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I applied via Newspaper Ad and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(16 Questions)

  • Q1. What is SEO, and why is it important for a website?
  • Ans. 

    SEO is the practice of optimizing a website to improve its visibility and ranking on search engine results pages.

    • SEO helps increase organic traffic to a website

    • It improves the website's visibility on search engine results pages

    • SEO enhances user experience and usability of a website

    • It helps build credibility and trust for the website

    • SEO can lead to higher conversion rates and ROI

    • Examples: optimizing website content, imp...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. It is important for a website because it helps improve its visibility on search engines like Google. This leads to increased organic (non-paid) traffic, better ra...
  • Q3. Can you explain the difference between on-page and off-page SEO
  • Ans. 

    On-page SEO refers to optimizing elements on a website to improve search engine rankings, while off-page SEO focuses on external factors.

    • On-page SEO includes optimizing meta tags, headings, content, and URL structure.

    • Off-page SEO involves building backlinks, social media promotion, and online reputation management.

    • On-page SEO helps search engines understand the content and relevance of a webpage.

    • Off-page SEO helps impr...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. On-page SEO refers to optimizing the content and HTML elements on a webpage, such as keywords, meta tags, headers, and internal linking. Off-page SEO, on the other hand, involves activities performed outsi...
  • Q5. What are meta tags, and why are they important for SEO
  • Ans. 

    Meta tags are HTML elements that provide information about a webpage. They are important for SEO as they help search engines understand the content and purpose of the page.

    • Meta tags are placed in the head section of HTML code.

    • They provide metadata about the webpage, such as the title, description, and keywords.

    • Search engines use meta tags to understand the content and relevance of the page.

    • Meta tags can influence how a...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Meta tags are HTML elements that provide information about a web page's content to search engines. The two most important meta tags for SEO are the meta title and meta description. They help search engines...
  • Q7. How do you perform keyword research, and why is it crucial in SEO?
  • Ans. 

    Keyword research is the process of identifying popular search terms and phrases used by users to optimize website content.

    • Start by brainstorming relevant topics and themes

    • Use keyword research tools like Google Keyword Planner, SEMrush, or Moz

    • Analyze search volume, competition, and relevance of keywords

    • Consider long-tail keywords for more specific targeting

    • Identify high-value keywords with low competition

    • Optimize websit...

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  • Q8. Keyword research involves identifying relevant search terms that users might enter into search engines. It is crucial in SEO because it helps you understand user intent, create optimized content, and targe...
  • Q9. Can you explain what Google's algorithm updates are and their impact on SEO?
  • Ans. 

    Google's algorithm updates are changes made to the search engine's ranking algorithm, which can have a significant impact on SEO strategies and website rankings.

    • Google's algorithm updates are changes made to the search engine's ranking algorithm.

    • These updates aim to improve the quality and relevance of search results for users.

    • Algorithm updates can have a significant impact on SEO strategies and website rankings.

    • Update...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Google frequently updates its search algorithms to improve search results and user experience. These updates can have a significant impact on SEO strategies and rankings. SEO professionals need to stay in...
  • Q11. How do you handle duplicate content issues on a website from an SEO perspective?
  • Ans. 

    Duplicate content issues can harm SEO rankings. Handling them involves identifying, consolidating, and redirecting duplicate pages.

    • Use tools like Screaming Frog or Google Search Console to identify duplicate content

    • Consolidate duplicate pages by merging them into a single, canonical version

    • Implement 301 redirects from duplicate URLs to the canonical version

    • Use rel=canonical tags to indicate the preferred version of a p...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. Handling duplicate content involves using canonical tags to specify the preferred version of a page, setting up 301 redirects, and ensuring that each page provides unique and valuable content. It's essent...
  • Ans. 

    Handling duplicate content involves using canonical tags, 301 redirects, and unique valuable content.

    • Use canonical tags to specify the preferred version of a page

    • Set up 301 redirects to redirect duplicate content to the preferred version

    • Ensure each page provides unique and valuable content

    • Prevent duplicate content issues to avoid SEO penalties

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  • Q13. How would you handle a sudden drop in organic traffic for a website, and what steps would you take to diagnose the issue?
  • Ans. 

    To handle a sudden drop in organic traffic, I would take the following steps to diagnose the issue.

