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Summer Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Saksham Dixit

posted on 3 Jan 2023

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at Madhav Institute of Technology and Science, Gwalior and was interviewed in Jul 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.
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Round 2 - Selection on basis of CGPA 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you want to intern at Railways
  • Q2. What are the areas you would like to work upon?
  • Q3. How much knowledge you have about the company?
Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is manufacturing ?
  • Ans. 

    Manufacturing is the process of converting raw materials into finished products through various stages of production.

    • Manufacturing involves the use of machinery, tools, and labor to transform raw materials into usable products.

    • It includes activities such as designing, planning, assembling, and quality control.

    • Examples of manufacturing industries include automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and food processing.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Formula for spring constant.
  • Ans. 

    The formula for spring constant is the ratio of the force applied to the displacement it causes.

    • The formula for spring constant is given by Hooke's Law: F = kx

    • F represents the force applied to the spring

    • k is the spring constant

    • x is the displacement caused by the force

    • The unit of spring constant is N/m (newtons per meter)

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Draw stress strain curve and show important points.
  • Ans. 

    Stress-strain curve shows the relationship between stress and strain in a material.

    • The curve starts at the origin and goes up to the point of yield.

    • The point of yield is where the material starts to deform plastically.

    • The curve continues to the point of ultimate strength, where the material breaks.

    • The slope of the curve is the modulus of elasticity, which shows the material's stiffness.

    • The area under the curve represen...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Indian Railways Summer Intern interview:
  • Strength of material.
  • Spring Design
  • Manufacturing Process
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Work on your technical knowledge especially in the domain of strength of materials and manufacturing processes.

Summer Intern Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. There are 8 bottles of milk out of which one bottle is poisoned. What will be the minimum number of persons required to find the poisoned bottle if the person dies within 24 hours of drinking the poison. You have only 24 hours.
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Superintendent Typist Interview Questions & Answers

user image Malay Acharya

posted on 2 Jul 2022

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jun 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Well Typing Speed in Computer.
  • Q2. E-mail, on line work.
  • Q3. 36 years Service from 30-12-1985 to 31-01-2022.
  • Ans. 

    The candidate has 36 years of service from 30-12-1985 to 31-01-2022.

    • The candidate has a long and dedicated work history spanning 36 years.

    • They started working on December 30th, 1985 and continued until January 31st, 2022.

    • This demonstrates their commitment and loyalty to their work.

    • They likely have a wealth of experience and knowledge in their field.

    • Their longevity in the workforce may also indicate strong work ethic an

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Computer along with email, on line work.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Well Typing speed in Computer. 36 years service from 30-12-1985 to 31-01-2022 with full satisfactory.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. R u completely Apprenticeship
  • Ans. 

    No

    • I have completed my apprenticeship and obtained the necessary certification.

    • I have gained practical experience and knowledge through on-the-job training.

    • I have successfully completed all the required coursework and assessments.

    • I am familiar with the electrical codes and regulations.

    • I have worked on various electrical projects and can provide examples of my work.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Are you itrested this job
  • Q3. Yes i am intrsted in this job

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Requirement in this job...I am new Employment ...porson

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Q1. What is unit and how maser current and voltage ?
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Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Newspaper Ad and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Where is tail stock situated from operator?
  • Ans. 

    The tail stock is typically situated behind the operator in a lathe machine setup.

    • Tail stock is usually located at the opposite end of the headstock in a lathe machine.

    • It is positioned behind the operator to provide support for the workpiece being machined.

    • The tail stock can be adjusted along the bed of the lathe to accommodate different workpiece lengths.

    • It is used to apply pressure to the workpiece to prevent it from

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  • Q2. Taper angle formula?
  • Ans. 

    Taper angle formula calculates the angle of a taper on a surface.

    • The taper angle formula is calculated as arctan(taper length / taper height).

    • The result is typically in degrees.

    • For example, if the taper length is 5 units and the taper height is 2 units, the taper angle would be arctan(5/2) = 68.2 degrees.

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  • Q3. Where is head stock situated?
  • Ans. 

