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Updated 3 Mar 2025

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posted on 11 Mar 2022

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Feb 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are oops concepts?
  • Ans. 

    OOPs concepts are the fundamental principles of Object-Oriented Programming.

    • Encapsulation: Binding data and functions together in a single unit.

    • Inheritance: Acquiring properties and behavior of a parent class by a child class.

    • Polymorphism: Ability of an object to take many forms.

    • Abstraction: Hiding the implementation details and showing only the necessary information.

    • Example: A car is an object that encapsulates data l...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What do you mean by SDLC?
  • Ans. 

    SDLC stands for Software Development Life Cycle.

    • SDLC is a process used by software development teams to design, develop, and test high-quality software.

    • It consists of several phases including planning, analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance.

    • Each phase has its own set of activities and deliverables that must be completed before moving on to the next phase.

    • SDLC helps ensure that software is developed ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is SQL? Explain in detail.
  • Ans. 

    SQL is a programming language used to manage and manipulate relational databases.

    • SQL stands for Structured Query Language.

    • It is used to create, modify, and query databases.

    • SQL is used in various industries such as finance, healthcare, and e-commerce.

    • Examples of SQL commands include SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE.

    • SQL is used to retrieve specific data from a database using queries.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are features of JAVA?
  • Ans. 

    Java is a versatile programming language known for its platform independence and rich set of features.

    • Platform independence: Java programs can run on any operating system or device with a Java Virtual Machine (JVM)

    • Object-oriented: Java supports the principles of object-oriented programming, allowing for modular and reusable code

    • Garbage collection: Java automatically manages memory allocation and deallocation, reducing ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How to select a record from a table?

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Infosys System Engineer interview:
  • Java
  • C++
  • HTML
  • SQL
  • Project Management
  • Javascript
  • OOPS
  • DBMS
  • Data Structures
  • Coding
  • Python
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare all CS subjects properly. Prepare your project well as questions will be asked from what project you have done. Also you must have good communication skills. Watch a youtube video on how to prepare for (company_name) interview. All tips and tricks will be provided. Also prepare a good introduction. Start your introduction with the phrase "Good morning sir/mam. My name is ...". All the best 👍

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I was interviewed in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The exam consists of seven sections, and the cutoff score is quite high; it is essential to complete the exam thoroughly.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. Can you provide details about your internship experience?
  • Q3. Given a puzzle to solve
  • Q4. What can you tell me about your major projects?
  • Q5. What is the latest news you have heard regarding technology?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Stay composed, exhibit confidence, and ensure effective communication.

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

There were a total of seven sections: verbal ability, logical reasoning, arithmetic problems, verbal reasoning, puzzles, pseudocodes, and essay writing, with each section having its own cutoff scores.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the SQL query to retrieve the person with the highest salary?
  • Q2. Can you describe the projects you have worked on?
  • Q3. Write a query to merge 2 tables?
  • Q4. Tell me about the internship that you have done?
  • Q5. Behavioural questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Feb 2025.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Questions regarding aptitude, pseudocode, and communication skills.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. What was your involvement in your college project?

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 (16)

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 (1)

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Its very easy
Basic maths questions learned up to 10
Basic Apptitude questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self Hi My name is Vikram Adithya I am an hard working and passionate engineering student currently perceiveing in gokaraju rangaraju institute of engineering and technology .I stay with...
  • Q2. Intervier asked about what kind of problems did you solved in leetcode? I said palindrome factorial matrix multiplication etc . Intervier said every one can solve this
  • Q3. He asked me about my project role i said I have done documentation in my project he said every one can do that
  • Q4. He asked me to write project code
  • Q5. He asked me any questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Answer carefully in infosys
If you crack it it is easy to get hired in infosys.

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

I applied via campus placement at SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Duration was 1.5 hrs. Questions were asked on topics like aptitude, reasoning , puzzle solving and verbal ability. Also a topic was given on which candidates were expected to write an essay. Overall the difficulty level was easy to medium.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(8 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce Yourself
  • Q2. Explain about your projects (mentioned in resume)
  • Q3. Have you got any certifications on cloud technologies?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have certifications in AWS and Azure cloud technologies.

    • Certified AWS Solutions Architect

    • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

    • Completed training courses on Google Cloud Platform

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What do you do in your free time?
  • Q5. Explain about Encapsulation (OOPS concept)
  • Ans. 

    Encapsulation is the concept of bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit, known as a class.

    • Encapsulation helps in hiding the internal state of an object and restricting access to it.

    • It allows for data hiding, which prevents outside code from directly accessing an object's internal state.

    • Access to the data is typically controlled through public methods (getters and setters) defined in the cl...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Tell about your previous intern/work experience if any
  • Q7. What is the one thing that you can say about you for which haven't been noticed by others and credited?
  • Q8. Questions about schooling, CGPA in college

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare for round 1 test from various youtube videos. It helped me to clear the 1st round. For interview, don't mention things you aren't confident enough in your resume. Prepare well on OOPS concepts, SQL concepts, SDLC concepts and do general research about the company like who is the current ceo, what products are they offering right now, company values, etc.

