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Updated 9 Nov 2024

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3 interviews found

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
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Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Above sql, c , python ,java,

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Two coding question of avg range

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 4 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 - Coding Test 

Round 1 was divided into 2 parts:
1) Aptitude and Technical MCQs
2) Coding Test

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. The technical round was mainly based on the resume. Prepare the skills and projects mentioned in your resume thoroughly. Luck plays a significant factor in clearing the technical round
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Usual HR questions like 'Mention your strengths and weaknesses'

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Luck plays a major factor in clearing the technical round.

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic mcq questions about angular js, java

Round 2 - Coding Test 

2 easy coding questions in java

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

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

    In 5 years, I see myself as a senior software engineer leading a team of developers on innovative projects.

    • Advancing to a senior software engineer role

    • Leading a team of developers on projects

    • Working on innovative and challenging projects

    • Continuing to learn and grow in the field

  • Answered by AI

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Interview Questionnaire 

11 Questions

  • Q1. What is the difference between multi tasking, multi processing and multi programming operating systems with examples ?
  • Ans. 

    Multi tasking, multi processing, and multi programming are different approaches to managing tasks in an operating system.

    • Multi tasking allows multiple tasks to run concurrently on a single processor.

    • Multi processing involves multiple processors running tasks simultaneously.

    • Multi programming allows multiple programs to be loaded into memory and executed concurrently.

    • Examples of multi tasking operating systems include Wi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about memory allocation (stack vs. heap)?
  • Ans. 

    Memory allocation refers to the process of assigning memory to programs during runtime.

    • Stack allocation is done automatically and is limited in size.

    • Heap allocation is done manually and is larger in size.

    • Stack memory is used for local variables and function calls.

    • Heap memory is used for dynamic memory allocation.

    • Memory leaks can occur if heap memory is not properly managed.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. You have two threads one printing even numbers in order and other odd numbers. Design an algorithm so that it prints numbers in natural order?
  • Ans. 

    Use a shared variable and synchronization mechanisms to ensure natural order printing of numbers.

    • Create two threads, one for printing even numbers and the other for printing odd numbers.

    • Use a shared variable to keep track of the current number to be printed.

    • Implement synchronization mechanisms like locks or semaphores to ensure only one thread can access the shared variable at a time.

    • Each thread should check if it is i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Print a matrix in spiral order?
  • Ans. 

    Printing a matrix in spiral order

    • Start from the first element and print it

    • Move in a spiral order towards the center of the matrix

    • Repeat until all elements are printed

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Thread class and Runnable Interface?
  • Ans. 

    Thread class and Runnable Interface are used for multithreading in Java.

    • Thread class is a predefined class in Java that provides methods to create and control threads.

    • Runnable interface is used to define a task that can be executed by a thread.

    • Thread class implements Runnable interface.

    • Thread class provides more control over threads than Runnable interface.

    • Example: Thread t = new Thread(new MyRunnable()); t.start();

    • Exa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What’s the difference between a Linked List and an ArrayList and give me an example of when to use which?
  • Ans. 

    Linked List is a dynamic data structure while ArrayList is a static data structure.

    • Linked List is best for frequent insertion and deletion operations.

    • ArrayList is best for frequent access operations.

    • Linked List uses more memory than ArrayList.

    • ArrayList is faster than Linked List for accessing elements.

    • Use Linked List when you need to frequently add or remove elements from the list.

    • Use ArrayList when you need to frequen

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Questions of OS concepts?
  • Q8. A role play scenario was given. With a clear instruction on I don’t need to know the basis and the hypothetical assumption was presented. I was told that I was expected to respond to the given scenario, in...
  • Q9. Why are you interested in a career in investment banking?
  • Ans. 

    I am not interested in a career in investment banking.

    • I am more interested in a career in software development

    • I enjoy problem-solving and creating innovative solutions through coding

    • Investment banking does not align with my passion and skill set

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Why have you chosen to apply to J.P. Morgan?
  • Ans. 

    I have chosen to apply to J.P. Morgan because of their reputation, global presence, and opportunities for growth.

    • J.P. Morgan has a strong reputation in the financial industry.

    • They have a global presence with offices in multiple countries.

    • The company offers various opportunities for career growth and development.

    • J.P. Morgan is known for its innovative technology solutions in the financial sector.

    • I am impressed by their ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. Have you ever made a mistake? Tell us about it?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have made a mistake in my previous project.

    • I underestimated the complexity of a task and ended up missing the deadline.

    • I failed to properly test a feature, resulting in a bug that affected user experience.

    • I accidentally deleted an important file without having a backup.

    • I misunderstood a requirement and implemented a feature incorrectly.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Total Questions: 1

General Tips: Interview Process: Aptitude test, followed by 3 rounds of interview. Interview process was very good. Just be positive to clear the interview.
Check this link before appearing for interview with JP Morgan. It will help  -----
Skills: Algorithm, Data structure, Stack
College Name: Na

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed before Mar 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Some technical questions were asked
  • Q2. They spring hibernate MVC flow and core java and Oracle connectivity questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: There was a Team manager and his junior for the interview

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Oct 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 Resume tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Design patterns that you have followed in your past projects.
  • Ans. 

    I have followed the MVC, Singleton, and Factory design patterns in my past projects.

    • MVC pattern for separating concerns and improving maintainability

    • Singleton pattern for ensuring only one instance of a class is created

    • Factory pattern for creating objects without exposing the instantiation logic

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to secure the applications?
  • Ans. 

    Applications can be secured by implementing various security measures such as authentication, authorization, encryption, and regular updates.

    • Implement strong authentication mechanisms such as multi-factor authentication

    • Use authorization to restrict access to sensitive data and functionalities

    • Encrypt sensitive data both in transit and at rest

    • Regularly update the application and its dependencies to patch security vulnera...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Make sure you are aware of the basics of OOP and the programming language of your preference.
You should be aware of the security threats. The computer science subjects should also be thoroughly understood.
And, the last, excellent communication skills with quick explanation to complete most of your questions in defined interview period.

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2019. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Questions asked around 30 from asp.net, MVC, web api , c#, SQL etc
  • Q2. Some non tech questions also.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - After selecting in state bank of india, I want to share my interview experience:

There were 5 persons in interview panel and they all asked questions both technical as well as non technical.
First they started from non technical questions. Like Why Madhubani painting is famous ? What is going on delhi university at that time contract teachers were on strike. Etc.
They asked about 30 questions from technical from asp.net, aap.net MVC, c#, SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, View vs Table, Function Vs SP, web services vs web api services, banking domain etc.
Overall it was a great experience. I answered almost 80 percentage questions. When interview result declared after 20 days, My name was there and I finally selected one of the big public sector bank. That is SBI. I would like to say Thank You Naukari.com.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. All questions are related to ds and algorithm. Implications of data structure

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Sep 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Few DSA questions, questions about my projects and my resume. Also, since I specialise in python, if I could create an API using it. HR questions, hobbies, leadership experience...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Understanding the culture of J.P. Morgan Chase played a big role in passing the interview. The coding questions were easy/medium level. The interviewers were very friendly.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2022. 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 Resume tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 1. Power BI, 2. SQL,
  • Q2. 3. Azure and 4. Excel.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Knowledge
2. Communication and
3. Confidence.
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HSBC Group interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the HSBC Group interview process are Coding Test, HR and Aptitude Test.

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