    The head stock is situated at the end of the lathe bed and contains the main spindle.

    • The head stock is typically located at one end of the lathe bed.

    • It houses the main spindle which holds the workpiece in place during machining.

    • The head stock also contains gears for controlling the speed of the spindle.

    • It is an essential component of a lathe machine.

  • Answered by AI

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Q1. Where is tail stock situated from operator?
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Indian Railways interview questions for popular designations

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 Technician

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 Accounts Manager

 (1)

 ACT Apprentice

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 Analyst

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Junior Engineer in workshop Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 29 Sep 2022

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

12th standard questions was asked in the first exam.

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question related to mechanical engineering similar to ESE. No interview.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you secure job of Junior Engineer, there is only one promotion to level 7 ie. Senior Section Engineer. Further promotion is very difficult also vacancy is also very less. For mechanical try to get workshop as other jobs are comparatively hectic.

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Electric Loco Shed Railway Apprentice electrician Course Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 7 May 2022

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Electrician apprentice Railway
  • Q2. Railway motor working
Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Electricean technical

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I should work on the electric loco shed Navayard Vadodara Gujarat

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why are u like to do this job?
  • Q2. What is the special in you for this job?
  • Q3. How can u control when compeny is in problems?
  • Ans. 

    By implementing effective crisis management strategies and regularly monitoring the company's financial health.

    • Regularly monitoring financial statements and identifying potential issues

    • Developing and implementing crisis management strategies

    • Maintaining open communication with stakeholders

    • Seeking expert advice when necessary

    • Taking proactive measures to prevent problems from arising

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Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Indian Railways Station Manager interview:
  • Leadership Skills
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Working hard
  • Honesty for job
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I advising to do yor work honestly becoze no any work is good or bad its depends on us.how can we think our job.

Station Manager Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. How can u control when compeny is in problems?
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Ex. General Manager, North Central Railway Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 27 May 2022

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Prepare well for written test and for interview one should be thorough of everything filled up in application form and prepare well for the probable questions to be asked from your current job assignment.
  • Q2. I was asked questions from my job which I was doing at the time of interview and my project which I did as a part of my B Tech. Degree.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well for the subjects choosen for written test and be honest while answering questions in interview, no bluffing in any answer. Admit if you are not sure of answer of any question.

Station Suprintendent Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Apr 2022

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want a job after retirement?
  • Q2. Why do you want to work in transportation field?
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Would you like to work any where in India?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Getting a job on behalf of the degree you obtained is not sufficient but you have to learn from initial stage of your post.

Junior Clerk Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 4 Dec 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

17 Questions

  • Q1. First woman's prime minister of India
  • Q2. First Hindi New papers of hindi
  • Q3. First woman president of India
  • Q4. First lokshabha speaker of India
  • Q5. Project Tiger kab aaya
  • Q6. Project elephant kab aaya
  • Q7. G S T kab se lagu hua
  • Q8. Covid-19 ko mahamari kab ghoshit kia
  • Q9. Manav me kitni jodi paslia hoti hai
  • Q10. Blood pressure of human body
  • Q11. Phli mahli videsh mantri
  • Q12. Sabse lamba railway station
  • Q13. First voice president of India
  • Ans. 

    Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first Vice President of India.

    • Dr. Rajendra Prasad served as the Vice President of India from 1952 to 1962.

    • He was elected as the Vice President in the first general elections of India.

    • Dr. Prasad played a crucial role in the drafting of the Indian Constitution.

    • He later became the first President of India in 1952.

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  • Q14. Maurya vansh ki sthapana
  • Q15. Plastic ki khoj
  • Q16. Maleria ki dava prapt hoti hai
  • Q17. Vashkodigama Bharat kab aaya

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I tried to answer each question with examples and also used props on the table (like pens, paperweights, pen stands etc.) to explain my theories

Junior Clerk Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. How to help the parents for the classroom applications?
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Indian Railways Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Indian Railways interview?
Indian Railways interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Indian Railways interview process are Resume Shortlist, Technical and Aptitude Test.
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How long is the Indian Railways interview process?

The duration of Indian Railways interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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