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Updated 4 Jun 2015

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Interview Questionnaire 

17 Questions

  • Q1. Deadlock avoidance algorithm(Banker's algorithm)
  • Ans. 

    Banker's algorithm is a deadlock avoidance algorithm used in operating systems.

    • It is used to avoid deadlock in a multi-process system.

    • It works by checking if a request for resources will leave the system in a safe state.

    • It uses a matrix to represent the current state of the system and the maximum resources each process can request.

    • If the request can be granted without leaving the system in an unsafe state, it is grante...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Page Replacement Algorithm
  • Ans. 

    Page Replacement Algorithm is used to decide which page to remove from memory when new page is to be loaded.

    • It is used in operating systems to manage memory.

    • It is based on the principle of locality of reference.

    • Examples include FIFO, LRU, Optimal, etc.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Discussion on Coding Ques of written test
  • Q4. Some DBMS Ques and SQL Queries
  • Q5. Compiler Stages to execute the c program, symbol table
  • Ans. 

    Compiler stages include preprocessing, compilation, assembly, and linking. Symbol table stores information about identifiers.

    • Preprocessing stage handles directives like #include and #define

    • Compilation stage translates source code to assembly language

    • Assembly stage converts assembly code to machine code

    • Linking stage combines object files and libraries into an executable

    • Symbol table stores information about identifiers l

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Iscussion on how a program executes(how it loads in main memory, os page hit and miss concepts, Compiler preprocessing loading and linking)
  • Q7. Discussion on College Projects
  • Q8. Intersection on two list in java
  • Ans. 

    Intersection of two lists in Java

    • Convert lists to sets and use retainAll() method

    • Iterate through one list and check if element is present in other list

    • Use Java 8 streams and filter() method

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Why do you want to join DE Shaw?
  • Ans. 

    I am excited about the challenging work culture and the opportunity to learn and grow at DE Shaw.

    • DE Shaw has a reputation for being a leader in the finance industry

    • I am impressed by the company's commitment to innovation and technology

    • I believe DE Shaw's collaborative work environment will allow me to learn from and work with some of the best minds in the industry

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Some Puzzles(water jug problem)
  • Q11. Inorder traversal of tree
  • Ans. 

    Inorder traversal is a way of visiting each node in a binary tree in a specific order.

    • Start at the leftmost node and traverse the left subtree recursively.

    • Visit the current node.

    • Traverse the right subtree recursively.

    • Repeat until all nodes have been visited.

    • Inorder traversal is commonly used to print the nodes of a binary search tree in sorted order.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. Some questions on oop's concepts
  • Q13. Join in DBMS
  • Q14. Static and Dynamic loading
  • Q15. Difference between Calloc and malloc
  • Ans. 

    Calloc initializes memory with zero while malloc does not.

    • Calloc allocates memory and initializes it with zero

    • Malloc allocates memory but does not initialize it

    • Calloc is useful for allocating memory for arrays

    • Malloc is useful for allocating memory for single variables

  • Answered by AI
  • Q16. Allocation of memory on Heap and stack
  • Ans. 

    Heap and stack are two memory allocation areas in a program.

    • Heap is used for dynamic memory allocation and is managed by the programmer.

    • Stack is used for static memory allocation and is managed by the system.

    • Heap memory is allocated using 'new' keyword in C++ and 'malloc' function in C.

    • Stack memory is allocated automatically for local variables and function calls.

    • Heap memory is not automatically deallocated and can cau...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q17. Compile time and Run time polymorphism

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: 20 Questions (20 mins)
Duration: 20 minutes
Total Questions: 20

Round: Test
Experience: 20 Questions (20 mins) : C, C++, JAVA , DBMS and OS
Duration: 20 minutes
Total Questions: 20

Round: Test
Experience: Coding Test - 1 Question(20 mins) : careercup.com will help you better than me.:)
Duration: 20 minutes
Total Questions: 1

College Name: NA

Skills evaluated in this interview

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I was interviewed in Sep 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

9 Questions

  • Q1. How does Internet work?
  • Ans. 

    The Internet is a global network of computers that communicate with each other using standardized protocols.

    • The Internet is made up of millions of interconnected devices, including computers, servers, routers, and switches.

    • Data is transmitted over the Internet in the form of packets, which are small units of information.

    • The Internet uses a set of protocols, such as TCP/IP, to ensure reliable and efficient communication...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between http and https?
  • Ans. 

    HTTP is unsecured while HTTPS is secured with SSL/TLS encryption.

    • HTTP stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, while HTTPS stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure.

    • HTTP operates on port 80, while HTTPS operates on port 443.

    • HTTP data is transmitted in plain text, while HTTPS data is encrypted using SSL/TLS.

