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Cognizant Engineer Trainee Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 25 Dec 2024

Top Cognizant Engineer Trainee Interview Questions and Answers

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Cognizant Engineer Trainee Interview Experiences

36 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Toggle the string
  • Ans. 

    Toggle the characters in a given string

    • Create an array of characters from the input string

    • Iterate through the array and toggle each character (convert uppercase to lowercase and vice versa)

    • Join the toggled characters back into a string and return

  • Answered by AI

Engineer Trainee Interview Questions & Answers

user image Lakshmanan K

posted on 7 May 2023

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 5 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 - Aptitude Test 

Very tough questions

Round 3 - online communication round 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Just ai communication round with little ai questions
Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What type of operating system in apple phone
  • Ans. 

    The operating system in Apple phones is iOS.

    • iOS is a mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc.

    • It is the second most popular mobile operating system in the world.

    • iOS is known for its user-friendly interface and security features.

    • Examples of Apple phones that run on iOS are iPhone 12, iPhone 11, and iPhone SE.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Ios operating system
Round 5 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Document verification round
  • Q2. They verified my document via virtual mode

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Very worst company for fresher. Very Poor Job Security. In my batch off campus drive 30 of them selected in my batch. 25 rejected after training. 5 only deployed in project.

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at West Bengal University of Technology (WBUT) and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was AMCAT Test. Where we had section from English, Logocal reasoning, Engineering Subject and Coding

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Total of 600 people reached Cognizant campus for the drive and they made a set of 12 people for GD out of which 1 or 2 were selected only

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Describe about your projects
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on various projects including designing a solar-powered irrigation system and developing a mobile app for tracking water usage.

    • Designed a solar-powered irrigation system to optimize water usage in agriculture

    • Developed a mobile app for tracking water usage and promoting water conservation

    • Collaborated with a team to implement IoT sensors for real-time monitoring of water levels

    • Utilized data analytics to ide

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Basic questions from programming
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me sometging about yourself
  • Q2. Why do you want to join IT
  • Ans. 

    I want to join IT because of my passion for technology and problem-solving.

    • Passion for technology and innovation

    • Interest in problem-solving and analytical thinking

    • Opportunity for continuous learning and growth

    • Desire to work in a dynamic and fast-paced industry

  • Answered by AI
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your favourite cricketere
  • Ans. 

    My favorite cricketer is Virat Kohli.

    • Virat Kohli is known for his aggressive batting style and consistent performance in all formats of the game.

    • He has broken numerous records and is often compared to legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting.

    • Kohli's leadership skills as the captain of the Indian cricket team have also been commendable.

    • His dedication to fitness and work ethic make him a role model for aspiring cr

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Where do you see yourself in next 5 years
  • Ans. 

    In the next 5 years, I see myself growing into a senior engineer role, taking on more responsibilities and leading projects.

    • Continuing to learn and develop new skills in engineering

    • Taking on leadership roles within the team

    • Contributing to innovative projects and solutions

    • Building strong relationships with colleagues and mentors

    • Possibly pursuing further education or certifications

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare thoroughly
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 - Group Discussion 

What if you have a superpower

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Resume-related questions, related to your experience in projects and the technical part which you have worked on brief and explaination.
  • Q2. Why IT, what makes you fit this role
  • Ans. 

    IT is a constantly evolving field that aligns with my passion for problem-solving and innovation. My technical skills and eagerness to learn make me a good fit for this role.

    • I have always been interested in technology and enjoy keeping up with the latest advancements

    • I have completed relevant coursework and gained experience through internships and personal projects

    • I am a quick learner and enjoy tackling complex problem...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain me your projects
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on multiple projects including a smart irrigation system and a traffic monitoring system.

    • Developed a smart irrigation system using Arduino and sensors to optimize water usage

    • Designed a traffic monitoring system using OpenCV and Python to detect and count vehicles

    • Created a web application for a restaurant using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

    • Developed a mobile application for a charity organization using React N

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just be confident, Don't lie about your work.
Just communicate in a natural phase and know what you speak because they frame questions on whatever you answer.
Basics should be clear.

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

It was conducted via amcat . I did well during the test.

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

A random topic was given and we had to talk about it for 5 minutes

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions regarding my projects were asked

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Engineer Trainee Interview Questions & Answers

user image Likhitha Raj

posted on 23 Oct 2024

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Moderate questions were asked in the assessment

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Took place in zoom meeting

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Interviewer was friendly
  • Q2. In HR casual questions related to salary, Location
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
No response
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Assignment 

Skills - java cpp python three months training

Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude was easy basic mathematical and logical questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Coding questions would be there practice well before interview
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Pretty easy and straight forward

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 15 minutes interview with some coding questions even if you have right approach you will clear it easily
  • Q2. Just keep calm and answer it with patience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It is easy to crack kindly try harder to get a job somewhere else as it is not a great place to work for
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at Heritage Institute of Technology, Kolkata and was interviewed in Jun 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Be truthful in your resume. It is very easy to catch false or lies during the interview by asking basic questions.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

It was easy to moderate . Types of questions you can find it on YouTube

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self Some aptitude questions
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Some situation base question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Work hard and give your 100% .then you're good to go
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic aptitude questions it was very easy

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. It will be around 30min and they are asking basic coding questions but you have to prepare before interview .
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Once you clear the tr , hr is very easy he will ask normal question not coding ex- are you ok with 24/7 like that.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1.you have to prepare before interview
2.dont fear when u are talking
3.be confident

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Engineer Trainee interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are Aptitude Test, Technical and HR.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant Engineer Trainee interview?

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How long is the Cognizant Engineer Trainee interview process?

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

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Cognizant Engineer Trainee Interview Process

based on 14 interviews in last 1 year

2 Interview rounds

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  • HR Round
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Job Portal
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36%
32%
16%
8%
4%
4% candidates got the interview through other sources.
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Cognizant Engineer Trainee Salary
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₹3 L/yr - ₹4.5 L/yr
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3.0

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