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Updated 12 Nov 2024
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Q. What are your future plans?
Ans. 

My future plan is to continue gaining experience and expertise in research, eventually leading my own projects and contributing to significant scientific advancements.

  • Continue working as a Research Associate to gain more hands-on experience

  • Pursue further education or certifications to enhance my skills and knowledge

  • Network with professionals in the field to explore new opportunities

  • Eventually lead my own research ...

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Q. How do you prepare a cis structure?
Ans. 

To prepare a cis structure, one must consider the arrangement of atoms around a double bond.

  • Identify the double bond in the molecule

  • Ensure that the substituents attached to the double bond are on the same side of the molecule

  • Use wedge-and-dash notation to show the spatial arrangement of atoms

  • Cis isomer has similar groups on the same side of the double bond

  • Example: In cis-2-butene, both methyl groups are on the sam...

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A Project Assistant 1 was asked
Q. How many benzene rings are present in a phenol group?
Ans. 

Phenol group contains one benzene ring.

  • Phenol group has one benzene ring attached to a hydroxyl group (-OH).

  • The benzene ring in phenol is responsible for its aromatic properties.

  • Examples of compounds with phenol group include phenol itself, tyrosine, and salicylic acid.

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A Lectureship was asked
Q. Which of the following is an endangered species of the Russian Far East?
Ans. 

The endgred species of Russian Far East is the Amur leopard.

  • The Amur leopard is a critically endangered species found in the Russian Far East.

  • It is one of the rarest big cats in the world, with a population of less than 100 individuals.

  • The Amur leopard is known for its beautiful coat, which features rosette-shaped spots.

  • Its habitat is primarily in the temperate forests of eastern Russia, near the border with China...

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A Project Assistant Level 1 was asked
Q. What are the vital conditions of an ideal gas?
Ans. 

A perfect gas is an idealized model of a gas that meets certain conditions.

  • The gas consists of a large number of tiny particles that are in constant random motion.

  • The particles are assumed to have no volume.

  • The particles do not interact with each other except through perfectly elastic collisions.

  • The gas is assumed to be in a closed container.

  • The temperature, pressure, and volume of the gas are related by the ideal...

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A Project Assistant Level 1 was asked
Q. What is 3D? Explain it.
Ans. 

3D refers to three-dimensional, which is a representation of objects or environments that have height, width, and depth.

  • 3D is a term used to describe objects or environments that appear to have depth and dimension.

  • It is a visual representation that adds depth to a flat surface, creating a more realistic and immersive experience.

  • 3D can be achieved through various techniques such as stereoscopy, computer graphics, o...

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A Project Assistant Level 1 was asked
Q. What is an engineering drawing?
Ans. 

Engineering drawing is a visual representation of an object or structure, created using technical drawing techniques.

  • Engineering drawing is used to communicate design and manufacturing information.

  • It includes details such as dimensions, materials, and assembly instructions.

  • Common types of engineering drawings include mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings.

  • Engineering drawings are typically created usin...

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Q. What is a disadvantage of supercritical boilers?
Ans. 

One disadvantage of supercritical boilers is their high cost.

  • Supercritical boilers are expensive to manufacture and install.

  • They require high-quality materials to withstand high pressures and temperatures.

  • Maintenance and repair costs for supercritical boilers are also high.

  • Supercritical boilers may have limited flexibility in terms of load changes.

  • They require a longer startup time compared to subcritical boilers.

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A Project Assistant Level 1 was asked
Q. What type of computer programs does a mechanical engineer use?
Ans. 

Mechanical engineers use various computer programs for design, simulation, and analysis.

  • CAD software for designing and modeling mechanical components and systems

  • Finite element analysis (FEA) software for simulating and analyzing stresses and deformations in mechanical structures

  • Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software for analyzing fluid flow and heat transfer in mechanical systems

  • Programming languages such as ...

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Q. What are the different types of gate valves?
Ans. 

Gate valves are used to control the flow of fluids by opening or closing a gate. There are several types of gate valves.

  • Rising stem gate valve

  • Non-rising stem gate valve

  • Wedge gate valve

  • Parallel gate valve

  • Knife gate valve

  • Slab gate valve

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user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Nov 2024

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 May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self introduction
  • Q2. Strengths of urs
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Last project details
  • Q2. What is future plan
  • Ans. 

    My future plan is to continue gaining experience and expertise in research, eventually leading my own projects and contributing to significant scientific advancements.

    • Continue working as a Research Associate to gain more hands-on experience

    • Pursue further education or certifications to enhance my skills and knowledge

    • Network with professionals in the field to explore new opportunities

    • Eventually lead my own research proje...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Technical project related questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

They ask questions sometimes candidates was pre decided... sometimes they pic random ones but most of the time candidate is pre decided

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Hello just check your qualifications
  • Q2. Hello ask about your experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Before interview connect to the scientist
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What's is the type of coal How it's prepared
  • Ans. 

