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Updated 29 Jan 2022

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HR Generalist Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 29 Jan 2022

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q3. Tell me about decision making process in leadership positions
  • Q4. Tell me about your leadership skills

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident
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HR Generalist Interview Questions & Answers

TCS user image Baddula Prashanthi

posted on 22 Jan 2025

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Self introduction
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About yourself and about your schooling
  • Q2. Y u want to join your campany
  • Ans. 

    I am excited about the company's innovative approach to HR and its commitment to employee development.

    • I am impressed by the company's reputation for fostering a positive work culture.

    • I believe my skills and experience align well with the company's values and goals.

    • I am eager to contribute to the company's growth and success.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - communication
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There were 2 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 

(10 Questions)

  • Q1. What are you looking for change.
  • Q2. Tell about your self.
  • Q3. What are you strength and weekeness.
  • Q4. What are you looking for change...
  • Q5. What about your resume your gap.
  • Q6. Tell about your resume your gap
  • Q7. What are you looking for change.m
  • Q8. What about you looking change.
  • Q9. Tell me about your self.
  • Q10. What are strength and weekeness..
  • Ans. 

    Strengths: Strong communication skills, ability to multitask, and problem-solving skills. Weaknesses: Lack of experience in employee relations and limited knowledge of labor laws.

    • Strengths: Strong communication skills

    • Strengths: Ability to multitask

    • Strengths: Problem-solving skills

    • Weaknesses: Lack of experience in employee relations

    • Weaknesses: Limited knowledge of labor laws

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - My goal is to be secure a good position..
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2023. 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.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic Hr related questions with last drawn compensation and immediate joiner
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical hr domain related questions and some grilling. Confirmation on my last drawn ctc

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Hcl confirmed for my compensation trice and still called for interview. I got a call later in evening that their budget is lesser than my last drawn and if I was still interested. It was nothing but a time waste for both me and the hiring panel.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

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 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why choose this company
  • Ans. 

    This company offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

    • The company values diversity and inclusion, creating a welcoming and supportive work environment for employees.

    • There are ample opportunities for professional growth and development through training programs and mentorship.

    • The company has a strong reputation in the industry and is known for its commitment to exc...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Do You have a good communication skills
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have excellent communication skills.

    • I have strong verbal and written communication skills.

    • I am able to effectively convey information and ideas to others.

    • I am a good listener and can understand and respond appropriately.

    • I am comfortable communicating with people from diverse backgrounds.

    • I have experience in conducting interviews and assessing candidates' communication skills.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. It is my aim to work with HR
  • Q2. I to work in Genpact

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I am very excited to you interview in the Genpact thank you

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. About past experience
  • Q2. About work and responsibilities and working culture

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Found good manager for Hr
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Assignment is a shows the progress and order of each activity

Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Apptitude test is What is a value of c:b:a

Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

What is the speed of the train?

Round 4 - Assignment 

A lesson or a set of lessons that a student is expected a complete

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Take time to quantify our talent
Treat ourself to free or low cost perks

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

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 - should check his patience and 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What will you do if the health of the employee in your company worsens?
  • Ans. First of all, I would advise him that he should go home and take rest.
  • Answered Anonymously

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - We should be very Panchula for our work.And told them that they should help each other like a family, not the family of Mahabharata but the family of Ramayana, the respect of each other.
Round 1 - HR 

(12 Questions)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q3. Why should we hire you?
  • Q4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q5. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q6. What is your family background?
  • Q7. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q8. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q9. How do you think you will fit in this role
  • Q10. What do you expect from your fo co workers
  • Q11. Do you have any questions
  • Q12. What do you like/dislike about ur present job

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It is the best interview questions for my interview process nd best tips to the very friendly to the interview role

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