output varies with changes in speed.

    • At low speeds, the motor can produce high torque, but as the speed increases, the torque decreases.

    • The curve typically has a peak torque value called the breakdown torque.

    • Beyond the breakdown torque, the motor enters the field weak...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. 2 Programming questions..I don't remember the questions but they asked to write complete code.
  • Q6. 1 question based on volatge rating of 3 phase fully controlled inverter.
  • Q7. Why induction motor is replacing DC motor for traction purpose?
  • Ans. 

    Induction motors are replacing DC motors for traction purposes due to their higher efficiency, lower maintenance, and simpler control.

    • Induction motors have higher efficiency compared to DC motors, resulting in reduced energy consumption.

    • Induction motors require less maintenance as they have no brushes or commutators that wear out over time.

    • Induction motors have simpler control systems, making them easier to operate and...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Are you comfortable in travelling or moving out to other offices like Sricity, Coimbatore, Kochi, Madhepura..etc?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am comfortable with travelling to different offices like Sricity, Coimbatore, Kochi, Madhepura, etc.

    • I am open to travelling and exploring new locations for work

    • I have previous experience of travelling for work purposes

    • I am adaptable and can easily adjust to new environments

    • I believe travelling to different offices will provide me with valuable exposure and learning opportunities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Family related questions
  • Q10. Questions based on further studies.
  • Q11. What is the best thing about your college?
  • Ans. 

    The best thing about my college is the strong emphasis on practical learning and industry exposure.

    • State-of-the-art laboratories and workshops for hands-on experience

    • Regular industry visits and guest lectures by professionals

    • Opportunities for internships and projects with leading companies

    • Strong focus on developing real-world skills and problem-solving abilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. How you performed during 4 yrs of college. What else have you done apart from your studies?
  • Ans. 

    I excelled in my studies with a strong GPA and also actively participated in extracurricular activities such as student organizations and internships.

    • Maintained a high GPA throughout college

    • Participated in student organizations related to engineering

    • Completed internships in relevant fields

    • Took on leadership roles in group projects

    • Attended workshops and seminars to enhance skills

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: This round is conducted by a testing agency Co cubes. First part of this round is Aptitude which is of 60 minutes duration and consists of 60 questions. Questions were easy and can be solved within the designated time. Next section is Technical which has 30 questions in 30 minutes. In this round most of the questions are from Electrical Machines and Power System. Few questions were asked from Control theory and microprocessors.
Tips: In technical round attempts questions from your favorite subjects as you won't be able to complete all of them. Questions were lengthy and tricky.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: I did my internship at Alstom Transport, so I was directly sent for interview round.
Tips: Stay updated with the current global new.
Duration: 15 minutes

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This is the main round. It is completely technical in nature and they will ask questions only from projects and main core subjects. My interview went for around 80 minutes and they fired questions from almost every subject.
Tips: Be strong in core. If you are not comfortable in a particular subject tell them and asked them to raise questions from your favorite subjects

Round: HR Interview
Experience: This is very easy round. Once you clear the technical round, there are very less chances of rejection after this round.

Skills: Technical Skills, Managerial, Flexibility, Agility, Knowledge On Current Affairs, Aptitude, Presence Of Mind, Communication And Confidence, Electrical Engineering Basics
College Name: NIT Kurukshetra

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Q1. Which one is more efficient for railways- 750V DC or 25 KV AC..and why?
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Architect Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ravi Kumar

posted on 14 Feb 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. It was more related to what was mentioned in resume.
Round 2 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. More related to high level judgement
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic HR questions .

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It is a good company provided you join the right department. I am a Part of IS&T.

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Alstom Transportation Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Project related question from previous company
  • Q2. Product related question, understanding on train system, competency & skill set
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary expectation, brief on relocation & company provided facility

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Lead Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 22 Oct 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Electrical engineering fundamental
  • Q2. Filed technical testing and commissioning

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - In electrical engineering fundamental Be at top of it during the interview.
Be at top of your field experience. and managing most challenging situations. Handle team

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Warranty Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image nikhil kushwaha

posted on 4 Oct 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Auxiliary converter
  • Ans. 

    An auxiliary converter is a device used to convert electrical energy from one form to another in order to power auxiliary systems.

    • Converts electrical energy for auxiliary systems

    • Can be used in vehicles to power accessories like lights or radios

    • Often found in power plants to convert energy for various equipment

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Regenerative Brake
  • Ans. 

    Regenerative brake is a system in which energy is recovered during braking and stored for later use.