    • Check for any recent changes in search engine algorithms

    • Analyze website analytics data to identify any sudden drops in specific pages or keywords

    • Review website technical issues such as broken links, slow page speed, or server errors

    • Examine competitors' activities and rankings to identify any changes in the competitive lan...

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  • Q14. When facing a traffic drop, I would start by checking Google Analytics and Google Search Console for any manual actions, penalties, or technical issues. I would also review recent content changes, backlin...
  • Q15. Can you discuss the role of machine learning and AI in SEO, and how can SEO professionals leverage these technologies?
  • Ans. 

    Machine learning and AI play a crucial role in SEO by improving search results, optimizing content, and enhancing user experience.

    • Machine learning algorithms analyze search patterns and user behavior to provide more accurate search results.

    • AI-powered chatbots can assist users with their queries and improve engagement.

    • Natural language processing helps in understanding user intent and optimizing content accordingly.

    • AI ca...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q16. Machine learning and AI are becoming increasingly important in SEO for tasks like content optimization, predictive analysis, and personalization. SEO professionals can leverage these technologies by using...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Never exaggerate your experience and knowledge, tell only as much as you know, express your ignorance politely on topics you do not know about, and assure the employer that you are always committed to learning.

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Q1. How would you handle a sudden drop in organic traffic for a website, and what steps would you take to diagnose the issue?
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Q1. Can you discuss the role of machine learning and AI in SEO, and how can SEO professionals leverage these technologies?
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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why do you want to be a content writer?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nothing major. Be authentic in your expression of interest.

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Q1. How do you do reseaech before writing a particular content?
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I was interviewed before Sep 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. It was an online technical test. Questions were related to ME outlook, mobile device management , Networking and many more

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Grammar Round
Experience: It was a written English grammar test to analyse how grammatically sound you are.
Tips: Just revise your basic English grammar like prepositions verbs nd essay/paragraph writing

Round: COMMUNICATION SKILLS Round
Experience: In this round they ask you to speak something on the given topic or sometimes group discussion . Basically they test your vocabulary, your thought process, pronunciation, accent and above all confidence.
Tips: Be confident in whatever you speak. Remember if you get nervous you will need with your words .

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was an online test and it had 50 questions all objective types.
Tips: Be technically sound. You cannot Google them as these search engines are blocked

College Name: Babu Banarasi Das National Institute Of Technology And Management (BBDNITM)

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Sep 2018. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1.  overloading ,inheritance concepts,structures,pointers

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - have good understanding of basics and have expertise on any specific area.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Basic Programming Questions, Data structures, SQL queries
  • Q2. This was the most simple one, they simply asked introduce yourself and fine with night shifts.

Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: I joined HCL as a fresher and got Intervie

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What I know and what I don't know

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Aptitude, reasoning, logical, etc. 2 hours

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. C and C++ - technically related stuffs
  • Q2. Communicate and fluency

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HCLTech user image Raj Hrithik

posted on 2 Sep 2017

I was interviewed in Jul 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Experience summary and the roles

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: I was allowed to write a test for 2hrs in that each headings seems to be different and also there is a section heading marks
Duration: 2 hours
Total Questions: 70

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: After finishing i was advised to attend 2nd round in that they ask about the detailed experience of my previous company and finally technical terms question also flows

Skills: Logical And Structured Thinking, Communication And Confidence, Attitude, Psychometric Test, Project Management

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a software engineer with experience in developing and maintaining software applications.

    • I have a strong background in programming languages such as Java, C++, and Python.

    • I have worked on various projects, including developing web applications and implementing software solutions.

    • I am skilled in problem-solving and debugging, ensuring efficient and effective software development.

    • I have experience in collaborating wi...

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  • Q2. What are your objectives
  • Q3. What are you going to do for companies betterment
  • Q4. What is your final year project all about
  • Q5. What you learned from your summer intenship
  • Ans. 

    I learned valuable teamwork and problem-solving skills during my summer internship.

    • Developed strong collaboration skills by working with a team of software engineers to complete projects

    • Gained experience in troubleshooting and debugging software issues

    • Learned to effectively communicate and present technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

    • Improved problem-solving abilities by identifying and re...

