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Updated 18 Oct 2023

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2 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Case study based on company

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Details about articleship and oil and gas industry

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be updated on Oil and gas industry terminologies

I applied via Newspaper Ad and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Share details of your previous job.
  • Ans. 

    I worked as an Accounts Officer at XYZ Company.

    • Managed financial transactions and records

    • Prepared financial statements and reports

    • Handled accounts payable and receivable

    • Assisted in budgeting and forecasting

    • Performed bank reconciliations

    • Collaborated with auditors during financial audits

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Ans. 

    Looking for new challenges and growth opportunities.

    • Seeking a more challenging role to enhance my skills and knowledge.

    • Interested in exploring new industries and gaining diverse experience.

    • Looking for better career prospects and growth opportunities.

    • Want to work in a more dynamic and innovative environment.

    • Seeking a change to broaden my professional network and learn from new colleagues.

    • Desire to contribute to a compan

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to work under pressure. My weaknesses include being overly critical of my own work and sometimes struggling with delegation.

    • Strength: Attention to detail - I have a keen eye for spotting errors and discrepancies in financial records.

    • Strength: Strong analytical skills - I am able to analyze financial data and identify trends and patterns.

    • Str...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am an experienced Accounts Officer with a strong background in financial management and analysis.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance.

    • I have worked for 5 years in a multinational company, handling various financial tasks such as budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

    • I am proficient in using accounting software like QuickBooks and Excel.

    • I have a keen eye for detail and excellent analytical sk...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The recruitment process took ages to complete due to covid. 50% weightage for CA final marks and 50% weightage for interview. due to covid, group task wasnt conducted. it was virtual interview. no single technical question. the questions were based on our resume/application. all attitude/behavioural questions like strengths/weakness/hobbies etc, but not straightforward questions. they twist the question and ask. however, the working environment is very bad. if you expect the less workload and believe a myth that you will have some work life balance in PSU, then HPCL is definitely not your choice.

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
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Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Avout iocl entire discussion
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in May 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

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Round 3 - Assignment 

The transfer of an individual's rights or property to another person or business. This concept exists in a variety of business transactions and is often spelled out contractually.
In trading, assignment occurs when an option contract is exercised. The owner of the contract exercises the contract and assigns the option writer to an obligation to complete the requirements of the contract.
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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 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
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Round 1 - Case Study 

The case study in handling for resale value of business operation on teamwork skills stimuli me know when you skills

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Group discussion topics for leading to the team and situations skills stimuli and situations skills stimuli me know if you are need to be careful
Interview experience
5
Excellent
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.
View all tips
Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce the native city
  • Ans. 

    My native city is a bustling metropolis with a rich cultural heritage.

    • The city is known for its historic landmarks such as the ancient fort and the grand mosque.

    • It is also famous for its street food, especially the spicy chaat and kebabs.

    • The city has a vibrant nightlife with numerous bars and clubs.

    • The local language is widely spoken, but English is also commonly used.

    • The city has a diverse population with people from ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Introducing the self
  • Q3. What is my strength ans weeness and short term and lobg trem goal how can help my family
  • Ans. 

    My strength is attention to detail and weakness is public speaking. My short term goal is to complete a professional certification and long term goal is to start my own business to support my family.

    • Strength: attention to detail

    • Weakness: public speaking

    • Short term goal: complete professional certification

    • Long term goal: start own business to support family

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2023. There were 7 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Accounts and taxation

Round 2 - Assignment 

Accounts. department account

Round 3 - Assignment 

Treding account profit and loss account balance sheet

Round 4 - HR 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. Accounts and taxation
  • Ans. 

    3 types of accounts 1) personal a/c 2) real a/c 3) nominal a/c 1)personal a/c dedit the receiver or credit the giver 2)real a/c debit what comea in or credit what goes your 3)nominal a/c debit all expenses and losses or credit the incomes and gains

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  • Q2. Accounts and taxation
  • Ans. 

    rebate under sectionn 87 12500 maximun limit deduction u/s 80g donation interest on savings a/c 10000 maximum limit 10 or 15 % surch charge 4 % cess, 1% health ,3 % education

  • Answered by Halaswami y.k
  • Q3. Audit appointment of auditor
  • Ans. 

    Audit appointment of auditor involves selecting a qualified individual or firm to review financial records and ensure compliance with regulations.

    • The audit appointment process typically involves issuing a request for proposal (RFP) to potential auditors.

    • Criteria for selecting an auditor may include qualifications, experience, reputation, and cost.

    • The audit committee or board of directors is usually responsible for appr...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Qualification of director
  • Q5. Gst quarterly return monthly payment
  • Ans. 

    2 types of gst dealer 1) regular 2) composition dealer 1)regular he file gst monthly is clain input fax credit 2)composition dealer he is not file monthly gst return he file quartarly return mothly mayment he tay 1% of on his turnover of tax he is not claim input tax credit

  • Answered by Halaswami y.k
  • Q6. Types if gst dealers
  • Ans. 

    Types of GST dealers include regular dealers, composition dealers, and input service distributors.

    • Regular dealers are businesses that are registered under GST and are required to file regular tax returns.

    • Composition dealers are small businesses with turnover below a certain threshold who can opt for a simplified tax scheme.

    • Input service distributors are businesses that receive input services and distribute the credit o...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Promoters directors
Round 5 - Assignment 

Gross profit profit and loss account balance sheet

Round 6 - Aptitude Test 

Accounts and taxation

Round 7 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Hotel management
  • Q2. Form 16 employees
  • Q3. Audit objectives
  • Q4. Bills payable and receivable
  • Q5. Tally practical knowledge
  • Q6. Accounts and taxation

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Aug 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. How to start company
  • Ans. 

    Starting a company involves thorough planning, research, and legal procedures.

    • Conduct market research to identify potential customers and competitors

    • Develop a business plan outlining goals, strategies, and financial projections

    • Choose a legal structure and register the company with the appropriate authorities

    • Secure funding through loans, investors, or personal savings

    • Hire employees and establish company policies and pro...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. This company very good

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This company is very good that y i am apply
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There were 8 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

My aptitude good skil anad all

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Computare proggraming are coding his the composition of

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Group diacussion is a comprehensive technique tho judge the suitability of an indivedual and his

Appropriateness for admission scholarship

Round 4 - Assignment 

Ani ssignment is a task that someone inka authority has asked you tho do

Round 5 - Case Study 

As case study is an apropriater reasach disign when reaseach disign when you want to gain conc

Round 6 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Human resoureces is the division of a business responsible
Round 7 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Words thet have specific meanings in infromtional texts
  • Ans. 

    Technical terms used in informational texts

    • Jargon: specialized vocabulary used in a particular field

    • Acronyms: abbreviations formed from the initial letters of other words

    • Terminology: specific words or phrases used in a particular subject or activity

    • Definitions: explanations of the meaning of a word or phrase

    • Glossary: a list of terms and their definitions found in a book or document

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  • Q2. Sepecific meanings refers to exact precise fact
Round 8 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interview thet are in person and occur between one interviewer and interviewee

Hindustan Petroleum Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Hindustan Petroleum Accounts Officer interview?
Hindustan Petroleum interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Hindustan Petroleum interview process are HR, Resume Shortlist and Group Discussion.

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