Skills evaluated in this interview

System Engineer Jobs at Infosys

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It is very easy, questions on all topics are covered.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is abstraction and encapsulation?
  • Ans. 

    Abstraction is hiding unnecessary details while encapsulation is bundling data and methods together.

    • Abstraction focuses on showing only essential features of an object while hiding unnecessary details.

    • Encapsulation involves bundling the data (attributes) and methods (functions) that operate on the data into a single unit.

    • Abstraction allows for easier understanding and management of complex systems.

    • Encapsulation helps i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Write a sql query to update a record
  • Ans. 

    SQL query to update a record in a database table

    • Use the UPDATE statement followed by the table name

    • Set the column(s) to be updated using SET keyword

    • Specify the new values for the column(s) to be updated

    • Use WHERE clause to specify the condition for which record to update

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Will you able to relocate?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to relocate for the right opportunity.

    • I am open to relocating for the right job opportunity

    • I have relocated for previous positions and am comfortable with the process

    • I understand the importance of being flexible and adaptable in the field of engineering

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why Infosys?
  • Ans. 

    Infosys is a global leader in technology services and consulting, known for its innovative solutions and commitment to excellence.

    • Infosys has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality technology solutions to clients worldwide.

    • The company offers a wide range of opportunities for professional growth and development.

    • Infosys has a culture of innovation and collaboration, which aligns with my own values and career goa

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

General Aptitude , Grammar MCQ and Essay Writing

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Q2. Which Language are you Familiar ?
  • Q3. Basic Questions from oops and dbms
  • Q4. Why did you choose Infosys ?
  • Q5. Questions from my project

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just have a well Structed Tell me about yourself and basic understanding of oops and dbms and current trends like Gen AI.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via campus placement at Vardhaman College of Engineering, Mahaboobnagar

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

................................................................................

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What questions were asked regarding the projects you have completed?
  • Ans. 

    Questions about projects completed in previous roles.

    • Asked to describe specific projects worked on

    • Inquired about the technologies used in the projects

    • Asked about the challenges faced and how they were overcome

    • Asked about the impact of the projects on the organization

    • Inquired about the team collaboration and communication during the projects

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What technologies were used in your project?
  • Ans. 

    The project utilized a variety of technologies including cloud computing, virtualization, automation tools, and network protocols.

    • Cloud computing (e.g. AWS, Azure)

    • Virtualization (e.g. VMware, Hyper-V)

    • Automation tools (e.g. Ansible, Puppet)

    • Network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS)

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the principles of software engineering?
  • Ans. 

    Principles of software engineering are guidelines that help in the development of high-quality software.

    • Requirements gathering and analysis

    • Design

    • Implementation

    • Testing

    • Maintenance

    • Documentation

    • Quality assurance

    • Version control

    • Continuous integration

    • Agile development

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Subqueries, views, joins in SQL
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I applied via campus placement at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic verbal abilitic and logical reasoning question ,pseudocode and essay writing

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. About my internship and projects
  • Q2. Area of intrest
  • Ans. 

    My area of interest is in network security and data encryption.

    • I have experience in implementing firewalls and intrusion detection systems.

    • I am familiar with encryption algorithms such as AES and RSA.

    • I enjoy staying up-to-date on the latest security threats and technologies.

    • I have worked on securing networks for financial institutions and government agencies.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Osi models and basic networking
  • Q4. Why do u want to join infosys
  • Q5. Favourite sport

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be confident and good communication skill is enough to crack this interview
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

All was apptitude question and was mcq.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is inheritance
  • Ans. 

    Inheritance is a concept in object-oriented programming where a class can inherit attributes and methods from another class.

    • Allows for code reusability and promotes the concept of 'is-a' relationship

    • Derived class inherits properties and behaviors of the base class

    • Can have multiple levels of inheritance (multi-level inheritance)

    • Example: Class 'Car' can inherit from class 'Vehicle', inheriting attributes like 'color' and

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What do you mean by oops.
  • Ans. 

    OOPS stands for Object-Oriented Programming System. It is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects.

    • OOPS is a programming paradigm that uses objects to design applications.

    • It focuses on data encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.

    • Examples of OOPS languages include Java, C++, and Python.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me introduction
  • Ans. 

    Introduction is a brief overview of oneself, including background, experience, and skills.

    • Introduce yourself by stating your name and current position.

    • Provide a summary of your educational background and relevant experience.

    • Highlight key skills and accomplishments that are relevant to the position.

    • Conclude with your career goals and why you are interested in the role.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years
  • Ans. 

    In five years, I see myself as a senior system engineer leading a team of talented professionals, implementing cutting-edge technologies, and contributing to the success of the organization.

    • Leading a team of system engineers

    • Implementing cutting-edge technologies

    • Contributing to the success of the organization

  • Answered by AI

Infosys Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Infosys System Engineer interview?
Infosys interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Infosys interview process are Aptitude Test, Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Infosys System Engineer 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 SDLC, .Net, ASP.Net, C++ and Java.
What are the top questions asked in Infosys System Engineer interview?

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How long is the Infosys System Engineer interview process?

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

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