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Updated 14 Jul 2024

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1 interview found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the units in cpcl
  • Ans. 

    The units in cpcl refer to specific heat capacity at constant pressure and specific heat capacity at constant volume.

    • Units in cpcl are typically in J/(kg*K) or kJ/(kg*K).

    • Specific heat capacity at constant pressure is denoted as cp.

    • Specific heat capacity at constant volume is denoted as cv.

    • The ratio of cp to cv is denoted as gamma (γ).

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is diesel hydrotreating unit
  • Ans. 

    Diesel hydrotreating unit is a process used to remove impurities from diesel fuel through hydrogenation.

    • Diesel hydrotreating unit uses hydrogen to remove sulfur, nitrogen, and other impurities from diesel fuel.

    • The process involves passing the diesel fuel over a catalyst in the presence of hydrogen gas.

    • The catalyst helps to break down the impurities into simpler, more stable compounds.

    • The treated diesel fuel has improve...

  • Answered by AI

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I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical questions about the university topics
  • Q2. General questions about strength , weakness

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be your self and comfortable.
ask if you did not understand the question

I was interviewed before Jun 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1.  Why interested in refinery?
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in refineries because of their crucial role in the production of various petroleum products.

    • Fascinated by the complex processes involved in refining crude oil into usable products

    • Passionate about contributing to the development of cleaner and more efficient refining technologies

    • Excited about the opportunity to work with a diverse range of chemicals and processes

    • Interested in the challenges of optimizing...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Any plans for further studies?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have plans for further studies to enhance my knowledge and skills in chemical engineering.

    • I am considering pursuing a master's degree in chemical engineering to specialize in a specific area of interest.

    • I am also interested in attending workshops and conferences to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field.

    • Continuing education courses and certifications are also on my radar to broaden my skillset.

    • I ...

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  • Q3. Why Chevron?
  • Q4. Tell about a situation where you disagreed and how you dealt with it ?
  • Q5. Tell an incident of a technical problem and how you solved it ?
  • Ans. 

    I encountered a technical problem while working on a chemical process optimization project.

    • During the project, I faced a challenge with a reactor that was not achieving the desired conversion rate.

    • I conducted a thorough analysis of the process parameters and identified a potential issue with the catalyst.

    • To confirm my hypothesis, I performed various tests and experiments to evaluate the catalyst's performance.

    • Based on ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Why Chevron ?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Online test for personality profile was taken. They were looking for someone to fit into the corporate environment. No Short-listing was done .


Round: Technical Interview
Experience: 20-25 minutes. Panel of 4 people. Any problems in mobility i.e. it is good if one does not have problem related to mobility. Any Hands on Experience. Any setback, failure in life. Encouraged me to ask questions to them.


Round: HR Interview
Tips: They were looking for leadership qualities, confidence, passionate people, and ability to handle responsibilities. Speak on something you are good at. Courses to be well versed in.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Fermantation section

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Distillation section

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical questions about the university topics
  • Q2. General questions about strength , weakness

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be your self and comfortable.
ask if you did not understand the question

I was interviewed before Jun 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1.  Why interested in refinery?
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in refineries because of their crucial role in the production of various petroleum products.

    • Fascinated by the complex processes involved in refining crude oil into usable products

    • Passionate about contributing to the development of cleaner and more efficient refining technologies

    • Excited about the opportunity to work with a diverse range of chemicals and processes

    • Interested in the challenges of optimizing...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Any plans for further studies?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have plans for further studies to enhance my knowledge and skills in chemical engineering.

    • I am considering pursuing a master's degree in chemical engineering to specialize in a specific area of interest.

    • I am also interested in attending workshops and conferences to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field.

    • Continuing education courses and certifications are also on my radar to broaden my skillset.

    • I ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why Chevron?
  • Q4. Tell about a situation where you disagreed and how you dealt with it ?
  • Q5. Tell an incident of a technical problem and how you solved it ?
  • Ans. 

    I encountered a technical problem while working on a chemical process optimization project.

    • During the project, I faced a challenge with a reactor that was not achieving the desired conversion rate.

    • I conducted a thorough analysis of the process parameters and identified a potential issue with the catalyst.

    • To confirm my hypothesis, I performed various tests and experiments to evaluate the catalyst's performance.

    • Based on ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Why Chevron ?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Online test for personality profile was taken. They were looking for someone to fit into the corporate environment. No Short-listing was done .


Round: Technical Interview
Experience: 20-25 minutes. Panel of 4 people. Any problems in mobility i.e. it is good if one does not have problem related to mobility. Any Hands on Experience. Any setback, failure in life. Encouraged me to ask questions to them.


Round: HR Interview
Tips: They were looking for leadership qualities, confidence, passionate people, and ability to handle responsibilities. Speak on something you are good at. Courses to be well versed in.

Chennai Petroleum Corporation Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Chennai Petroleum Corporation Chemical Engineer interview?
Chennai Petroleum Corporation interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Chennai Petroleum Corporation interview process are Technical.
What are the top questions asked in Chennai Petroleum Corporation Chemical Engineer interview?

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