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Kotak Securities Investment Advisor Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 2 Jun 2017

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Investment Advisor Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 2 Jun 2017

I was interviewed before Jun 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Family background
  • Q2. Knowledge about stock market

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: I did it well because of my prepration for entrances
Duration: 2 hours
Total Questions: 75

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: We discussed about the pros n cons of odd even scheme.
Duration: 5 hours

Round: HR Interview
Experience: They focussed more on communication skills

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: They checked my basic knowledge about stock market

College Name: Daulat ram college

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2019. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. As usual tell about yourself. And then market related questions. Then Mutual fund product related questions. And then my experience with previous companies.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go and attend with positive energy and be formal and neat with your attire.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you please introduce yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a motivated and detail-oriented finance student with a strong interest in investment management.

    • Currently pursuing a degree in finance

    • Completed relevant coursework in investment analysis and portfolio management

    • Previous internship experience in financial services industry

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you describe about the last movie or web series/ book you read/ last vacation?
  • Ans. 

    I recently read the book 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

    • The Great Gatsby is a classic novel set in the 1920s Jazz Age

    • The story follows the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with Daisy Buchanan

    • Themes of love, wealth, and the American Dream are explored throughout the book

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - While giving interview or answering any particular question, you must describe the things as it is without any lies. One must show confidence about the answer and without fear. And also show up you are very keen to explore about new things to do
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via campus placement at R N S Institute of Technology, Bangalore and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basics of accounting and some aptitude questions

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Jun 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 

There were 1 aptitude test which is to be cleared first before sitting in a interview so that I cleared it and there were 15 question to be there and minimum time required for the test.

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. In round 2 interviewer ask me a few questions related to myself and regarding company. Like tell me about your self in brief and investment purpose. Because the company is MNC in investment related.
  • Q2. 1.Tell me about yourself 2.How much you know about the company 3.What is the main purpose of this company to ascertain goals.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Fidelity International Investment Analyst interview:
  • Good communication
  • MS Office
  • Ms excell
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Firstly to know yourself to be honest speaking in front of the interviewer. And most importantly speak with confident with soft voice not tk be in high pitch or either low pitch as well. So atleast read about the company profile and your role what to be do? You should not to discuss the salary package directly. Best way to ask questions is when the interviewer will ask you to ask anything if you have query.
If he/she don't ask for queries so you can ask in the end.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before May 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Mortgage, NAV, Journal entrues
  • Q2. Basic accounting
  • Q3. Basic knowl About excel

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Mr Cooper Investment Analyst interview:
  • Net Asset Value
  • written down value method
  • basic excel
  • Accounting
  • Loans
  • Home Loans
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Easy to moderate level of difficulty, friendly approach, basic knowledge about excel, accounting, banking and mortgage is required
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed before Apr 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Create a financial plan
  • Ans. 

    A financial plan involves setting financial goals, creating a budget, and investing wisely.

    • Identify short-term and long-term financial goals

    • Create a budget to track income and expenses

    • Develop a savings plan to achieve goals

    • Invest in a diversified portfolio based on risk tolerance and goals

    • Regularly review and adjust the plan as needed

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Experience with Mutual Funds
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience with mutual funds.

    • Managed mutual fund portfolios for clients

    • Analyzed mutual fund performance and made recommendations

    • Implemented mutual fund investment strategies

    • Stayed up-to-date on industry trends and regulations

    • Worked with various types of mutual funds, including equity, fixed income, and balanced funds

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident with answers.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Oct 2019. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. As usual tell about yourself. And then market related questions. Then Mutual fund product related questions. And then my experience with previous companies.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go and attend with positive energy and be formal and neat with your attire.

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