    Coal is a fossil fuel that comes in different types such as anthracite, bituminous, and lignite. It is prepared through mining, crushing, and washing.

    • Coal is classified into different types based on its carbon content and energy output

    • Anthracite is the highest quality coal with the highest carbon content

    • Bituminous coal is the most commonly used type for electricity generation

    • Lignite is the lowest quality coal with the ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Which type of coal used in India
  • Ans. 

    The main types of coal used in India are lignite, bituminous, and anthracite.

    • Lignite is the lowest quality coal with high moisture content and low carbon content.

    • Bituminous coal is the most commonly used type in India, with medium carbon content and high calorific value.

    • Anthracite is the highest quality coal with low moisture content and high carbon content, but it is less commonly used in India.

    • India also imports coki...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How many benzene rings present phenol group
  • Ans. 

    Phenol group contains one benzene ring.

    • Phenol group has one benzene ring attached to a hydroxyl group (-OH).

    • The benzene ring in phenol is responsible for its aromatic properties.

    • Examples of compounds with phenol group include phenol itself, tyrosine, and salicylic acid.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How to prepared cis structure
  • Ans. 

    To prepare a cis structure, one must consider the arrangement of atoms around a double bond.

    • Identify the double bond in the molecule

    • Ensure that the substituents attached to the double bond are on the same side of the molecule

    • Use wedge-and-dash notation to show the spatial arrangement of atoms

    • Cis isomer has similar groups on the same side of the double bond

    • Example: In cis-2-butene, both methyl groups are on the same sid...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - At any industry like plant area prepared only your own subject related questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me yourself
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

PROFIT AND LOSS, AND OTHER SIMILAR CHAPTERS

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. NORMAL AND SIMPLE QUES
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Written Multiple choice questions from my own subject plus reasoning questions.

Round 2 - Interview 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Small self Introductory session
  • Q2. Botanical names of various plants and fruits, specially about regional ones.
  • Ans. 

    Botanical names of plants and fruits are important for identification and classification purposes.

    • Botanical name for apple is Malus domestica

    • Botanical name for banana is Musa acuminata

    • Botanical name for mango is Mangifera indica

    • Botanical name for rose is Rosa

    • Botanical name for tulsi is Ocimum tenuiflorum

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Feb 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Walkin 

(19 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. Myself SUMIT HALDER, I LEAVE IN DURGAPUR, WEST BENGAL. I PASSED DIPLOMA IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AT 2017, NEXT I PASSED B.TECH IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AT 2022. I KNOW AUTOCAD MECHANICAL, BASIC COMPUTER, CATIA. I HAVE 08 MONTH EXPERIENCE AT CSIR-CMERI IN PROJECT ASSISTANT LEVEL 1.
  • Answered by Sumit Halder
  • Q2. Why did you choose to study mechanical engineering?
  • Q3. Without any reason I chose the mechanical engineering. Only when I enter the class I came to know that mechanical engineering have only boys. I am shocked. And I accept it. And recently they said that mos...
  • Q4. What is 3D? Explain that.
  • Ans. 

    3D refers to three-dimensional, which is a representation of objects or environments that have height, width, and depth.

    • 3D is a term used to describe objects or environments that appear to have depth and dimension.

    • It is a visual representation that adds depth to a flat surface, creating a more realistic and immersive experience.

    • 3D can be achieved through various techniques such as stereoscopy, computer graphics, or hol...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are the different types of brakes?
  • Ans. 

    There are several types of brakes including disc brakes, drum brakes, regenerative brakes, and hydraulic brakes.

    • Disc brakes use calipers to squeeze brake pads against a disc rotor to slow down or stop the vehicle.

    • Drum brakes use brake shoes that press against the inside of a drum to create friction and slow down or stop the vehicle.

    • Regenerative brakes convert the kinetic energy of the vehicle into electrical energy, wh...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What is called engineering drawing?
  • Ans. 

    Engineering drawing is a visual representation of an object or structure, created using technical drawing techniques.

    • Engineering drawing is used to communicate design and manufacturing information.

    • It includes details such as dimensions, materials, and assembly instructions.

    • Common types of engineering drawings include mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings.

    • Engineering drawings are typically created using CAD...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What are the different types of gate valves?
  • Ans. 

    Gate valves are used to control the flow of fluids by opening or closing a gate. There are several types of gate valves.

    • Rising stem gate valve

    • Non-rising stem gate valve

    • Wedge gate valve

    • Parallel gate valve

    • Knife gate valve

    • Slab gate valve

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. What are the two types of cooling towers?
  • Ans. 

    The two types of cooling towers are natural draft cooling towers and mechanical draft cooling towers.

    • Natural draft cooling towers use natural air circulation to cool the water, with no mechanical fans.

