Ernst & Young CA Article Interview Questions and Answers

Round: Test
Experience: It was a fairly easy test based on Logical Reasoning,Basic Mathematics and General Questions on Accounting.
Tips: A little brush up on the above mentioned areas a few days before the interview should suffice.
Duration: 60 minutes minutes

Round: HR Interview
Experience: They had come on campus only for Audit.Basic Questions about yourself,your family and the reason for doing CA/choosing E&Y over others was asked.It might get overwhelming for a few when they grill you in detail about everything.They asked me about my preference of area(Service sector/Manufacturing/Financial services) in Audit.When I said that I had no such preference and I did not have much idea regarding the same,she explained about all the three.Nothing much technical here,more general.
Tips: Smile,Be Confident(Not Overconfident!) about what you're speaking irrespective of the fact of whether or not you know the right answer.State clearly your preferences and conditions(if any) regarding travel restrictions because you will not be allowed to back out once you opt for it.Clear all your doubts regarding the scope of work,remuneration(though not suggested) with the HR team itself.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I chose the Service sector(as I was told it's more suited for girls as it did not involve much field work).This was the toughest part among all, if I had to choose among the three.Your concepts must be clear about the area that you choose(TAX/AUDIT). The first thing that they ask you is why Audit.Then she gave different case studies testing my knowledge in Accounting Standards.She also asked me a few questions on The Companies Act 2013.
Tips: Make sure that you are clear with all the AS, SAs and Company Law.Be ready for twisted questions- some might even be out of our syllabus. In such case, politely inform the interviewer that you do not know the answer. Do not try to be over smart as most of them are highly qualified and Experienced CAs. In case you have particular doubts regarding that sector(in my example,Services), clear it with them.

General Tips: Be ready to travel a LOT if you choose to be in Audit.
The daily timings(specially the "out" of the office timings) are not fixed and may extending till late night.
Saturdays are officially off but you may be asked to come if there's work.
Skill Tips: Make sure you brush up with all the Accounting Standards,Standards on Auditing and Company Law(as much as possible).Go through a few case studies on all the three in case they decide to twist and ask you the questions.
Skills: Company Law, Auditing, Accounting
College Name: HR College of Commerce and Economics
Motivation: It's a "BIG 4".The tag itself is quite motivating but the main reason behind me applying for the same was to experience what an interview would be like and to get a few doubts cleared about how they actually work and expect us to work on first hand basis before zeroing in on whether I should join a BIG 4 or a mid size CA firm.