    • HTTPS provides authentication, integrity, and confidentiality of data exchanged between a client and a server.

    • W...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is white and black box testing?
  • Ans. 

    White box testing is a method of testing where the internal structure and implementation details of the software are known and tested. Black box testing is a method of testing where the internal structure and implementation details of the software are unknown and only the inputs and outputs are tested.

    • White box testing is also known as clear box testing, glass box testing, or structural testing.

    • It focuses on testing th...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Write the code to print the pattern that was provided?
  • Ans. 

    Print a pattern using code

    • Use nested loops to iterate through rows and columns

    • Use string concatenation to build each row of the pattern

    • Print each row to display the pattern

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Merge two arrays without using a third array.
  • Ans. 

    Merge two arrays without using a third array.

    • Use the concat() method to merge the arrays.

    • Alternatively, you can use the push() method to add elements from one array to another.

    • Remember to handle the case where the arrays have different lengths.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Three ants are at the corner of the triangle. Find the probability that they will never meet.
  • Ans. 

    The probability that three ants at the corner of a triangle will never meet.

    • The ants can move randomly in any direction.

    • The probability depends on the shape and size of the triangle.

    • The probability can be calculated using geometric probability or simulation.

    • Assumptions need to be made about the ants' movement patterns.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Basic Introduction.
  • Q8. Tell me the times you have regreted your decisions and how did you cope up with it.
  • Ans. 

    I have regretted decisions in the past but learned from them to make better choices in the future.

    • Regretted not studying enough for a crucial exam, leading to a lower grade. Learned to prioritize studying and time management.

    • Regretted not speaking up in a meeting when I had a valuable idea. Learned to be more assertive and confident in sharing my thoughts.

    • Regretted not taking a job opportunity that could have advanced ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Tell me about yor family , hobbies and any event that made you and your family feel proud.
  • Ans. 

    I come from a close-knit family with a passion for outdoor activities. We recently celebrated my brother's graduation, which was a proud moment for all of us.

    • Family: Close-knit and supportive

    • Hobbies: Outdoor activities like hiking and camping

    • Proud moment: Brother's graduation ceremony

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: They basically are testing your reflexes and how quick you are at understanding a problem and arriving at a solution.
Tips: For greater accuracy attempt lesser questions ensuring each of the attemped one's are correct.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 50

Round: Technical Interview
Tips: Just be thorough with basic concepts of programming and be yourself.

Round: HR Interview
Tips: Relax and be cool. Don't answer just for the sake of answering it.

Skills: Basic C/C++, implementing , networks
College Name: Thapar University, Patiala

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed before Jun 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Ratios
  • Q2. Securitization
  • Q3. Expected package
  • Q4. Preferred location
  • Ans. 

    I prefer to work in a location that offers a vibrant and diverse community, with access to cultural events and opportunities for personal growth.

    • I value a location that has a strong sense of community and offers a variety of cultural activities.

    • Access to educational and personal growth opportunities is important to me.

    • I am open to considering different locations that meet these criteria.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Financial aspects were covered in this round
Tips: Polish your technical skills

Round: Test
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 20

College Name: Amity School Of Engineering And Technology, Noida

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Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Questions on databases
  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I have the analytical skills, experience, and passion to excel in this role.

    • I have a strong background in data analysis and interpretation

    • I have experience in using various analytical tools and techniques

    • I am detail-oriented and have a proven track record of delivering accurate and insightful analysis

    • I am a quick learner and can adapt to new challenges and environments easily

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Duration: 1 hour

Skills: Computer Science
College Name: Thapar University, Patiala

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: If your have CGPA >7 and AIEEE rank is good then you will be shortlisted .

Round: Test
Experience: Test was similar to CAT there were 3 sections qunat, logical reasoning and verbal ...question were easy ...test was hosted at cocubes .
Tips: Don't try to open other tab during test because that will be recorded.
Duration: don't remember minute

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Interviewer was very straight forward, he ask many question and puzzles. One puzzle he asked was ... You have 2 rats and 4 glass. ..in each glass you have some liquid which is taste less, smell less cl,colorless ...but one glass contains poision... We are allowed to use rats only once and at the same time ...identity the poisened glass.
He also asked candel and bridge puzzle and sone question about me like why do you want to join our conpany, tell m le something about yourself etc

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Interviewer asked 3 questions
1) you have 3 glasses each contain 1 balls of different color .. You have to identify which galss has which color ball .
I answered several time and he make changes every time. ..
1 coding question and 1sql query. I answered all the questions correctly

College Name: NIT Delhi

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: An online test covering Quant, logical reasoning, DI and coding lasting for 1-1.30 hr. It also included essays on yourself

Round: Interview
Experience: Skype Interview of around 30-45 minInterview:Interview will consists of HR questions, project details and case studies.HR will be a standard affair and they will quiz you on BTP and internshipsOne of the last year case study was on ‟Amount of petrol used by Autos in Chennai‟.Other one was „calculate average salary of people in a room, who are not supposed tospeak about the salary‟.
Tips: Solve puzzles, quant and logical reasoning questions

College Name: IIT Madras

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What was your GRE score?
  • Ans. 

