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Updated 23 Jan 2024

Cognizant Functional Consultant Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Paybels module questions

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Cognitive test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. It was a gaming round related to reasoning and decision making skill
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Question related to accounting terminology
  • Q2. Question related to accounting standards
  • Q3. Advanced Excel formula
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic personal information
  • Q2. Accounting and tax related questions

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Stay calm and answer well, if you are doubtful for the answer atleast try it sometimes interviewer helps to understand the same
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Dec 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Forex transaction journal entry
  • Q2. Golden rules of accounting
  • Ans. 

    The golden rules of accounting are basic principles that guide the process of recording financial transactions.

    • The golden rules include: Debit what comes in, Credit what goes out; Debit the receiver, Credit the giver; Debit expenses and losses, Credit income and gains.

    • These rules ensure that the accounting equation (Assets = Liabilities + Equity) remains balanced.

    • For example, when a company receives cash from a custome...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Earlier company experience related quetion
  • Q2. Details on different audits
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Bond valuation entry
  • Q2. Accrual entry
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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Domain Knowledge will be checked
  • Q2. Project details will be asked
Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

Total work expericne will be asked

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepared more and really work hard. have some practice in Application
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Jan 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Easy mostly simple maths related to ratios, percentages

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Oops, basic java programs, shell scripting
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Aug 2023.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Pricing procedure related
  • Q2. Output determination
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Dec 2022. There were 3 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 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic question about the previous job profile.
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Detailed question on resume
  • Q2. Most of the questions on procure to pay process
  • Q3. A little bit on sql queries

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go through your resume, do not add any irrelevant data.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Resume overview
  • Q2. Expected ctc and location
  • Ans. 

    Expected ctc and location

    • Research typical salary range for Functional Consultants in the industry

    • Consider cost of living in the desired location

    • Negotiate based on your experience and skills

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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Accounting questions
  • Q2. Previous work experience questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Pick an app and explain why you want to build it

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me a time you were given bad feedback?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 6 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.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Based on the resume.
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Overall experience & achievement.
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Assignment in past
  • Q2. Communication skills
Round 5 - Case Study 

Aptitude test questions

Round 6 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Face to face interview
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Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Functional Consultant interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for Cognizant Functional Consultant 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 Cognizant. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cognizant expect are Consulting, Functional Consultancy, Accounting, Ax and Brand Management.

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