    • Mechanical draft cooling towers use mechanical fans to circulate air and cool the water.

    • Examples of natural draft cooling towers include hyperbolic cooling towers, while examples of mechanical draft cooling towers include...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. What are the vital conditions of a perfect gas?
  • Ans. 

    A perfect gas is an idealized model of a gas that meets certain conditions.

    • The gas consists of a large number of tiny particles that are in constant random motion.

    • The particles are assumed to have no volume.

    • The particles do not interact with each other except through perfectly elastic collisions.

    • The gas is assumed to be in a closed container.

    • The temperature, pressure, and volume of the gas are related by the ideal gas ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. The vital conditions of a perfect gas are: It needs to satisfy the state equation. The specific heat should remain constant.
  • Ans. 

    The vital conditions of a perfect gas are state equation and constant specific heat.

    • Perfect gas must satisfy state equation

    • Specific heat should remain constant

    • Examples: Ideal gas, real gas at low pressure and high temperature

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. What do you mean by torque?
  • Ans. 

    Torque is a measure of the twisting force that causes rotation.

    • Torque is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction.

    • It is calculated by multiplying the force applied by the distance from the axis of rotation.

    • Units of torque are typically expressed in Newton-meters (Nm) or pound-feet (lb-ft).

    • Examples of torque include the force applied by a wrench to tighten a bolt or the rotational force of an engin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. Torque is the measure of force needed to rotate an object.
  • Q13. Why is Nitrogen used in welding? Which gases can be used in welding instead of nitrogen?
  • Ans. 

    Nitrogen is used in welding to prevent oxidation and improve weld quality.

    • Nitrogen is an inert gas that does not react with the metal being welded, preventing oxidation and contamination.

    • It creates a protective atmosphere around the weld, reducing the risk of defects and improving the overall quality.

    • Nitrogen can be used in various welding processes such as TIG (tungsten inert gas) and laser welding.

    • Other gases that ca...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q14. What is the mechanical advantage of a double pulley?
  • Ans. 

    The mechanical advantage of a double pulley is the ratio of the output force to the input force.

    • A double pulley has two grooved wheels, allowing a rope or cable to pass through.

    • The mechanical advantage is determined by the number of supporting ropes or cables.

    • With a double pulley, the mechanical advantage is equal to the number of supporting ropes or cables.

    • For example, if there are two supporting ropes, the mechanical...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. What is a universal coupling?
  • Ans. 

    A universal coupling is a mechanical device that connects two rotating shafts allowing them to move in any direction.

    • It is also known as a universal joint or U-joint.

    • It is commonly used in automobiles to connect the drive shaft to the transmission.

    • It allows for the transmission of power between two shafts that are not in a straight line.

    • It consists of a cross-shaped component with four bearings that allow for movement ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q16. A universal coupling is a pair of hinges connected by a cross shaft. The shaft is used to connect two shafts with axes inclined to each other.
  • Q17. What is a disadvantage of supercritical boilers?
  • Ans. 

    One disadvantage of supercritical boilers is their high cost.

    • Supercritical boilers are expensive to manufacture and install.

    • They require high-quality materials to withstand high pressures and temperatures.

    • Maintenance and repair costs for supercritical boilers are also high.

    • Supercritical boilers may have limited flexibility in terms of load changes.

    • They require a longer startup time compared to subcritical boilers.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q18. What type of computer programs does a mechanical engineer use?
  • Ans. 

    Mechanical engineers use various computer programs for design, simulation, and analysis.

    • CAD software for designing and modeling mechanical components and systems

    • Finite element analysis (FEA) software for simulating and analyzing stresses and deformations in mechanical structures

    • Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software for analyzing fluid flow and heat transfer in mechanical systems

    • Programming languages such as MATLA...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q19. A mechanical engineer uses software like SolidWorks, Autodesk AutoCAD, and CATIA

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Lectureship Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 26 Nov 2022

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Wr 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Which of the following is not an adhesion protien?
  • Ans. Laminin was not, out of other options given
  • Answered by Beauty Basumatary
  • Q2. Which of the following is an endgred spicies of Russian Far East
  • Ans. 

    The endgred species of Russian Far East is the Amur leopard.

    • The Amur leopard is a critically endangered species found in the Russian Far East.

    • It is one of the rarest big cats in the world, with a population of less than 100 individuals.

    • The Amur leopard is known for its beautiful coat, which features rosette-shaped spots.

    • Its habitat is primarily in the temperate forests of eastern Russia, near the border with China and ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Council of Scientific and Industrial Research Lectureship interview:
  • Biosynthesis, Plant biology,
  • Cell biology,Gaptitudes
  • Diversity of life forms
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - One should never give up studying important topics. And direct easy questions should never be

Summer Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 27 May 2024

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

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before May 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

GD topic - 70 hours work per week

Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basic aptitude tests

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What drew you to this role?

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