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Updated 17 Jan 2025

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Infosys System Administrator Interview Experiences

4 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
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Result
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Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Time and work , distance , percentage

Round 2 - Coding Test 

BFS , TREE , STACK , QUEUE

Round 3 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Be strong in basics
  • Q2. How do you apply practical knowledge in your work?
  • Ans. 

    I apply practical knowledge by troubleshooting issues, implementing solutions, and staying updated on new technologies.

    • Troubleshooting technical issues by analyzing logs and system performance

    • Implementing solutions based on best practices and previous experience

    • Staying updated on new technologies through training and certifications

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Goal Towards this job
  • Q4. Short term and long term goals
  • Q5. Why do we want to hire you
  • Ans. 

    I have the technical skills, experience, and dedication to effectively manage and maintain your systems.

    • Extensive experience in system administration

    • Strong technical skills in troubleshooting and problem-solving

    • Proven track record of successfully managing and maintaining systems

    • Dedicated to ensuring the smooth operation of all systems

    • Ability to adapt to new technologies and environments

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and strong in basics

System Administrator Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ashish Panigrahi

posted on 27 Mar 2024

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical questions were asked regarding Windows Admin

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Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. How to create a Repository file/YUM client Configuration?
  • Ans. 

    To create a Repository file/YUM client Configuration, follow these steps:

    • Create a new repository file in the /etc/yum.repos.d/ directory

    • Specify the repository name, base URL, enabled status, and other options in the file

    • Save the file and exit the editor

    • Run 'yum clean all' command to clear the cache

    • Run 'yum repolist' command to verify the repository configuration

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the difference between Restart and Reload in Services?
  • Ans. 

    Restarting a service stops and then starts it again, while reloading a service refreshes its configuration without stopping it.

    • Restarting a service completely stops it and then starts it again

    • Reloading a service refreshes its configuration without stopping it

    • Restarting a service is useful when there are critical changes or issues

    • Reloading a service is useful when only the configuration needs to be updated

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How to Recover the root password if its missed or deleted?
  • Ans. 

    To recover root password, boot into single-user mode and reset the password.

    • Reboot the system and press 'e' at the GRUB menu to edit the boot options.

    • Add 'single' or 'init=/bin/bash' to the end of the 'linux' line and press F10 to boot.

    • Run 'passwd' command to reset the root password.

    • Reboot the system and login with the new password.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How check available physical volumes, Volume groups and Logical Volumes?
  • Ans. 

    To check available physical volumes, volume groups, and logical volumes, you can use the 'pvdisplay', 'vgdisplay', and 'lvdisplay' commands.

    • Use 'pvdisplay' command to display information about physical volumes.

    • Use 'vgdisplay' command to display information about volume groups.

    • Use 'lvdisplay' command to display information about logical volumes.

    • These commands provide detailed information about the available physical vol...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Could you explain the steps ,how to extending LVM?
  • Ans. 

    To extend LVM, follow these steps: 1. Create a new partition. 2. Initialize the partition as a physical volume. 3. Add the physical volume to the volume group. 4. Extend the logical volume. 5. Resize the file system.

    • Create a new partition using tools like fdisk or parted.

    • Initialize the partition as a physical volume using the pvcreate command.

    • Add the physical volume to the volume group using the vgextend command.

    • Extend...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. #vgdisplay, #lvextend -L +300M ktvg /dev/ktvg/ktlv2, # lvdisplay , #resize2fs /devktvg/ktlv2 then run #df -h command to verify space added

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare Well and Be confident

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Sql join

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Coding on heap sort
  • Ans. 

    Heap sort is a comparison-based sorting algorithm that uses a binary heap data structure.

    • Heap sort works by first building a heap from the input array.

    • Then it repeatedly extracts the maximum element from the heap, and places it at the end of the sorted array.

    • The heap is then updated to exclude the extracted element, and the process is repeated until the heap is empty.

    • Heap sort has a worst-case and average time complexi...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Online technical MCQ exam you have to clear..
  • Q2. After online technical MCQ telephonic round approx 30min.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basic knowledge will be asked at technical round.
Be confident while giving answer.


Based on prior experience they will ask questions.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me your roles and responsibility currently handling in your organization.
  • Q2. Why do you looking for change?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1.Prepare and attend the interview
2.Be always in calm and relaxed mode even you not prepared anything for interview.
3.Answer slowly and clearly.
4.If you are not able to answer for some questions, tell that you are not sure about that concept and try to give an answer.
5.Have a smile in face. Don't get panic.
6.Take a long breath b4 attending the interview.

Contact me on XXXXX if you have more questions and need help.

I applied via Superset and was interviewed before Aug 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude consists of general thinking, pseudo code, and game aptitude

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Resume mentioned technologies are going to ask you in the interview.
  • Q2. Any knowledge about web technologies and questions on Angular, JavaScript and java.
  • Q3. How would you manage your team. If you are on leave and you don't find any network to connect with them.
  • Ans. 

    Delegate responsibilities and establish clear communication channels for team members to handle situations in my absence.

    • Assign clear roles and responsibilities to each team member

    • Establish communication channels and protocols for emergencies

    • Ensure team members have access to necessary resources and information

    • Provide training and support to team members to handle unexpected situations

    • Regularly check in with team membe...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Make sure you perform well. Try mock interviews before your main interview. Try to fill out the resume with the technologies that you know well.

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

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. OOPS concepts
  • Q2. Data structures
  • Q3. Major project
  • Q4. Basics of Java python
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - OOPS concept and data structures is very important. Focus on final year project, you should be clear about technology stack used and your contribution towards project

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is a table in SQL
  • Ans. 

    A table in SQL is a collection of related data organized in rows and columns.

    • Tables are used to store data in a structured way.

    • Each table has a unique name and consists of columns and rows.

    • Columns define the type of data that can be stored in them.

    • Rows represent individual records in the table.

    • Tables can be queried using SQL commands to retrieve, insert, update or delete data.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Review some key terms for SQL

Skills evaluated in this interview

Infosys Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Infosys System Administrator interview?
Infosys interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Infosys interview process are Technical, Aptitude Test and Coding Test.
How to prepare for Infosys System Administrator interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Infosys. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Infosys expect are Apple, Applets, Corporate Advisory, Data Warehousing and Electrical Machines.
What are the top questions asked in Infosys System Administrator interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Infosys System Administrator interview -

  1. How to create a Repository file/YUM client Configurati...read more
  2. How to Recover the root password if its missed or delet...read more
  3. How check available physical volumes, Volume groups and Logical Volum...read more

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