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posted on 16 May 2022

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2021. There were 6 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.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

There were 30 questions asked in the written test - all from basic aptitude, logical reasoning and data interpretation.

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

The GD topic was "Should India import Oil from Russia?"

Round 4 - Guesstimates 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. One of the guesstimate questions asked was "What is the number of daily flights coming to/leaving from New Delhi airport?"
  • Q2. There were a lot of follow-up questions based on the guesstimate.
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. General questions about secondary research
  • Q2. How would create a company profile for competitor analysis?
  • Ans. 

    A company profile for competitor analysis should include key information such as industry, size, revenue, market share, products/services, and strengths/weaknesses.

    • Identify the industry and market the competitor operates in

    • Determine the size of the competitor in terms of revenue, employees, and market share

    • Analyze the competitor's products/services and pricing strategy

    • Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the compet...

  • Answered by AI
Round 6 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell us something about yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Grail Research Analyst interview:
  • Secondary Research
  • Primary Research
  • Case Studies
  • guesstimates
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident. Prepare case studies and guesstimates. Provide a structured approach to every question.

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

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test conducted with normal logical reasoning, verbal ability and quantitative type aptitude problems were asked.

Round 2 - Case Study 

Case study round scheduled with Practice Director:
Started with normal greetings and basic introduction followed by deep dive into the resume and some questions based on what was in my resume. Then started with the case study.
Case : Your client is a totally offline bank ( think of SBI) and wants to undergo a digital transformation (somewhat like HDFC wherein all services are online as well) . How would you create a framework to do so ?

Round 3 - Guesstimates 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Estimate the number of viewers who watched 2024 T20 World Cup.
  • Ans. 

    Estimating the number of viewers for the 2024 T20 World Cup.

    • Consider past viewership trends for T20 World Cup events.

    • Analyze the popularity of cricket in the host country and globally.

    • Take into account the impact of digital streaming platforms on viewership.

    • Factor in potential growth in viewership due to increased interest in T20 cricket.

    • Consult experts in sports broadcasting and market research for insights.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Estimate the number of Gyms in Delhi
  • Ans. 

    Estimating the number of Gyms in Delhi based on population density, urbanization, and market demand.

    • Consider the population density of Delhi

    • Analyze the urbanization level in different areas of Delhi

    • Research on the market demand for fitness centers in Delhi

    • Consult with local authorities or fitness industry experts for insights

    • Use data from online directories or platforms listing Gyms in Delhi

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. It was a cultural fit/HR round taken by the Partner/Managing Partner in the firm. Questions around personality likes/dislikes future goals, MBA aspirations etc were asked

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare case studies thoroughly (Unconventional case studies should be studied as well) and have good knowledge of why you're getting into consulting/advisory role. What it is and how this area of business operates. Be professional and confident apart from that have a good command at your language as it is a client facing position which requires exceptional soft skills.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and detail-oriented analyst with a strong background in data analysis and problem-solving.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Statistics and have completed multiple data analysis projects during my studies.

    • I am proficient in using statistical software such as R and Python for data analysis.

    • I have experience in conducting market research and creating reports to help businesses make informed decisions.

    • I am a q...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why u want to join?
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about analyzing data and providing valuable insights to drive business decisions.

    • Passionate about data analysis

    • Enjoy providing insights to drive decisions

    • Excited about contributing to business success

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me in which subject u have confidence
  • Ans. 

    I have confidence in the subject of data analysis and statistics.

    • I have a strong understanding of statistical methods and data analysis techniques.

    • I am proficient in using software tools like Excel, R, and Python for data analysis.

    • I have experience in conducting hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and data visualization.

    • I have successfully completed projects where I analyzed large datasets and provided actionable

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Random forest tell me
  • Ans. 

    Random forest is an ensemble learning method used for classification and regression tasks.

    • Random forest is a collection of decision trees that are trained on random subsets of the data.

    • Each tree in the random forest independently predicts the target variable, and the final prediction is made by averaging the predictions of all trees.

    • Random forest is known for its high accuracy and ability to handle large datasets with ...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Excel Based questions
  • Q2. On Pivot tables, Vlookup
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Capital markets, mutual funds, statistics basics like mean median mode standard deviation, bonds
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Bonds, capital markets, situation based questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Assignment 

Database questions and email addressing.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - easy interview and prepare for communcation
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Usa geography demograph

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Current experience and business management knowledge
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General Background and your expectations in the role
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How to you analyze the data for a Medical Devices
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Assignment 

Simple assignment testing research abilities

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain past experiences, understanding of ESG
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience analyzing companies' ESG practices and their impact on financial performance.

    • Researched and analyzed ESG data for investment decisions

    • Evaluated companies' sustainability initiatives and their alignment with ESG criteria

    • Participated in ESG ratings assessments and benchmarking

    • Engaged with company management on ESG issues during due diligence processes

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 3 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 

60 questions in 90 minutes( mathematics, quantitative, logical reasoning, english)

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Didn't attend the interiew

Grail Research Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Grail Research Analyst interview?
Grail Research interview process usually has 6 rounds. The most common rounds in the Grail Research interview process are Resume Shortlist, Aptitude Test and Group Discussion.
What are the top questions asked in Grail Research Analyst interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Grail Research Analyst interview -

  1. How would create a company profile for competitor analys...read more
  2. One of the guesstimate questions asked was "What is the number of daily flights...read more
  3. There were a lot of follow-up questions based on the guesstima...read more

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