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Updated 27 Aug 2024

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1 interview found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Calicut and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is diesel engine
  • Ans. 

    A diesel engine is an internal combustion engine that uses compression ignition to burn fuel.

    • Diesel engines are commonly used in trucks, buses, ships, and some cars.

    • They are more fuel efficient than gasoline engines.

    • Diesel engines do not have spark plugs; instead, they rely on the heat generated by compressing air in the combustion chamber to ignite the fuel.

    • Diesel engines produce more torque at lower RPMs compared to

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is flywheel
  • Ans. 

    A flywheel is a mechanical device used to store rotational energy and smooth out fluctuations in speed of a machine.

    • Flywheels are commonly used in engines to maintain a consistent speed of rotation.

    • They store energy during the power stroke and release it during the compression stroke.

    • Flywheels are also used in some industrial processes to regulate the speed of machinery.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

10 groups were made of 10 10 members. Snd 6 from every group got selected.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Personal information
  • Q2. Mechanical technical questions were asked

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What is p.t.o shaft and how many types of p.t.o ?
  • Ans. 

    A P.T.O. shaft is a mechanical component used to transfer power from a tractor or vehicle to an attached implement. There are mainly two types of P.T.O. shafts: transmission P.T.O. and live P.T.O.

    • Transmission P.T.O. shaft is directly connected to the transmission of the vehicle and operates at the same speed as the vehicle's engine.

    • Live P.T.O. shaft is independent of the vehicle's transmission and can be engaged and di...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is T.P.M process
  • Ans. 

    TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) is a proactive approach to maintenance that aims to maximize equipment effectiveness.

    • TPM focuses on preventing breakdowns and improving overall equipment efficiency.

    • It involves regular maintenance, cleaning, and inspection of equipment.

    • TPM also includes training employees to take ownership of equipment maintenance.

    • Example: Implementing TPM practices in a manufacturing plant to reduce

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is maintenance and technical meaning
  • Ans. 

    Maintenance is the process of ensuring that equipment and facilities are kept in good working condition, while technical meaning refers to the specific knowledge and skills required to perform maintenance tasks.

    • Maintenance involves regular inspections, repairs, and replacements to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.

    • Technical meaning in maintenance includes understanding equipment specifications, troubles...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What type of maintenance
  • Ans. 

    Preventive maintenance is crucial to ensure smooth operations and avoid costly breakdowns.

    • Regularly inspecting equipment and machinery

    • Performing routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication and cleaning

    • Replacing worn-out parts before they fail

    • Implementing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track maintenance activities

    • Training staff on proper maintenance procedures

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Power transmission system components
  • Q6. Clutch, gearbox, universal joint, propeller shaft, differential gear, axles.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Self intro,on c,c++,sql

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Should be confident
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Just a general discussion
Round 2 - Panel interview 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. More technical discussion around the position. Varied questions.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This ATM full form

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Protect job
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Aug 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical questions
  • Q2. About yourself and basics of engineering

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - work on your basics and face fearlessly

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Aug 2019. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Situation based questions.
  • Q2. Question on leadership skills.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Skype & telephonic

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is 2 stroke and 4 Stroke engine please explain it?
  • Ans. 

    2 stroke and 4 stroke engines are types of internal combustion engines with different cycles.

    • 2 stroke engine completes a power cycle in 2 strokes of the piston, while a 4 stroke engine completes it in 4 strokes.

    • In a 2 stroke engine, the intake, compression, power, and exhaust strokes occur in just 2 strokes of the piston.

    • In a 4 stroke engine, the intake, compression, power, and exhaust strokes occur in 4 separate strok...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This interview was a technical one but was majorly a stress test. It lasted for about 20-30 minutes. The interview wanted to test both my knowledge and communication skills.most of the questions asked to me related to my diploma and B.tech curriculum mechanical related topics , luckily I was able to answer most of the questions correctly. I tried to answer each question with example . It was my first off campus interview,and I think I did pretty well for a fresher. please go through the job description thoroughly word by word and recheck your resume to ensure that you are a best fir for the position 🙏✨
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What is p.t.o shaft and how many types of p.t.o ?
  • Ans. 

    A P.T.O. shaft is a mechanical component used to transfer power from a tractor or vehicle to an attached implement. There are mainly two types of P.T.O. shafts: transmission P.T.O. and live P.T.O.

    • Transmission P.T.O. shaft is directly connected to the transmission of the vehicle and operates at the same speed as the vehicle's engine.

    • Live P.T.O. shaft is independent of the vehicle's transmission and can be engaged and di...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is T.P.M process
  • Ans. 

    TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) is a proactive approach to maintenance that aims to maximize equipment effectiveness.

    • TPM focuses on preventing breakdowns and improving overall equipment efficiency.

    • It involves regular maintenance, cleaning, and inspection of equipment.

    • TPM also includes training employees to take ownership of equipment maintenance.

    • Example: Implementing TPM practices in a manufacturing plant to reduce

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is maintenance and technical meaning
  • Ans. 

    Maintenance is the process of ensuring that equipment and facilities are kept in good working condition, while technical meaning refers to the specific knowledge and skills required to perform maintenance tasks.

    • Maintenance involves regular inspections, repairs, and replacements to prevent breakdowns and ensure optimal performance.

    • Technical meaning in maintenance includes understanding equipment specifications, troubles...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What type of maintenance
  • Ans. 

    Preventive maintenance is crucial to ensure smooth operations and avoid costly breakdowns.

    • Regularly inspecting equipment and machinery

    • Performing routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication and cleaning

    • Replacing worn-out parts before they fail

    • Implementing a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to track maintenance activities

    • Training staff on proper maintenance procedures

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Power transmission system components
  • Q6. Clutch, gearbox, universal joint, propeller shaft, differential gear, axles.

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is 2 stroke and 4 Stroke engine please explain it?
  • Ans. 

    2 stroke and 4 stroke engines are types of internal combustion engines with different cycles.

    • 2 stroke engine completes a power cycle in 2 strokes of the piston, while a 4 stroke engine completes it in 4 strokes.

    • In a 2 stroke engine, the intake, compression, power, and exhaust strokes occur in just 2 strokes of the piston.

    • In a 4 stroke engine, the intake, compression, power, and exhaust strokes occur in 4 separate strok...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This interview was a technical one but was majorly a stress test. It lasted for about 20-30 minutes. The interview wanted to test both my knowledge and communication skills.most of the questions asked to me related to my diploma and B.tech curriculum mechanical related topics , luckily I was able to answer most of the questions correctly. I tried to answer each question with example . It was my first off campus interview,and I think I did pretty well for a fresher. please go through the job description thoroughly word by word and recheck your resume to ensure that you are a best fir for the position 🙏✨

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