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Cognizant Graduate Trainee Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 25 Nov 2024

14 Interview questions

A Graduate Trainee was asked 6mo ago
Q. Write a second automation script in a virtual VS Code environment with a terminal.
Ans. 

Creating a second automation script in Virtual VS Code with terminal provided

  • Open Virtual VS Code and navigate to the terminal

  • Write the script using the appropriate programming language

  • Test the script in the terminal to ensure it runs correctly

A Graduate Trainee was asked 7mo ago
Q. What is troubleshooting?
Ans. 

Troubleshooting is the process of identifying and resolving problems or issues in a system or device.

  • Identifying the problem or issue

  • Gathering information about the problem

  • Analyzing possible causes

  • Testing solutions

  • Implementing the best solution

  • Verifying that the problem has been resolved

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A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. What are the differences between software and hardware?
Ans. 

Software refers to programs and applications that run on a computer, while hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system.

  • Software is intangible and can be easily modified or updated.

  • Hardware is tangible and includes components like the CPU, memory, and motherboard.

  • Examples of software include operating systems like Windows or macOS, and applications like Microsoft Office.

  • Examples of hardware incl...

A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. What are the basics of the programming language you know?
Ans. 

I am proficient in Python, a versatile programming language known for its readability and wide range of applications.

  • Python is an interpreted language, meaning code is executed line by line, which aids in debugging.

  • It supports multiple programming paradigms, including procedural, object-oriented, and functional programming.

  • Python has a rich standard library and numerous third-party packages, such as NumPy for nume...

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A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. What is an operating system?
Ans. 

An operating system is a software that manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programs.

  • It acts as an interface between the user and the computer hardware.

  • It manages memory, processes, and input/output devices.

  • Examples include Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.

  • It provides a platform for other software to run on.

  • It ensures security and manages user accounts.

A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. Tell me about object-oriented programming.
Ans. 

Object oriented programming is a programming paradigm that uses objects to represent and manipulate data.

  • Encapsulation: bundling data and methods that operate on that data within one unit

  • Inheritance: creating new classes from existing ones, inheriting their properties and methods

  • Polymorphism: ability of objects to take on multiple forms or behaviors

  • Examples: Java, C++, Python, Ruby

A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. Tell me about your knowledge of the Java programming language.
Ans. 

Java is a versatile, object-oriented programming language widely used for building applications across various platforms.

  • Object-Oriented: Java supports concepts like inheritance, encapsulation, and polymorphism. Example: Creating a class 'Animal' and subclasses like 'Dog' and 'Cat'.

  • Platform Independence: Java code is compiled into bytecode, which can run on any device with a Java Virtual Machine (JVM).

  • Rich API: Ja...

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A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. What are hardware and software devices?
Ans. 

Hardware and software devices are tools used in computing to perform specific tasks.

  • Hardware devices are physical components of a computer system, such as the keyboard, mouse, monitor, and printer.

  • Software devices are programs or applications that run on a computer system, such as Microsoft Word, Adobe Photoshop, and Google Chrome.

  • Hardware and software devices work together to perform tasks, such as creating docum...

A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. Tell me about cloud storage.
Ans. 

Cloud storage is a service that allows users to store and access data remotely over the internet.

  • Data is stored on remote servers maintained by a third-party provider

  • Users can access their data from anywhere with an internet connection

  • Cloud storage can be used for backup, file sharing, and collaboration

  • Examples of cloud storage providers include Dropbox, Google Drive, and Amazon S3

A Graduate Trainee was asked
Q. What is an OS?
Ans. 

OS stands for Operating System, it is a software that manages computer hardware and software resources.

  • OS acts as an interface between the user and the computer hardware.

  • It manages memory, processes, and input/output devices.

  • Examples of OS include Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android.

  • OS provides a platform for other software to run on.

  • It also provides security features to protect the system from viruses and malware.

Cognizant Graduate Trainee Interview Experiences

22 interviews found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Standard with quant , verbal , grammer, algebra

Round 2 - Coding Test 

2 coding questions -- array list, Searching algo

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. One Coding Question from bit manipulation , XOR function
  • Q2. Second Automation Script in Virtual VS CODE with terminal provided
  • Ans. 

    Creating a second automation script in Virtual VS Code with terminal provided

    • Open Virtual VS Code and navigate to the terminal

    • Write the script using the appropriate programming language

    • Test the script in the terminal to ensure it runs correctly

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical , OOPS, Array Sorting, Azure Cloud

Skills evaluated in this interview

Graduate Trainee Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ganga Gandrakota

posted on 9 Nov 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

First round was Aplitude

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self?
  • Q2. What is trouble shooting?
  • Ans. 

    Troubleshooting is the process of identifying and resolving problems or issues in a system or device.

    • Identifying the problem or issue

    • Gathering information about the problem

    • Analyzing possible causes

    • Testing solutions

    • Implementing the best solution

    • Verifying that the problem has been resolved

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Normal as always 60 mins total

Round 2 - Coding Test 

60 mins and hash mapping and bubblee sort

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

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Communication 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Easy grammar questions Listening Speaking
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basic question on train ,simple interest.. etc

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Is AI taking away peoples job

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Different between software and hardware
  • Ans. 

    Software refers to programs and applications that run on a computer, while hardware refers to the physical components of a computer system.

    • Software is intangible and can be easily modified or updated.

    • Hardware is tangible and includes components like the CPU, memory, and motherboard.

    • Examples of software include operating systems like Windows or macOS, and applications like Microsoft Office.

    • Examples of hardware include p...

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

I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - communication assesment 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic grammar questions and voice hearing sentence
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Logical and verbal questions , totally 60 questions

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. I got a mail yesterday today is my interview

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about object oriented programming
  • Ans. 

    Object oriented programming is a programming paradigm that uses objects to represent and manipulate data.

    • Encapsulation: bundling data and methods that operate on that data within one unit

    • Inheritance: creating new classes from existing ones, inheriting their properties and methods

    • Polymorphism: ability of objects to take on multiple forms or behaviors

    • Examples: Java, C++, Python, Ruby

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself
  • Q3. Any activities in college life
  • Q4. Historical place in your city
  • Q5. What is your opinion about Russia and ukrain war
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Average of speed time and distance

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cognizant Graduate Trainee interview:
  • C,c++,java
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do anything for our life which best for us

I applied via AmbitionBox and was interviewed in Jan 2022. 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

You will be having aptitude test

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Group discussion on general topic

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical round, in this round yob will be asked general technical questions like how many operation systems are available
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Hr round , documents Verfication

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident with your skills , always be yourself , don’t fake yourself with fake certifications, at the end your skills will give you high paying job .

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 3 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. First he/she will ask which language are you know(like C,C++,Java)
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Are you comfortable in rotational shifts

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared good atleast in one language because interviewer ask only which language you know according to your resume
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jan 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Superset exam basic questions of maths

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is operating system?
  • Q2. Talk few minutes about food.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basic computer knowledge and should have some knowledge on software

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

English, quants, reasoning

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Some general topics.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why cognizant, About latest technologies.
  • Ans. 

    Cognizant offers innovative solutions and embraces cutting-edge technologies, making it an ideal choice for aspiring professionals.

    • Cognizant is at the forefront of digital transformation, leveraging AI and machine learning to enhance business processes.

    • The company invests heavily in cloud computing, enabling clients to scale operations efficiently, as seen with their partnership with AWS.

    • Cognizant's focus on data analy...

  • Answered by AI

Cognizant Interview FAQs

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