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Updated 20 May 2025
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A Data Analyst was asked 2mo ago
Q. Write an SQL query to get the employee names whose salaries are more than the average salary.
Ans. 

Retrieve employee names with salaries exceeding the average salary from the employee table.

  • Use the AVG() function to calculate the average salary.

  • Use a subquery to compare each employee's salary against the average.

  • Example SQL query: SELECT name FROM employees WHERE salary > (SELECT AVG(salary) FROM employees);

  • Ensure the employee table has 'name' and 'salary' columns.

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A Business Associate was asked 3mo ago
Q. How will you address user issues?
Ans. 

I will address user issues by actively listening, analyzing problems, and providing effective solutions promptly.

  • Listen actively to understand the user's concerns and gather all relevant information.

  • Analyze the issue by identifying patterns or common problems, using data if available.

  • Provide clear and concise solutions, ensuring the user understands the steps to resolve their issue.

  • Follow up with users to ensure t...

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A Non Voice Process Executive was asked 5mo ago
Q. Tell me about yourself.
Ans. 

I am a dedicated professional with strong communication skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service in non-voice processes.

  • Background: I have a degree in Business Administration, which has equipped me with essential skills in management and communication.

  • Experience: I have worked in a customer support role for over two years, where I handled inquiries and resolved issues efficiently.

  • Skills: Prof...

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A Senior Associate was asked 6mo ago
Q. Explain the difference between HashMap and Hashtable.
Ans. 

HashMap is non-synchronized and allows null keys/values, while Hashtable is synchronized and does not allow nulls.

  • HashMap is part of the Java Collections Framework, while Hashtable is part of the legacy collection classes.

  • HashMap allows one null key and multiple null values; Hashtable does not allow any null keys or values.

  • HashMap is faster than Hashtable due to lack of synchronization overhead.

  • HashMap is not thre...

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A Programmer Analyst Trainee was asked 6mo ago
Q. What are public and private keys?
Ans. 

Public key and private key are cryptographic keys used in asymmetric encryption for secure data transmission.

  • Public Key: A key that can be shared openly and is used to encrypt data.

  • Private Key: A key kept secret by the owner, used to decrypt data encrypted with the public key.

  • Example: In email encryption, a sender uses the recipient's public key to encrypt a message, which only the recipient can decrypt with their...

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A Programmer Analyst Trainee was asked 6mo ago
Q. What is a firewall?
Ans. 

A firewall is a network security device that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

  • Firewalls can be hardware-based, software-based, or a combination of both.

  • They help protect networks from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

  • Examples include Windows Firewall, Cisco ASA, and pfSense.

  • Firewalls can filter traffic based on IP addresses, ports, and protocols...

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A Software Engineer was asked 8mo ago
Q. Explain the concepts of OOPS.
Ans. 

Oops concept is a programming paradigm that focuses on objects and classes to organize code and promote reusability.

  • Oops stands for Object-Oriented Programming

  • It involves concepts like inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism, and abstraction

  • Objects are instances of classes, which define attributes and behaviors

  • Classes can inherit attributes and behaviors from other classes

  • Polymorphism allows objects to be treated...

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A Software Engineer was asked 8mo ago
Q. Explain the details of an interface.
Ans. 

Interfaces in programming define contracts for classes, enabling polymorphism and code reusability.

  • An interface is a reference type in Java that can contain only constants, method signatures, default methods, static methods, and nested types.

  • Example: In Java, 'public interface Animal { void sound(); }' defines a contract for any class that implements it.

  • Interfaces allow multiple inheritance in languages like Java,...

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An Associate was asked 10mo ago
Q. Explain the different HTTP methods.
Ans. 

HTTP methods are used to indicate the desired action to be performed on a resource.

  • GET: Retrieve data from a server

  • POST: Submit data to be processed by a server

  • PUT: Update an existing resource on a server

  • DELETE: Remove a resource from a server

  • PATCH: Partially update a resource on a server

  • OPTIONS: Get information about the communication options available for a resource

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An Associate was asked 10mo ago
Q. What is deadlock?
Ans. 

Deadlock is a situation in which two or more competing actions are each waiting for the other to finish, preventing any of them from progressing.

  • Occurs in multitasking environments when processes are unable to proceed because each is waiting for the other to release a resource

  • Can happen in database systems when two transactions are each waiting for a resource locked by the other

  • Prevention methods include using tim...