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  • Q6. What you learned from your winter intenship
  • Q7. Do you have any question

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Verbal section was a easy section,It comprised of Comprehension,Spotting errors,Synonyms,Antonyms,Relationship between two given words,Rearranging the sentences.Logical reasoning the second section in which problems on data interpretation,blood relations,syllogism,where there with little bit difficulty.third section was of quant we usual  think it's easy but this was a tough one! with standard problems,percentage,profit loss,speed distance time.....etc.
Tips: While,attempting verbal part always give most appropriate answers.Options may be more confusing and closer one but you have to select the correct one!!!!! Always check for sectional cutoff and if its there then try to attempt each section properly if not then concentrate on section in which you are strong....refer to sites such as IndiaBIX, M4maths, freshersworld for aptitude questions
Duration: 60 minutes
Total Questions: 75

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: GD was not a round included for Capgemini placement test,Pearson versant english test was there once you clear your apti but due to technical faults GD was the round taken.There was a group of 10 people and we were given topic and 5 mins for preparation then GD was started.I was the second one to speak on the topic,I was in the favour of MNC because I really feel that for freshers Indian IT company is not very great start.Rather if one starts with MNC then it gets a brand name associated with them and also global exposure for one.And also Indian IT sectors are largely collaborating with the MNCs so for fresher MNC is a good start than Indian IT company.
Tips: I will suggest you to understand the topic well,jot down the points you want to say and then always initiate for the GD do not argue,just humbly disagree to the topic,do not get personal in it...as soon as you start the supervisor judges you so do not hesitate and just put your points confidently only your English is judged by this...
Duration: 20 minutes

Round: HR Interview
Experience: As I entered they  checked me from top to bottom means how formally you are dressed and shoes,then asked for my resume and started to see and verify each and everything written in it is true and genuine.And both TR and HR interview was taken simultaneously.My interview was the quicker one they just started with name then all above mentioned questions....
Tips: Go properly dressed with shoes polished,do not panic or try to recollect what you  have prepared just be genuine.Write resume neatly and study it well they scan it and ask most questions from it...

Round: Pearson versant English test
Experience: This test consist of two sections firstly the telephonic round in which we were provided with one toll free number and  unique test-id then it was for about 20 mins we talked on telephone.The questions asked were on basic english,like  repeat the sentences,correct the jumbled sentences,complete the sentences,answer in yes or no.Second test was a computer based test for 60 mins in which complete the sentences synonyms,copying the passage,email writing ,listen and write,were few of the questions directed.this test is taken mainly to check your english and writing skills.
Tips: Be clear and loud enough in telephonic test,and search placement papers of every company you sit for.

General Tips: "Try try you will succeed" always believe on this saying and keep giving tests if you failed in one!!
College Name: TERNA ENGINEERING COLLEGE
Motivation: Capgemini is one of good MNC its under top 10 best IT companies also its symbol spade which represented free enivronment to work and moto "People matter,results count".motivated me to join it!

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Telephonic/Computer assessment for English proficiency

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Aptitude was not too easy or too tough like that of CAT. But if one has prepared for CAT exam even a bit, then he can perform pretty well.
Tips: Practice previous year CAT papers. Question sections and format asked in Capgemini test will be similar to that of CAT exam. Improve reading skills by reading anything that interests you.
Duration: 180 minutes
Total Questions: 120

Round: Other Interview
Experience: You will have to talk with a programmed voice using voice call. You need to follow the instructions of the programmed voice. They will record whatever you speak and judge your speaking skills.
Tips: Try to speak in English with at least few peers.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: You must be well thorough with your CV. Common questions like:*Tell me about yourself?*What are your strength and weakness?*Why consultancy and analyst profile?*What do you know about analyst profile?*What does Capgemini does? Tell us more about Capgemini?
etc can be expected for sure.The HR is not interested in your departmental knowledge, rather he is more interested in the way you are explaining something tin a layman manner. He/She cares how you analyse situations. Some random sitaution may be posed and HR may ask you to analyse the situation.
Tips: #Confidence in yourself.#Well verse with CV.#Able to explain even to layman.#Know basic information about data analytics.

General Tips: Aptitude+Communication fluency+Confidence = Job in  Capgemini
Skill Tips: Practice.
Skills: Aptitude, Communication, Confidence
College Name: I.I.T Guwahati
Motivation: Multi national and reputed.

Applaud Web Media Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Applaud Web Media interview?
Applaud Web Media interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Applaud Web Media interview process are One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Applaud Web Media 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 Applaud Web Media. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Applaud Web Media expect are Content Editing, Content Writing, Wordpress, Ajax and Assembly.
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