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Updated 9 Dec 2022

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1 interview found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via CMA website 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.
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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.

  • Answered by AI
  • 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...

  • Answered by AI
  • 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

  • Answered by AI
  • 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...

  • Answered by AI

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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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Feb 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Brief your role in the projects that you have worked.
  • Q2. Now, tell me about yourself, your credentials in the professional world so far. How do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
  • Q3. Explain how structured Change Management process helps in the Application Support functions.
  • Ans. 

    Structured Change Management process ensures smooth and controlled changes in application support functions.

    • Reduces the risk of errors and downtime during changes

    • Ensures proper documentation and communication of changes

    • Helps in prioritizing and scheduling changes

    • Enables tracking and reporting of changes

    • Facilitates stakeholder involvement and buy-in

    • Example: ITIL Change Management process

    • Example: Agile Change Management

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  • Q4. What's your way of accepting changes from the customer? Waterfall or Agile.
  • Ans. 

    Agile is my preferred way of accepting changes from the customer.

    • Agile allows for continuous feedback and collaboration with the customer

    • Waterfall can lead to delays and misunderstandings

    • Agile promotes flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements

    • Examples: Scrum, Kanban, Lean

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Brief me a few subsets of the Agile Manifesto.
  • Ans. 

    Agile Manifesto subsets include customer collaboration, responding to change, and working software.

    • Customer collaboration over contract negotiation

    • Responding to change over following a plan

    • Working software over comprehensive documentation

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The interviews are conducted by Global and/or Regional (India) teams. Please be prepared to explain based on the interviewer's role.

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Technical questions related to inventory,scm and stock management

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Experience and key skills

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jul 2021. 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.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

General information about electronic products which is used in daily life and technical questions related about the electronic equipments.

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Information about yourself and Negotiation about LPA

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just go for it nothing is impossible to get.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. About the work experience

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed before Apr 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Process related

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It doesn't matter if you are not subject matter expert... Your behavior matters more than functional.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Internships
  • Q2. Technical stuff

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Great. Look for positive attitude and sincerity towards work
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and detail-oriented analyst with a strong background in data analysis and problem-solving.

    • Bachelor's degree in Business Analytics

    • Proficient in SQL, Excel, and Tableau

    • Experience in conducting market research and creating financial models

    • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

    • Excellent communication and presentation abilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Go through resume
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Oct 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 - Group Discussion 

Group dynamics. We had to build macarroon towers together

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Do you like to read?
  • Q2. Why do you want to join BP?

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be yourself and shine
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 Oct 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 tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Could you walk me through the design of your final year project
  • Q2. Please describe a time you solve a difficult problem

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest, the interviewer usually are very nice and polite.

Indian Oil Corporation Interview FAQs

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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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