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Updated 7 Apr 2023

Hindustan Zinc Post Graduate Engineer Trainee [pget] Interview Experiences

1 interview found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

100 questions with no negative marking and 1.5hrs test

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What components are found in Coal ?
  • Ans. 

    Coal contains various components including carbon, sulfur, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.

    • Coal is primarily composed of carbon, which makes up about 60-80% of its total weight.

    • Sulfur is another common component found in coal, which can contribute to air pollution when burned.

    • Coal also contains varying amounts of hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen, which can affect its energy content and burning characteristics.

    • Trace elemen...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the efficiency down when 1 % moisture increase in boiler furnace?
  • Ans. 

    Increase in 1% moisture in boiler furnace leads to decrease in efficiency.

    • Moisture in fuel leads to incomplete combustion and heat loss.

    • Efficiency can decrease by 0.5-1% for every 1% increase in moisture.

    • Regular maintenance and monitoring can prevent excessive moisture in furnace.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are slugging and fauling of coal?
  • Ans. 

    Slugging and fauling are terms used in coal handling. Slugging refers to the formation of lumps in coal, while fauling refers to the accumulation of fine coal dust.

    • Slugging occurs when coal particles stick together due to moisture or other factors, forming large lumps that can clog coal handling equipment.

    • Fauling occurs when fine coal dust accumulates in the air and settles on surfaces, creating a potential fire hazard...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare best for your HR and Technical Interview as both are taken combined and attend all questions if there is no negative marking.

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I appeared for an interview in Oct 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Introduce yourself.
  • Ans. 

    Experienced retail professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for customer service.

    • Over 5 years of retail management experience

    • Proven track record of increasing sales and improving customer satisfaction

    • Strong leadership and team-building skills

    • Passionate about providing excellent customer service

    • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How is alumina obtained from bauxite?
  • Ans. 

    Alumina is obtained from bauxite through the Bayer process.

    • Bauxite is crushed and mixed with sodium hydroxide to form a slurry.

    • The slurry is heated and pressurized in a digester to dissolve the alumina content.

    • The resulting solution is cooled and filtered to remove impurities.

    • The purified solution is then heated to precipitate the alumina as a white powder.

    • The alumina powder is washed, dried, and calcined to produce pu...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Reaction for Al extraction from alumina.
  • Ans. 

    The reaction for Al extraction from alumina involves the reduction of alumina using carbon or electrolysis.

    • Alumina (Al2O3) is first converted into aluminum chloride (AlCl3) by reacting with hydrochloric acid.

    • The aluminum chloride is then reduced to aluminum metal by either carbon reduction or electrolysis.

    • In carbon reduction, carbon (usually in the form of coke) is heated with the aluminum chloride to produce aluminum ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Stainless steel production.
  • Q5. Types of cast iron.
  • Ans. 

    There are four main types of cast iron: gray iron, white iron, ductile iron, and malleable iron.

    • Gray iron is the most common type and has excellent castability and good machinability.

    • White iron is very hard and brittle, often used for wear-resistant applications.

    • Ductile iron has high strength and ductility, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

    • Malleable iron is heat-treated to improve its strength and du

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Location constraints and little info about family.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Basic Aptitude and Verbal Test - Easy Questions
Tips: Improve Speed and Accuracy
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 35

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: Two sects formed; one supporting the argument and other opposing it. Wage gap, Indian Mine Law, social pressure, patriarchal mentality and crime against women were discussed.
Tips: Communication skills are more important than content. Show confidence and speak fluently. Factual and grammatical errors can be ignored.
Duration: 15 minutes

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: They were chilled out and were giving time to speak. Little hints were also being given.
Tips: Be thorough with basics and don't give nonsensical answers if you don't know.

Skills: Technical Knowledge(ML
College Name: NIT Raipur

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before May 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.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. DM water parameter . Cold startup Coal analysis.

Interview Preparation Tips

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  • Boiler Operations
  • Turbine operation
  • Electrical protection
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Will be as per details mentioned in your resume.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Q3. Share details of your previous job.
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q6. Why should we hire you?
  • Q7. Why are you looking for a change?
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics+field oriented
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiation at the last round

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Best of luck............
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They asked me about SAP, spare planning and preventive maintenance.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2024.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your experience related to your field?
  • Ans. 

    I have over 5 years of experience in retail management, including leading teams, implementing sales strategies, and improving customer satisfaction.

    • Managed a team of 15 sales associates, overseeing their training and performance evaluations

    • Implemented a new sales strategy that increased revenue by 20%

    • Received multiple awards for achieving high levels of customer satisfaction

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What subjects are related to your qualifications?
  • Ans. 

    Subjects related to my qualifications include business management, leadership, finance, and customer service.

    • Business Management

    • Leadership

    • Finance

    • Customer Service

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Apr 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 - Aptitude Test 

Technical to your domain, work experience, technology upgradtion with latest trend

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What's your future vision
  • Q2. Why you want this organization

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do your homework regarding company and it's techical aspect

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

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Asked me about technical questions regarding straight grate.
  • Q2. Straight grate parameters

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be ready with full confidence.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Easy to easy but they will select u even if u don't write anything

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is ur name
  • Ans. 

    My name is John Smith.

    • Full name is John Smith

    • Common name

    • Easy to remember

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Does u have pan card and aadhar card
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have both a PAN card and an Aadhar card.

    • Yes, I have a PAN card which is used for financial transactions and tax purposes.

    • I also have an Aadhar card which is a unique identification number issued by the government of India.

    • Having both cards is essential for various official and financial transactions.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 🙏dekhlo
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Hello have yoyr resume
  • Q2. About your qualifications

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't join here you will regret a lot

Hindustan Zinc Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Hindustan Zinc Post Graduate Engineer Trainee [pget] interview?
Hindustan Zinc interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Hindustan Zinc interview process are Resume Shortlist, Aptitude Test and Technical.
What are the top questions asked in Hindustan Zinc Post Graduate Engineer Trainee [pget] interview?

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