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Cognizant Assistant Engineer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 20 Oct 2021

Top Cognizant Assistant Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. If u have a cake in front of u in how many minimum cuts u take to get 8 equal pieces
  • Q2. 2. What is the difference between while and do while with example and local variable and global variable
  • Q3. Why should we use return 0 when int main() is used

Cognizant Assistant Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

11 Questions

  • Q1. If u have a cake in front of u in how many minimum cuts u take to get 8 equal pieces
  • Ans. 

    To get 8 equal pieces from a cake, you need a minimum of 3 cuts.

    • The first cut divides the cake into two equal halves.

    • The second cut divides one of the halves into two equal quarters.

    • The third cut divides one of the quarters into two equal eighths.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Static variables
  • Q3. Some simple C programs
  • Q4. Global and local variables
  • Q5. Why should we use return 0 when int main() is used
  • Ans. 

    return 0 in int main() indicates successful termination of program execution.

    • return 0 is used to indicate that the program has executed successfully.

    • It is not mandatory to use return 0, but it is a good programming practice.

    • If return 0 is not used, the program may return garbage values to the operating system.

    • Other values can also be used instead of 0 to indicate different types of program termination.

    • For example, retu...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Tell me something about yourself
  • Q7. Tell me about your project
  • Ans. 

    I worked on a project to design and implement a new software system for managing inventory in a manufacturing company.

    • Developed a user-friendly interface for employees to input and track inventory data

    • Implemented a database to store and organize inventory information

    • Created automated reports to provide real-time updates on inventory levels

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure system

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Where will u see yourself after 5 yrs
  • Q9. What are ur Strengths
  • Q10. What we need to use to convert string to numerical
  • Ans. 

    We need to use parsing or casting to convert string to numerical.

    • Use parseInt() or parseFloat() for converting string to integer or float respectively.

    • Use Number() constructor to convert string to number.

    • Use unary plus (+) operator to convert string to number.

    • Ensure that the string contains only numerical characters, else it will result in NaN (Not a Number).

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. And core branch related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident never get tensed if u don't know the answer directly say them that "I dont have more knowledge on this mam/ sir" be active and stay clam😊

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. 1. they asked to write a program such as Fibonacci series and write a c program by using switch statement
  • Q2. 2. What is the difference between while and do while with example and local variable and global variable
  • Ans. 

    While and do-while are loops in programming. While checks the condition before executing the loop, do-while checks after.

    • While loop executes only if the condition is true, do-while executes at least once before checking the condition.

    • Local variables are declared inside a function and can only be accessed within that function. Global variables can be accessed from anywhere in the program.

    • Example of while loop: while(i<1...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. 3. Basics of c programming related question
  • Q4. 4. About project
  • Q5. 5. Tell me about yourself
  • Q6. 6. where would you see yourself after 5years
  • Q7. 7. Tell me about CTS
  • Ans. 

    CTS stands for Cognizant Technology Solutions, a multinational IT services company.

    • CTS is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, USA.

    • It was founded in 1994.

    • CTS provides services in areas such as digital engineering, consulting, and operations.

    • It has a global presence with offices in over 40 countries.

    • CTS is one of the largest IT services companies in the world, with over 300,000 employees.

    • It is listed on the NASDAQ stoc

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  • Q8. 8. Basically your from NON IT why you choose IT field

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be punctual at your interview, speak in confidence, don't get nervous while u answering, Atleast u have to know about basics of c programming

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Python questions on data structure, pandas, beautifulsoup.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Your journey in IBM and most difficult time over there?
  • Ans. 

    I joined IBM as a fresh graduate and faced challenges adapting to the corporate environment.

    • Transitioning from a student to a professional was difficult

    • Learning to navigate the corporate culture and hierarchy was a challenge

    • Managing workload and expectations in a fast-paced environment was tough

    • Dealing with difficult clients or projects tested my problem-solving skills

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  • Q2. Your weakness and strength??
  • Ans. 

    My weakness is that I can be overly critical of myself, but my strength is my ability to adapt quickly to new situations.

    • Weakness: tend to be overly critical of myself

    • Strength: ability to adapt quickly to new situations

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What if employee is not happy with your management,what will you do to motivate me??

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Test on Exposure in previous company
  • Ans. What ever performed in past organisation only those I wrote and briefed what I did in my ex company
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. Excel skills and the use of excel in past company
  • Ans. Shortcuts must for every formulae and pivot table is vital
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q3. Core basic accounting concepts tested
Round 3 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Package in ex company
  • Q2. Expectations for this role
  • Ans. Minimum of 45% maximum of 60% they offered 45% as their maximum
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q3. Join bonus expectation
  • Ans. They offered 30k I requested to add the same to my package so that it can considered for hike
  • Answered Anonymously

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident commit the experience only to the level you can handle

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Dec 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. About your previous experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident on your answers

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. 1. about your work experience and projects which i have handled
  • Q2. 2. What challenges you have faced?
  • Q3. 3. Some exercise based on the logics in SAS. I have to write logics.
  • Q4. 4.common questions like what is the difference between dupkey and nodup. Difference in put and input. Macros

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just say what you did do not frame anything which you never did.

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is accrual and it's entry
  • Ans. 

    Accrual is an accounting method where revenue or expenses are recognized when earned or incurred, regardless of when payment is received or made.

    • Accrual accounting is the opposite of cash accounting

    • Accruals are recorded as adjusting entries in the general ledger

    • Examples of accruals include interest expense, salaries payable, and accounts receivable

    • The entry for an accrual involves debiting an expense account and credit

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is contingency liability
  • Ans. 

    Contingency liability is a potential liability that may occur in the future based on certain events or circumstances.

    • It is a liability that is not certain but may occur in the future

    • It is based on certain events or circumstances

    • Examples include lawsuits, warranties, and environmental cleanup costs

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare more on the accounting entries and it's flow. Eg: Accrual, Prepayment, Contingency Liability and Etc.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Questions on profile, team handling etc

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Manufacturing Finance Domain

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good for experienced professional from manufacturing finance background. If you want to relax after 6 days of working in Manufacturing Organization then Genpact is the right place to be. Relaxed work environment and a lot to offer to client.

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