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HDFC Bank Credit Manager Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 26 May 2025

23 Interview questions

A Credit Manager was asked 7mo ago
Q. What is the difference between fund-based and non-fund-based lending?
Ans. 

Fund based lending involves actual transfer of funds to borrower, while non fund based lending involves guarantee or letter of credit.

  • Fund based lending involves direct transfer of funds to borrower for use, such as term loans or working capital loans

  • Non fund based lending involves providing guarantee or letter of credit to borrower without actual transfer of funds

  • Examples of fund based lending include cash credit...

A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What is your understanding of DSCR?
Ans. 

DSCR stands for Debt Service Coverage Ratio, which is a financial ratio that measures a company's ability to pay its debts.

  • DSCR is calculated by dividing a company's operating income by its total debt service obligations.

  • A DSCR of 1 or higher indicates that a company is generating enough income to cover its debt payments.

  • A DSCR below 1 means that a company may have difficulty meeting its debt obligations.

  • Lenders o...

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A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What points should be checked in a CIBIL report?
Ans. 

Points to check in CIBIL report include credit score, payment history, credit utilization, and credit inquiries.

  • Credit score: Check if the score is within the acceptable range.

  • Payment history: Ensure all payments are made on time and there are no defaults.

  • Credit utilization: Verify the percentage of credit limit being used.

  • Credit inquiries: Check for any recent inquiries which may impact the credit score.

A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What are the check points for assessing a loan proposal?
Ans. 

Check points for assessing loan proposals include financial stability, credit history, repayment capacity, collateral, and purpose of the loan.

  • Financial stability of the borrower

  • Credit history of the borrower

  • Repayment capacity of the borrower

  • Collateral provided by the borrower

  • Purpose of the loan

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SWITCHING FROM RETAIL BRANCH BANKING TO KYC AML.
I'm working in a reputed private sector bank for 2.4 years. Previously I had worked on a different private bank for 5years in retail branch banking. In this 7.4 years I have gathered both operational and sales experience. My current cycle is about 6.75 LPA. Now I want to change from retail to KYC AML. I found it to be more authentic and where I can use my knowledge. All I have learned and gathered knowledge about banking, kyc, aml, customer handling, operations. But now all it comes down to is sales ,sales and sales. I don't know what I am doing.I don't want to do it any more. Frustrated about the daily sales . KYC AML is something I'm trying to get into.I'm taking preparations on it also. Studying Kyc process ,CIP, CDD,EDD, Transaction monitoring, screening, sanctions,OFAC, FATF, BASELnorms etc. But I don't know how to go about it in the job market. What type of questions will be asked? Will they even look into my CV? Interview rounds? Expected salary Any one out there plz help.
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A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What are the 5 C's of credit?
Ans. 

The 5 C's of credit are character, capacity, capital, collateral, and conditions, used by lenders to evaluate a borrower's creditworthiness.

  • Character: Refers to the borrower's reputation and credit history.

  • Capacity: Refers to the borrower's ability to repay the loan based on income and existing debts.

  • Capital: Refers to the borrower's assets and net worth.

  • Collateral: Refers to assets that can be used as security fo...

A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What ratios will you check before granting a loan to a company?
Ans. 

I will check liquidity, profitability, and solvency ratios before granting a loan to a company.

  • Liquidity ratios such as current ratio and quick ratio to ensure the company has enough short-term assets to cover its liabilities

  • Profitability ratios such as return on assets and return on equity to assess the company's ability to generate profits

  • Solvency ratios such as debt-to-equity ratio and interest coverage ratio t...

A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What is risk and how do you define it?
Ans. 

Risk is the potential for loss or harm resulting from an action or decision.

  • Risk is the likelihood of an event occurring and the impact it will have.

  • It involves identifying potential hazards and assessing their likelihood and impact.

  • Examples of risks include financial risks, operational risks, and reputational risks.

  • Risk management involves taking steps to mitigate or avoid risks.

  • Effective risk management can help...

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A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What is a Bank Guarantee?
Ans. 

A Bank Guarantee is a promise from a bank to pay a specified amount if the beneficiary fails to fulfill their obligations.

  • It is a type of financial instrument used to secure payment in international trade

  • It is often used in construction projects to ensure completion of the project

  • The bank issuing the guarantee is liable to pay the beneficiary if the terms of the guarantee are not met

  • It is commonly used in import/e...