    • Regenerative brake converts kinetic energy into electrical energy during braking

    • The recovered energy is stored in a battery or capacitor for later use

    • Commonly used in electric vehicles to improve efficiency and range

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What about your self
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in engineering and a passion for problem-solving.

    • Strong background in engineering

    • Detail-oriented and dedicated

    • Passionate about problem-solving

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your salary excepted
  • Ans. 

    I am expecting a competitive salary based on my experience, skills, and the industry standard for Warranty Engineers.

    • I am looking for a salary that reflects my qualifications and contributions to the company

    • I have researched the average salary range for Warranty Engineers in this industry

    • I am open to negotiation based on the overall compensation package offered

  • Answered by AI

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Q1. Explain Overall Warranty claim process & decision making skill
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Get interview-ready with Top Alstom Transportation Interview Questions

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question based on Resume
  • Q2. Compter vision based question
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you are looking for job switch
  • Q2. Will you be able to follow Alstom's practices

Lead Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Square Root with Decimal Precision Problem Statement You are provided with two integers, 'N' and 'D'. Your objective is to determine the square root of the number 'N' with a precision up to 'D' decimal places. This implies that the discrepa... read more
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Jobs at Alstom Transportation

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. PLC controller related questions.
  • Q2. Electrical wire selections, Motor related questions.
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Current job descriptions and related interaction
  • Q2. Question regarding electrical circuit diagram analysis
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary compensation

Process Control Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Chargemix for different grades of SG & CI
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

All aptitude, verbal questions

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Current affair topics

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Projects based question
  • Q2. Favourite subject related questions..decent knowledge on one's core is enough
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Achievements and regrets
  • Q2. Family and educational background

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - have a decent knowledge in your respective domain, you should explain each and every word on your resume if needed, be confident. that is more than enough.

Top Alstom Transportation Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Which one is more efficient for railways- 750V DC or 25 KV AC..and why?
View answer (3)

Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Q: 1 What is IC engine? What is the types of IC engine? Q:2 Difference between Otto cycle and Diesel cycle? What is the process of both cycle and what is the effeciency of both cycle ? Which one is good in effeciency? Q:3 Difference between... read more
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Not hard, short and easy experience

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Out of 14 people, only 3 were selected

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. No Question related to coding just some oops questions
  • Q2. Mostly interested in your projects and communication skills

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Alstom Transportation Graduate Engineer interview:
  • OOPS
  • Communication Skills

Graduate Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is Finite Element Analysis? Explain using examples.
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

80 minutes-Had questions of quantitative aptitude, verbal ability and logical reasoning

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

30 mins of group discussion

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About Projects- Technology used in the project
  • Q2. Web development- Idea and implementation steps for a web page for Alstom
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About Myself - interests, hobbies
  • Q2. What makes me unique or how am I different from other candidates

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be very sure on what to put in your resume

Top Alstom Transportation Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Which one is more efficient for railways- 750V DC or 25 KV AC..and why?
View answer (3)

Graduate Engineer Trainee (Get) Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Q: 1 What is IC engine? What is the types of IC engine? Q:2 Difference between Otto cycle and Diesel cycle? What is the process of both cycle and what is the effeciency of both cycle ? Which one is good in effeciency? Q:3 Difference between... read more
View answer (2)
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction
  • Q2. Tools used and their versions
  • Ans. 

    I primarily use tools like Confluence, Jira, and Git for documentation.

    • Confluence for creating and organizing documentation

    • Jira for tracking tasks and issues related to documentation

    • Git for version control and collaboration on documentation

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Taggings and standards used
  • Ans. 

    Various taggings and standards are used to organize and structure documentation.

    • Tags are used to categorize content for easy searching and filtering.

    • Standards such as Markdown or DITA are used for consistent formatting and structure.

    • Metadata tags can provide additional information about the content.

    • Version control tags help track changes and revisions.

    • Examples: #technical, ##installation, Markdown formatting, DITA stru

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be good at your current working process

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Alstom Transportation Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Alstom Transportation interview?
Alstom Transportation interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Alstom Transportation interview process are Technical, HR and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Alstom Transportation interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Alstom Transportation. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Alstom Transportation expect are Project Management, Recruitment, SAP, Agile and Project Engineering.
What are the top questions asked in Alstom Transportation interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Alstom Transportation interview -

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  2. Which one is more efficient for railways- 750V DC or 25 KV AC..and w...read more
  3. 5. What type Fire extinguisher requirement as per factory act? Light hazard, Or...read more
How long is the Alstom Transportation interview process?

The duration of Alstom Transportation interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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