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Updated 27 Jul 2023

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

Written aptitude test with 50 questions pas Mark is 25.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you
  • Q2. What is sales in FMCG industry
  • Ans. 

    Sales in FMCG industry refers to the process of selling fast-moving consumer goods through various channels to end consumers.

    • Sales in FMCG industry involves selling products that have a quick turnover and are relatively low cost.

    • It includes selling products like food and beverages, personal care products, household items, and over-the-counter drugs.

    • FMCG sales often require strong distribution networks to reach a wide c...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and answer with gratitude

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I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2021. 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - My turning point is ITC and grow up my carrier

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. About my family statua
  • Q2. Selary demand and caus of demand
  • Q3. About my last company market knowledge
  • Q4. About my last company working knowledge
  • Q5. About my family status

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - No
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
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Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

B2G1 Schm %
Ans-33.3

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

What is sales in Market

Interview Preparation Tips

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Self about introduction
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There were 6 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How to do represent our self
Round 2 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Marketing strategy
  • Ans. Strategy made by own nd confidence level never in the market
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. In sales do or die
  • Q3. 100% achievement
  • Q4. All efforts do it's in market
  • Q5. Target is the main role in the market
  • Q6. Without Target job not sacrifice
Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Any topic debat in the gd

Round 4 - Case Study 

Any tipical case study by own

Round 5 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Perfect in any command in computer
Round 6 - Market 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Market always sea in the sea we gone

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nice

I appeared for an interview before Aug 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. What is a BCG matrix?
  • Ans. 

    The BCG matrix is a strategic planning tool used to analyze a company's portfolio of products or business units.

    • Developed by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

    • It categorizes products/business units into four quadrants based on market growth rate and market share

    • Quadrants: Stars, Cash Cows, Question Marks, and Dogs

    • Helps in resource allocation and strategic decision-making

    • Example: Apple's iPhone as a Star, iPod as a Cash ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain market segmentation to a layman.
  • Ans. 

    Market segmentation is the process of dividing a broad target market into smaller, more specific groups based on common characteristics.

    • Market segmentation helps businesses identify and target specific customer groups.

    • It involves analyzing factors such as demographics, psychographics, and behavior to create segments.

    • Segments can be based on age, gender, income, interests, location, etc.

    • By understanding the needs and pr...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are your strengths?
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include strong communication skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities.

    • Strong communication skills: I am able to effectively convey information and ideas to others.

    • Adaptability: I am able to quickly adjust to new situations and environments.

    • Problem-solving abilities: I am skilled at analyzing complex problems and finding creative solutions.

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  • Q4. What are your weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    One of my weaknesses is that I tend to be overly critical of my own work.

    • I have a tendency to be a perfectionist and spend too much time on tasks

    • I struggle with delegating tasks to others

    • I can be overly self-critical and have difficulty accepting praise or recognition

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Tell us more about yourself that would totally hook us to you.
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and passionate individual with a strong work ethic and a proven track record of success.

    • I have consistently achieved top grades in my academic studies, showcasing my commitment to excellence.

    • I have completed multiple internships in the past where I received glowing feedback from supervisors for my hard work and dedication.

    • I am actively involved in extracurricular activities such as volunteering and lea...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Anonymous shortlisting

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: 8 people in the GD. It was a calm GD. I came in 3rd with strong points and exited, making my point.
Tips: Be sure of what you say. Own your points. Start with statement, give example and conclude in a minute.
Duration: 20 minutes

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: 10 people in this GD. It was a chaotic GD with everyone speaking at once. Nobody could be heard and things were totally out of control.
Tips: At times of chaos, go against the tide and keep your voice calm and have a very good point in mind. Don't lose your calm in all the chaos.
Duration: 25 minutes

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: I gave the wrong answer at first to the BCG matrix question. Then the interviewer asked me "are you sure?". I realized my mistake, held my calm, used the notebook infront of me, drew it and explained. That I believe, did the magic.
Tips: Be honest. Keep smiling. Own the interview.

College Name: S.P. Jain Institute Of Management And Research

I appeared for an interview in Apr 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Family background, father's job, personal details

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: There were three panelists.As I went in, I was first asked to present my CV. All of them were asking questions together. One was asking technical questions related to chemical engineering while the other two were taking the HR interview. They were all very polite and gentle.At first. I had to tell them my 10th and 12th percentage and my ranks in JEE Main, JEE Advanced and WBJEE. Then I was asked why I chose chemical engineering and what were my areas or subjects of interest. I answered Mass transfer and Chemical Reaction Engineering. They were quite impressed to hear as they said I was the first one who mentioned it. I was mainly asked questions from distillation and gas absorption. All the questions were very basic and required clear understanding of the concepts. I was asked to give a brief summary about my industrial visit to RCF, Mumbai. I was also asked some questions on my ongoing project work at college. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

College Name: Jadavpur University, Kolkata

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical skills learned
  • Q2. Education background

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident while giving interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Asked on past job experience. Asked on key achievements. Asked on technical skills. Asked on market analysis and competitive benchmark study.

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