    I did not take the GRE exam.

    • I did not apply for a program that required GRE scores.

    • My focus was on gaining practical experience through internships and projects.

    • I have excelled in my academic and professional pursuits without a GRE score.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How was CAT?
  • Ans. 

    CAT was challenging but I managed to do well.

    • CAT was a difficult exam but I prepared well for it.

    • I had to manage my time effectively during the exam.

    • I am confident that I did well in the exam.

    • The exam tested my analytical and problem-solving skills.

    • Overall, I am satisfied with my performance in CAT.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Convince me that you won't go for higher studies?
  • Ans. 

    I am committed to gaining practical experience and contributing to the growth of the company.

    • I believe that practical experience is just as valuable as academic knowledge

    • I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the company

    • I am committed to continuously learning and improving my skills through on-the-job training and professional development programs

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Project-related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: CPI cut-off was 8.0 and I easily cleared as I had a CPI of 9.4

Round: Test
Experience: Questions included:
1. Basic programming questions (to find output, basic SQL, java, C)
2. Basic stats questions (mean, median, mode)
3. Two essay questions (one was 'Why Axtria?').

Round: Other Interview
Experience: This was a skype interview conducted by IITK alum. By this time, I had enough experience of giving interviews so HR was well prepared. I didn't took GRE, so I said that. I didn't opted for CAT either as I didn't wanted to go for MBA. He said we are convinced with your quantitative and writing skills through test, just convince me that you won't go for higher studies-I justified, since I didn’t enabled the video feature so couldn’t know whether he was convinced or not. projects. My Interview was about to end, but I asked him some question and he started describing the work at Axtria and finally asked me to solve a case study.

General Tips: 1. Prepare HR well and before the actual Interview, give at least 2-3 dummy interviews.
2. Go through company website carefully; and prepare 2-3 good questions to ask in the end.
College Name: IIT KANPUR

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What is your area of interest?
  • Ans. 

    My area of interest is artificial intelligence and machine learning.

    • I am fascinated by the potential of AI and ML to revolutionize various industries.

    • I enjoy exploring the latest advancements in deep learning and natural language processing.

    • I am particularly interested in the ethical implications of AI and the need for responsible development.

    • Some of my favorite examples of AI in action include self-driving cars, virtu

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the other companies you have applied for and how many rounds did you clear?
  • Ans. 

    I have applied to a few companies, but I prefer not to disclose the names. I have cleared multiple rounds in each of them.

    • I have applied to a few companies, but I prefer not to disclose the names.

    • I have cleared multiple rounds in each of them.

    • I believe that each company has its own unique hiring process and requirements.

    • I am confident in my abilities and qualifications, and I am open to exploring opportunities with any

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain transportation problem.
  • Ans. 

    Transportation problem is a linear programming problem that deals with minimizing the cost of transporting goods from sources to destinations.

    • It involves determining the optimal way to transport goods from sources to destinations

    • It considers factors such as cost, capacity, and demand

    • It can be solved using various methods such as the North-West Corner Method, Least Cost Method, and Vogel's Approximation Method

    • Example: A...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How will you solve a trans-shipment problem in excel solver software?
  • Ans. 

    Trans-shipment problem can be solved in Excel Solver by setting up a linear programming model.

    • Define decision variables for the amount of goods to be shipped between each pair of locations.

    • Set up constraints to ensure that the supply and demand at each location are met.

    • Add constraints to limit the amount of goods that can be shipped through intermediate locations.

    • Define the objective function to minimize the total cost...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: It was an “open to all branches” company. Around 70 students were shortlisted based on resume. Shortlisting was mainly on CGPA basis and on an average 5 top students were shortlisted from each branch.

Round: Test
Experience: The written test was on logical reasoning, verbal ability and quantitative aptitude. The test comprised of 2 sections. 1st section comprised of 3 HR questions:
Why do you want to join this company?
Tell us about yourself.
Describe a situation where you displayed leadership skills.
These 3 questions were to be typed in 150-200 words each in total of 20 min. 2nd section started immediately after this. 25 minutes, 35 multiple choice questions consisting of questions from various sections including 10 coding based questions.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 38

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Interview was through a video call on Skype. The interview started with the basic HR question and then the interviewer asked about my area of interest. He asked 2 questions from that field and then asked one guesstimate question
The last question was related to what do I understand about data analysis.
Other candidates were asked some puzzles and several other HR questions as well.
My area of interest was Operations Research. So he asked me some technical questions as well.

