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Cognizant HR Recruiter Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 6 Jul 2023

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HR Recruiter Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 6 Jul 2023

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

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

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Problem solving and simplification

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Topic of current situations held in the world

Round 4 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Interviewing about the company knowledge how they are to adopt
  • Q2. Hr analyse the communication skills of candidate
  • Q3. Then finally ask about their work experience about past
  • Q4. Hr interviews the questions technically how they are strong

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Cognizant HR Recruiter interview:
  • Management
  • Office Administration
  • Network Management
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They have to be keep update about their current news happening in the IT world

HR Recruiter Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 24 Jan 2022

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience in recruitment and a strong understanding of HR practices.

    • I have successfully recruited and hired candidates for various positions in the past.

    • I have a deep understanding of HR policies and procedures.

    • I am skilled in sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.

    • I have a track record of finding the right fit for the organization's culture and requirements.

    • I am highly organized and detail-...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me something about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated and experienced HR professional with a passion for recruitment.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources and have been working in the HR field for over 5 years.

    • I have successfully recruited and hired candidates for various positions, ranging from entry-level to executive roles.

    • I am skilled in conducting interviews, assessing candidate qualifications, and negotiating job offers.

    • I have a stron...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Most repeated question in interview tell me something about yourself

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HR Recruiter Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 16 Mar 2021

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Past working experiences

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident as they check your presence of mind cauze u have nothing to loose

HR Recruiter Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 7 Oct 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Are you available on Saturdays and Sundays as well for work and 12 Hours shift.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please be ready with 24*7 availability if applying for Hr role

Cognizant interview questions for designations

 Associate Recruiter

 (1)

 US IT Recruiter

 (1)

 Information Technology Recruiter

 (1)

 NON IT Recruiter

 (1)

 HR Executive

 (6)

 HR Manager

 (6)

 HR Specialist

 (3)

 HR BP

 (2)

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HR Recruiter Interview Questions & Answers

Accenture user image Devika Rajesh Ballewar

posted on 26 Jun 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About my self education background
  • Q2. Past experience in detail and deep knowledge in hr
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About my self and past experience
  • Q2. Past experience in details some mcq questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is process of hr
  • Ans. 

    HR process involves recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with labor laws.

    • Recruiting suitable candidates for job openings

    • Hiring selected candidates

    • Onboarding new employees

    • Training and development programs for employees

    • Managing employee relations and performance

    • Ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do you the successive implmentaion of straegies HR with predefine time line
  • Ans. 

    Successive implementation of HR strategies with predefined timeline involves planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation.

    • Develop a detailed HR strategy with specific goals and objectives

    • Create a timeline with milestones and deadlines for each phase of implementation

    • Assign responsibilities to team members and ensure clear communication

    • Regularly monitor progress and make adjustments as needed

    • Evaluate the effectivenes...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why requirement of Human resource planning
  • Ans. 

    Human resource planning is essential to ensure that an organization has the right people with the right skills in the right positions at the right time.

    • Helps in forecasting future workforce needs based on business goals and objectives

    • Ensures that there is a balance between demand and supply of talent within the organization

    • Helps in identifying gaps in skills and competencies and developing strategies to address them

    • Imp...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How do you effective communication the strategic plans to differmt of the orgnisation
  • Q5. Why you choose this orgnisation for jon
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Discuss with employees they know coordinating between each other and requirement of manpower in our company. to analyse the number of employees you have. how much requirement of meanpower. Plqnning for human resource.1 analyse orgnisation plans.2forecaste demand for human resource.3 forecaste human resource supply estimate manpower.4 action plans.5 monitoring and control are requirement

Round 3 - Case Study 

What to do develop new skills of orgnisation employees

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell. me. about. Your. self

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Speaking slowly and clearly. can. helf. you.. appecer relaked. and. Confident
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Teell. Me. about your.. Self

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Speaking.. slowly and clearly can. You appecer relaked and confident
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. End to end recruitment process
  • Ans. 

    End to end recruitment process involves sourcing, screening, interviewing, selecting, and onboarding candidates.

    • Sourcing candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, etc.

    • Screening resumes and conducting initial phone interviews.

    • Coordinating and conducting in-person interviews with hiring managers.

    • Selecting the best candidate based on skills, experience, and cultural fit.

    • Onboarding the new hire and ensuring a

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Good stakeholder management and good in sourcing concepts
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the reasons for change
  • Q2. What is your notice period

HR Recruiter Interview Questions & Answers

Infosys user image Kajole Agrawal

posted on 21 Aug 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Define Recruitment
  • Ans. 

    Recruitment is the process of identifying, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates for a job.

    • Identifying the hiring needs of the organization

    • Sourcing potential candidates through various channels

    • Screening and interviewing candidates

    • Selecting the best candidate for the job

    • Extending job offers and onboarding the new hire

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How do you strategies bulk hiring
  • Ans. 

    Strategizing bulk hiring involves planning, utilizing technology, streamlining processes, and collaborating with hiring managers.

    • Create a detailed hiring plan outlining timelines, roles, responsibilities, and resources.

    • Utilize technology such as applicant tracking systems to streamline the screening and selection process.

    • Collaborate closely with hiring managers to understand their needs and preferences.

    • Implement effici...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Current CTC?
  • Ans. 

    Current CTC refers to the current salary package of the candidate.

    • Current CTC is the total amount of money an employee is paid by their employer in a year, including all benefits and allowances.

    • It is important for HR recruiters to know the candidate's Current CTC to determine if they can offer a competitive salary.

    • Candidates may provide their Current CTC in terms of annual salary, monthly salary, or total compensation ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I expect a challenging role with opportunities for growth and development.

    • Seeking a position with room for advancement

    • Looking for a supportive team environment

    • Expecting clear communication about job responsibilities and expectations

  • Answered by AI

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant HR Recruiter interview?
Cognizant interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process are HR, Resume Shortlist and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for Cognizant HR Recruiter 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 Sourcing, Screening, Recruitment, HR and Bulk Hiring.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant HR Recruiter interview?

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