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Updated 9 Dec 2022

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I applied via CMA website and was interviewed before Dec 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(10 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your favourite subjects?
  • Ans. 

    My favorite subjects are Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science.

    • Mathematics: I enjoy solving complex problems and finding logical solutions.

    • Physics: I am fascinated by the laws of nature and how they govern the universe.

    • Computer Science: I love coding and exploring new technologies to develop innovative solutions.

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  • Q2. What is ITC in GST ?
  • Ans. 

    ITC stands for Input Tax Credit in GST.

    • ITC is a mechanism to avoid cascading effect of taxes.

    • It allows businesses to claim credit for taxes paid on inputs used in production.

    • ITC can be claimed only if the supplier has filed their GST returns.

    • ITC cannot be claimed for personal or non-business expenses.

    • For example, if a manufacturer buys raw materials worth Rs. 10,000 and pays Rs. 1,800 as GST, they can claim ITC of Rs. ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is Pivot Table in excel?
  • Ans. 

    Pivot Table is a data summarization tool in Excel used to analyze, summarize and present large amounts of data in a concise tabular format.

    • Pivot Table allows users to quickly and easily summarize and analyze large amounts of data

    • It helps in identifying patterns, trends, and relationships in the data

    • Users can group, filter, and sort data based on different criteria

    • Pivot Table can be used for various purposes such as fin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are the GST returns, their Due dates, and names?
  • Ans. 

    GST returns are periodic filings of tax returns by registered taxpayers under GST. There are various types of GST returns with different due dates.

    • GSTR-1: Monthly return for outward supplies - 11th of the next month

    • GSTR-3B: Monthly summary return - 20th of the next month

    • GSTR-4: Quarterly return for composition scheme taxpayers - 18th of the next month after the quarter

    • GSTR-5: Return for non-resident foreign taxpayers -...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is the rate of TDS to deduct under contract payments?
  • Ans. 

    The rate of TDS to deduct under contract payments varies depending on the nature of the contract and the payment amount.

    • For individuals and HUFs, the TDS rate is 1% if the payment exceeds Rs. 50 lakhs in a financial year.

    • For other entities, the TDS rate is 2% if the payment exceeds Rs. 50 lakhs in a financial year.

    • If the payee does not provide their PAN, the TDS rate is 20%.

    • If the payee provides a false PAN, the TDS ra...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What is the section of TDS for contract payments in the Income Tax Act?
  • Ans. 

    Section 194C of Income Tax Act deals with TDS for contract payments.

    • Section 194C applies to payments made to contractors and sub-contractors.

    • TDS is deducted at a rate of 1% for individuals and HUFs, and 2% for others.

    • If the payment exceeds Rs. 30,000 in a single transaction or Rs. 1,00,000 in a year, TDS is applicable.

    • The TDS deducted must be deposited with the government and a TDS certificate must be issued to the pay

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What is VLOOKUP in Excel and how to use it (practically)?
  • Ans. 

    VLOOKUP is a function in Excel used to search for a specific value in a table and return a corresponding value.

    • Syntax: VLOOKUP(lookup_value, table_array, col_index_num, [range_lookup])

    • lookup_value: the value to search for in the first column of the table

    • table_array: the range of cells that contains the table

    • col_index_num: the column number in the table from which to return a value

    • range_lookup: optional argument that sp...

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  • Q8. What is the journal entry of outstanding liability?
  • Ans. 

    Outstanding liability journal entry is a debit to the expense account and a credit to the liability account.

    • Outstanding liability refers to the amount of money a company owes to its creditors or suppliers but has not yet paid.

    • The journal entry for outstanding liability involves debiting the expense account and crediting the liability account.

    • For example, if a company owes $10,000 to its supplier but has not yet paid, t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Which sectors are not covered in GST to avail the ITC?
  • Ans. 

    GST does not cover petroleum products, alcohol, and electricity to avail ITC.

    • Petroleum products

    • Alcohol

    • Electricity

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  • Q10. What is TDS in Income Tax?
  • Ans. 

    TDS stands for Tax Deducted at Source and is a mechanism to collect income tax in India.

    • TDS is deducted by the payer at the time of making payment to the payee.

    • The deducted amount is then deposited with the government on behalf of the payee.

    • TDS is applicable on various types of payments such as salary, interest, rent, commission, etc.

    • The rate of TDS varies depending on the type of payment and the income slab of the pay...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just go through from basics of every subject and practice some excel functions like vlookup, pivot table, and other basic functions.

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How many rounds are there in Indian Oil Corporation Industrial Trainee interview?
Indian Oil Corporation interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Indian Oil Corporation interview process are Resume Shortlist and Technical.
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  1. Which sectors are not covered in GST to avail the I...read more
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