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Updated 25 May 2023

Hindustan Petroleum Apprentice Trainee Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 2 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 - HR 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. About your self?
  • Q2. Are you comfortable with office work? I am b tech students (cse) so mujhse pucha it ko chhod kar tum yha kyo ana chahti ho?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am comfortable with office work as it aligns with my career goals and I have experience in it.

    • I have completed internships in office settings and have experience with tasks such as data entry and report writing.

    • I understand the importance of office work in achieving organizational goals and am willing to contribute my skills to the team.

    • I am also open to learning new software and tools that may be required for t

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Last year project?
  • Ans. 

    Developed a web-based inventory management system for a retail store.

    • Used PHP and MySQL for backend development.

    • Implemented a user-friendly interface using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

    • Incorporated barcode scanning functionality for efficient inventory tracking.

    • Conducted thorough testing and debugging to ensure system reliability.

    • Received positive feedback from the client and increased their sales by 20%.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Study background?
  • Q5. About HPCL company?
  • Q6. Kya bnati h ye company?
  • Q7. Product of HPCL?
  • Ans. 

    HPCL produces petroleum products for various industries and consumers.

    • HPCL produces a range of petroleum products including petrol, diesel, LPG, aviation fuel, lubricants, and bitumen.

    • These products are used by various industries such as transportation, aviation, power, and manufacturing, as well as by individual consumers.

    • HPCL also produces specialty products such as jute batching oil, transformer oil, and marine fuel...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Jab bhi ap answer de to ase de khud ki life per depend na ki kahi se dekh kar ya sun kar ya questions rat kar .

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Sep 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 - Assignment 

Weekly report submitted to the reporting officer.

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

This should be show how you freely communicate eachother

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Can u display me a great 👍 job. it does I will really appreciate it.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Analysis , graph , dp , recursion

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Array, string, graph

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Instrumentation
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

My GD topic was renewable energy.

Round 2 - HR 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a Senior Engineer with 10+ years of experience in designing and implementing complex systems.

    • 10+ years of experience in engineering

    • Specialize in designing and implementing complex systems

    • Strong problem-solving skills

    • Experience with various programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why do you want to leave your previous company and join GAIL
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities at GAIL.

    • Desire for new challenges and opportunities for growth

    • Interested in working in a different industry or with different technologies

    • Attracted to GAIL's reputation and projects

    • Seeking a more collaborative and innovative work environment

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What do your parents do
  • Ans. 

    My parents are both retired now, but my father used to work as a civil engineer and my mother was a teacher.

    • Father worked as a civil engineer

    • Mother was a teacher

    • Both are retired now

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Have you ever visited Delhi earlier
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have visited Delhi earlier for a business trip.

    • Visited Delhi for a business trip

    • Explored historical sites like Red Fort and Qutub Minar

    • Enjoyed local cuisine like butter chicken and chaat

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How did you reach Noida for interview
  • Q6. Where are you staying in Noida for interview process
  • Ans. 

    I am staying at a hotel in Sector 18, Noida for the interview process.

    • Staying at a hotel in Sector 18, Noida

    • Close to the interview location

    • Comfortable accommodation for the duration of the process

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Related family background
Round 3 - Technical 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. Detailed technical questions about bearing, pump, furnace tubes (1st and 2nd pass)MOC, TLE MOC, heat exchanger tube MOC, TEMA codes and classification etc.
  • Q2. Decoking process of cracking furnace, Naphtha circuit of furnace with sketches,
  • Ans. 

    Decoking process involves removing coke deposits from cracking furnace and naphtha circuit to maintain efficiency.

    • Decoking process involves burning off coke deposits using controlled combustion.

    • Mechanical decoking involves using high-pressure water jets to remove coke deposits.

    • Chemical decoking involves using solvents or acids to dissolve coke deposits.

    • Regular decoking is essential to prevent blockages and maintain fur

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Detailed refrigeration cycles
  • Ans. 

    Refrigeration cycles are thermodynamic processes used in refrigerators and air conditioners to transfer heat from a low temperature reservoir to a high temperature reservoir.

    • Refrigeration cycles typically involve four main components: compressor, condenser, expansion valve, and evaporator.

    • The refrigerant undergoes a cycle of compression, condensation, expansion, and evaporation to absorb heat from the space being coole...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Safety related questions which I couldn't answer well
  • Q5. Safety procedures before starting of hot job
  • Ans. 

    Safety procedures before starting a hot job include obtaining a hot work permit, conducting a hazard assessment, ensuring proper ventilation, and having fire extinguishing equipment nearby.