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Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 10 Dec 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is scd type1
  • Q2. Spark architecture
  • Q3. Partitioning types
  • Q4. Sqlperformancetuning

Skills evaluated in this interview

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 Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tecnical ishuu in technology and services
  • Q2. Tecnical ishuu in technology and services to help

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain the difference between Hashmap and hashtable
  • Q2. How do you do cross browser testing
  • Ans. 

    Cross-browser testing ensures web applications function correctly across different browsers and devices.

    • Identify target browsers: Focus on popular browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge.

    • Use automated testing tools: Tools like Selenium or BrowserStack can simulate different browsers and devices.

    • Perform manual testing: Check critical functionalities manually on various browsers to catch any discrepancies.

    • Test re...

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Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Normal questions on some logic and all

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Java what is java
  • Ans. 

    Java is a high-level programming language known for its portability, security, and versatility.

    • Java is an object-oriented language

    • It is platform-independent, meaning it can run on any device with a Java Virtual Machine (JVM)

    • Java is used for developing a wide range of applications, from mobile apps to enterprise systems

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  • Q2. Spring boot , microserives, CICD

Skills evaluated in this interview

GenC Next Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Oct 2024

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

I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Test on logical aptitude and some technical aptitude

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Basic coding questions and logics

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self
  • Q2. Java core concepts
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self
  • Q2. Manager vs leader
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic aptitude and language test
  • Q2. Tell me something about your self and all hr questions why cognizant

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Normal aptitude test

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Two coding questions, two SQL questions, and ten multiple choice questions.

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Simple programming question and sql question

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction
  • Q2. Work process salaries timings
  • Q3. Communication skills

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Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Jun 2024

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

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain stages of testing
  • Ans. 

    Stages of testing involve planning, preparation, execution, and reporting of test results.

    • Planning: Define test objectives, scope, and resources.

    • Preparation: Develop test cases, scripts, and test data.

    • Execution: Run tests, record outcomes, and report defects.

    • Reporting: Summarize test results, provide recommendations for improvement.

    • Example: In software testing, stages include unit testing, integration testing, system t...

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  • Q2. Explain maven cycle
  • Ans. 

    Maven cycle is the process of building, testing, packaging, and deploying a project using Maven build tool.

    • Maven cycle consists of phases like validate, compile, test, package, verify, install, and deploy.

    • Each phase in Maven cycle performs specific tasks such as compiling source code, running tests, packaging the application, etc.

    • Maven uses a project object model (POM) file to define the project structure and dependenc...

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  • Q3. Explain difference between sanity and smoke
  • Ans. 

    Sanity is mental health and clarity, while smoke is a visible suspension of carbon or other particles in air.

    • Sanity refers to mental health and clarity of mind, while smoke is a visible suspension of carbon or other particles in the air.

    • Sanity is related to one's state of mind and ability to think rationally, while smoke is a physical substance that can be seen and inhaled.

    • Examples: A person with good mental health is ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How toswap two integers
  • Ans. 

    To swap two integers, use a temporary variable to store one value before swapping.

    • Create a temporary variable to store one of the integers

    • Assign the value of the first integer to the second integer

    • Assign the value of the temporary variable to the first integer

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image lahari thotakura

posted on 22 Aug 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is deadlock
  • Ans. 

    Deadlock is a situation in which two or more competing actions are each waiting for the other to finish, preventing any of them from progressing.

    • Occurs in multitasking environments when processes are unable to proceed because each is waiting for the other to release a resource

    • Can happen in database systems when two transactions are each waiting for a resource locked by the other

    • Prevention methods include using timeouts...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain different http methods
  • Ans. 

    HTTP methods are used to indicate the desired action to be performed on a resource.

    • GET: Retrieve data from a server

    • POST: Submit data to be processed by a server

    • PUT: Update an existing resource on a server

    • DELETE: Remove a resource from a server

    • PATCH: Partially update a resource on a server

    • OPTIONS: Get information about the communication options available for a resource

  • Answered by AI

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Cognizant Solutions Corp interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant Solutions Corp interview process are Technical, HR and Aptitude Test.
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Overall Interview Experience Rating

4.3/5

based on 73 interview experiences

Difficulty level

Easy 23%
Moderate 73%
Hard 5%

Duration

Less than 2 weeks 60%
2-4 weeks 31%
6-8 weeks 7%
More than 8 weeks 2%
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