College Name: IIT ROORKEE

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Shortlisting based on AIEEE RANK and cgpa
Experience: they shortlisted 150 people based on the aieee rank and cgpa .

Round: Test
Experience: the test was on cocubes.com
Tips: do attempt each section to clear cutoff

College Name: MANIT,bhopal

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. A nimbu paani wala spends all of his daily income on his daily expenditure except only as much as would enable him to conduct equal business on the next day. He now wants to aim at starting to save for the...
  • Ans. 

    Advise the nimbu paani wala on how to start saving for the future.

    • Encourage him to set a savings goal and create a budget to achieve it.

    • Suggest he start small by saving a small percentage of his daily income.

    • Recommend he explore investment options to grow his savings over time.

    • Remind him to continue setting aside enough money for his daily expenses.

    • Provide resources or education on financial literacy to help him make i

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. An IT sector multinational wants to expand its business into more countries. Suggest a strategy. This was the question given in the VC round by the Partner. It was followed by a lot of numerical and qualit...
  • Ans. 

    To expand into more countries, the IT sector multinational can adopt a market entry strategy that includes market research, partnerships, localization, and scalability.

    • Conduct thorough market research to identify potential countries for expansion

    • Establish strategic partnerships with local companies to leverage their knowledge and networks

    • Adapt products and services to meet the specific needs and preferences of each tar...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. An IT sector company wants to increase the number of BPOs in India. Devise a metric that will help it rank cities according to their favourability to host this BPO
  • Ans. 

    A metric to rank Indian cities for BPOs

    • Consider factors like availability of skilled workforce, infrastructure, cost of living, and government policies

    • Weight each factor based on its importance to the company

    • Collect data on each factor for different cities and assign scores

    • Rank cities based on their total score

    • Examples of factors: number of universities, quality of transportation, cost of office space, tax incentives

    • Re...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. The supply chain head in an auto company in India is frustrated about manufacturing stopping frequently because of parts not being readily available at the assembly line and comes to you for help. What cou...
  • Ans. 

    The probable reasons for manufacturing stoppages due to parts unavailability in an auto company in India and suggested solutions.

    • Probable reasons: supply chain disruptions, inventory management issues, quality control problems, lack of communication with suppliers

    • Investigate by analyzing historical data, conducting supplier audits, implementing real-time tracking systems

    • Solutions: improve forecasting accuracy, establis...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How many airplanes are flying in the Indian sky at the moment?
  • Ans. 

    The exact number of airplanes flying in the Indian sky at the moment is not available.

    • The number of airplanes flying in the Indian sky changes constantly.

    • It depends on factors such as time of day, weather conditions, and airline schedules.

    • However, on average, there are around 2,000 flights in the Indian airspace at any given time.

    • This number includes both domestic and international flights.

    • The Indian aviation industry ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. How many years will it take the Delhi Metro to break even?
  • Ans. 

    The Delhi Metro is expected to break even in 2025.

    • The Delhi Metro has been expanding rapidly and has seen a steady increase in ridership.

    • The metro has been able to generate revenue through advertising and property development.

    • The government has also provided financial support to the metro.

    • Based on current projections, the Delhi Metro is expected to break even in 2025.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Why not MBA?
  • Q8. Interview-4

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: The interviewer also said: "It seems like you are more interested in finance and BCG is only the second option. We don’t like being the second option." All these questions required some delicate handling.

Round: Interview
Experience: This was a sort of stress interview because the interviewer seemed disinterested and dissatisfied with everything i said and kept on demanding for more while impressing that whatever I am coming up with was really of no significance.
Tips: What worked in my favor was I dint get flustered by his attitude, kept smiling and working at the problem objectively. When I would come to the end of one line of thinking and would have no more answers to his “What next” I would frankly tell him that and ask him in return for more suggestions. It resulted in him complimenting my way of thinking at the end and saying that I was one of the best and most practical candidates that he had interviewed that day.

Round: Interview
Experience: 1. Both the above questions were the part of one interview.
2. The interviewer didn't want me to solve the case fully in either instance. He just wanted to see my structure and evaluate my thinking process.

Round: Interview
Experience: Almost all my interviews went well with BCG except the last VC one, because by then I was complete drained out and could hardly think. I also did some minor silly mistakes in a couple of the smaller cases while dealing with numbers, but otherwise everyone seemed to appreciate my structuring of the cases. Some of the interviewers also delved into the HR side frequently.

College Name: IIT KANPUR
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