    • Obtain a hot work permit before starting any hot job

    • Conduct a hazard assessment to identify potential risks

    • Ensure proper ventilation in the work area to prevent buildup of flammable gases

    • Have fire extinguishing equipment nearby and r

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Furnace tubes Welding related questions
  • Q7. Scaffolding and insulation related general questions (easy)

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for GD and just keep enough technical knowledge on your field of experience. Be relaxed and give interview with happy face..don't be depressed if you couldn't answer any question during interview. If you don't know anything just say "I don't know" ...keep the things simple and give honest answer always.

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Sep 2021. There were 2 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 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How will you identify if a pump is cavitating while working on a DCS panel?
  • Ans. 

    To identify if a pump is cavitating while working on a DCS panel, you can look for certain indicators.

    • Monitor the pump's suction pressure. If it is fluctuating or dropping below the specified range, it may indicate cavitation.

    • Check the pump's discharge pressure. If it is higher than normal, it could be a sign of cavitation.

    • Listen for unusual noises such as a rattling or grinding sound coming from the pump.

    • Inspect the p...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How would you prepare a hydrocarbon vessel for vessel entry?
  • Ans. 

    To prepare a hydrocarbon vessel for vessel entry, follow these steps:

    • Ensure the vessel is properly isolated from the process and all sources of energy

    • Ventilate the vessel to remove any flammable or toxic gases

    • Perform a thorough inspection of the vessel for any signs of leaks or damage

    • Implement proper lockout/tagout procedures to prevent accidental activation of equipment

    • Provide appropriate personal protective equipment...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for GAIL Senior Engineer interview:
  • Chemical Engineering
  • DCS Operations
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Try to answer the questions asked in simple words. The interviewer generally wants to judge an interviewee based on his understanding of the subject. When an applicant is appearing for an interview, he should share his experience and try to quote examples from his experience.

I was interviewed before Sep 2020.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 140 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

Test timing was at 2:00 pm , it was conducted in a college and the environment was good for the test. Camera was a primary part of test, so no suspicious activity.

  • Q1. 

    Sum of Two Numbers Represented as Arrays

    Given two numbers in the form of two arrays where each element of the array represents a digit, calculate the sum of these two numbers and return this sum as an ar...

  • Ans. 

    Given two numbers represented as arrays, calculate their sum and return the result as an array.

    • Iterate through the arrays from right to left, adding digits and carrying over if necessary

    • Handle cases where one array is longer than the other by considering the remaining digits

    • Ensure the final sum array does not have any leading zeros

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Face to Face 

Round duration - 20 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

The round was conducted at around 12 p.m. I was called at the college location and then it was conducted. The interviewer was quite polite and frank.

Round 3 - HR 

Round duration - 8 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This round was conducted right after finishing and clearing the technical round at the same place and on the same day.

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 60 %Wipro Limited interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - OOPS, Data Structures, Database Concepts, Coding problemsTime required to prepare for the interview - 2-3 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Practice atleast 2-3 Coding problems daily so your logic building becomes stronger.
Tip 2 : Exercise problems based on OOPS concepts and others too.
Tip 3 : If you can have your own project built, then it's the major point and will act as a plus point.

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Your resume should be in standard form, short and simple will be more effective.
Tip 2 : Whatever you have learned, you need to mention it in your resume as that will be your primary source of selection and having project on your resume is important.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Feb 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Hr

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - You should be true to what you are putting before the interviewer . Try to put your ideas Add something you did well in your career like in projects /research which you know very well and versed in concepts about it for open interview so that interviewer can get bandwidth where he can ask questions from. This is simply a key .

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why Java is platform independent?
  • Ans. 

    Java is platform independent due to its bytecode and JVM.

    • Java code is compiled into bytecode which is platform-independent.

    • JVM (Java Virtual Machine) interprets the bytecode and executes it on any platform.

    • JVM acts as an abstraction layer between the Java code and the underlying hardware.

    • This allows Java programs to run on any platform that has a JVM installed.

    • For example, a Java program written on a Windows machine ca...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Java is platform-independent because it does not depend on any type of platform. Hence, Java is platform-independent language. In Java, programs are compiled into byte code and that byte code is platform-independent. ... Any machine to execute the byte code needs the Java Virtual Machine.

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. 1.Describe a situation where you have taken a quick decision and failed, and a situation where you succeeded. 2. What is a skill you have tried to achieve but failed? 3. Describe a decision you have taken ...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Always try to take risk in small problems . When you face the consequences, you would be able to tackle bigger problems.
2. Every skill you learn, even if you didn't excel in it is not to be considered a waste of time/failure, you learn something simply by participating.

Hindustan Petroleum Interview FAQs

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Hindustan Petroleum interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Hindustan Petroleum interview process are Resume Shortlist and HR.
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