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Updated 7 Apr 2023

Hindustan Zinc Post Graduate Engineer Trainee [pget] Interview Experiences

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Interview experience
3
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Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
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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 applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2017. There were 7 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Firstly they asked about the background and then the technical was started with the Btech and then they started the powerplant engineering basics which went really well

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: The eligibility criteria is as follows:
1) There should not be more than 1 year gap between B.Tech and PGDC(Post Graduate
Diploma Course).
2)There should be more than 60% of marks in the 10th, 12th, B.tech.
3)There should not be gap between 10th and 12th.
4)The backlogs should be cleared at the time of recruitment and joining.

Round: Test
Experience: The test contains Aptitude and Reasoning which is of 35 questions in 45 minutes
Total Questions: 35

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: The GD topic was " Are startups- a challenging task or difficult one."
The GD went successfully and I was selected.


General Tips: Be very confident and definitely you will crack the interview.
successfully I was placed with good package and that day went really well.
Duration: <1 week
College Name: NPTI badarpur

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Overall experience was good but interview last for only 10 minutes

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basic questions on safety were asked

I was interviewed 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

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

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Hindalco Industries Assistant Manager interview:
  • 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 AmbitionBox and was interviewed before Dec 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 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your Strength & Weakness.
  • Ans. My Handwork is my strength and Food is my weakness.
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. Why do you want to join this company

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for aptitude test nicely and don't forget to reach before time

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 2018. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. One important incident in your carrier where you think you have contributed effectively in your organization
  • Ans. 

    Implemented a new customer feedback system resulting in increased customer satisfaction and retention rates.

    • Identified the need for a more efficient feedback system

    • Researched and implemented a new software to collect and analyze customer feedback

    • Analyzed the data to identify trends and areas for improvement

    • Implemented changes based on feedback leading to improved customer satisfaction and retention rates

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What extra zeal you have that You can be hired
  • Ans. 

    I have a strong passion for leadership and a proven track record of motivating teams to achieve success.

    • Proven track record of successfully leading teams in previous roles

    • Passionate about developing and mentoring team members

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    • Ability to problem-solve and make quick decisions under pressure

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Reasoning, English and core subject

Round: Test
Experience: Psychometric

General Tips: Be just yourself, don't lie an inch neither exxagerate things. Coj interviewer understands very quickly your caliber and vague things.
Skills: Communication, Body Language, Analytical Skills
Duration: >3 Months

I applied via Tata steel and was interviewed before Sep 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Standard 10th level questions.

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Well versed with your subject mentioned in resume.
  • Q2. What you want to join Tata steel.
  • Q3. What is your strength and weakness.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just be yourself you will get selected or else TATA STEEL is not GOD company so try somewhere else.

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in May 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Most important question-What have you done in previous organization and what's your roles?
  • Q2. Tell me something about yourself? And All questions related to your resume (data written there)

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare the basic things like your first impression by telling about yourself. Apart from technical and operational experience prepare about what have you done in previous organization. Major projects done
Any big issues which you have resolved during your career.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Basics question of steel making
  • Q2. College related projects?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview is mostly on technical one with focus on steel making for Metallurgy background, and questions were asked on major project done in your college.

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?

Some of the top questions asked at the Hindustan Zinc Post Graduate Engineer Trainee [pget] interview -

  1. What is the efficiency down when 1 % moisture increase in boiler furna...read more
  2. What components are found in Coa...read more
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