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A Credit Manager was asked
Q. What is the current ratio?
Ans. 

Current ratio is a financial ratio that measures a company's ability to pay its short-term liabilities with its short-term assets.

  • Current ratio is calculated by dividing current assets by current liabilities.

  • A ratio of 2:1 is considered healthy, indicating that the company has twice as many current assets as current liabilities.

  • A ratio below 1:1 indicates that the company may have difficulty paying its short-term ...

A Credit Manager was asked
Q. Tell us about debtor days.
Ans. 

Debtor days refer to the average number of days it takes for a company to receive payment from its customers.

  • It is a measure of a company's accounts receivable efficiency

  • Calculated by dividing accounts receivable by average daily sales

  • A lower debtor days ratio indicates better cash flow management

  • Example: If a company has $100,000 in accounts receivable and its average daily sales are $10,000, its debtor days woul...

HDFC Bank Credit Manager Interview Experiences

53 interviews found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Assessment,................

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About yourself, why this Job
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Ratio , agri msp , cibil
  • Q2. Ratio and agri related q

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Never join who are seeking growth

Credit Manager Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 13 Feb 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About company and related to work
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Ratio analysis and cash flow analysis
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Itr articleship exp genearal interview

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - ok
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Where do you see in 5 years
  • Ans. 

    In five years, I envision myself as a senior credit manager, leading a team and driving strategic initiatives to enhance credit processes.

    • Advancing to a senior credit manager role, overseeing a larger team and more complex portfolios.

    • Implementing innovative credit assessment tools to improve efficiency and accuracy, similar to how AI is transforming the industry.

    • Developing training programs for junior credit analysts t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. I see myself as core part of a team
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About experience and banking releated
  • Q2. Rations for credit analysis
  • Ans. 

    Ratios used in credit analysis

    • Liquidity ratios: current ratio, quick ratio

    • Profitability ratios: return on assets, return on equity

    • Debt ratios: debt-to-equity ratio, debt service coverage ratio

    • Efficiency ratios: inventory turnover, accounts receivable turnover

    • Examples of industry-specific ratios: net interest margin for banks, occupancy rate for hotels

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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 was an aptitude test after screening round of resume

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Then they were 10 of a group for GD round

Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They ask about your self about exp and technical round
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Previous experinec and work profile
  • Ans. 

    Experienced Credit Manager with a strong background in risk assessment, credit analysis, and financial reporting.

    • Managed a portfolio of over 200 clients, ensuring timely payments and minimizing defaults.

    • Conducted thorough credit assessments using financial statements and credit reports to evaluate risk.

    • Implemented a new credit scoring model that reduced approval times by 30%.

    • Collaborated with sales and finance teams to...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Overall experince is nice , good pleace to work
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2022. 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 - Group Discussion 

Financial Management, Crediworhness of the borrower, Financial Analysis,deep understanding of the secured and unsecured loan

Round 3 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Negotiation of CTC , about the job profile , what is your CTC expectation? Do you have the following list of documents for the further process?
  • Q2. Negotiation of CTC , about the job profile , Do you have the following list of documents for the further process?
  • Q3. What is your CTC expectation?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Required Financial knowledge, assesment of borrower requerment, deep knowledge of underrating loan process, swot analysis knowledge, industry knowledge required as per business segment

HDFC Bank Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in HDFC Bank Credit Manager interview?
HDFC Bank interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the HDFC Bank interview process are Resume Shortlist, One-on-one Round and HR.
How to prepare for HDFC Bank Credit Manager interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at HDFC Bank. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at HDFC Bank expect are Credit Management, Credit Underwriting, Credit Appraisal, Credit Analysis and Working Capital.
What are the top questions asked in HDFC Bank Credit Manager interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the HDFC Bank Credit Manager interview -

  1. If a client comes to take a loan & he haven't got any type of documents with hi...read more
  2. A client comes & he wants a big loan to fund his long-term project, what kind o...read more
  3. What kind of information/documents you will check before senction of lo...read more
How long is the HDFC Bank Credit Manager interview process?

The duration of HDFC Bank Credit Manager interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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Overall Interview Experience Rating

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based on 53 interview experiences

Difficulty level

Easy 32%
Moderate 57%
Hard 11%

Duration

Less than 2 weeks 63%
2-4 weeks 22%
4-6 weeks 4%
6-8 weeks 11%
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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹12.9 L/yr
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