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Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Assistant Engineer Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 21 Sep 2022

Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Assistant Engineer Interview Experiences for Experienced

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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Exam consist of aptitude and technical rounds and the paper was unexpectedly surprising

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Exam was having 2 sections one is aptitude and other is technical and general awareness , current affairs

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Assistant Engineer interview:
  • Electrical Engineering
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Great work life, salary as well and no work pressure, leaves as u wish

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I was interviewed in Jun 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: The College had sent the marks details of students who had greater than 70% or equivalent marks in graduation also with secondary and higher secondary marks to the Company. Then they shortlisted 27 people out of 69 eligible students from the batch of total 84 students considering as per Indian reservation as it is a Govt. Company. 10-Gen, 7-OBC, 10-(SC+ST)
Tips: Make sure your CGPA high. They shortlists very few students usually less than 15.

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: The Interview was of around 20 minutes. They started with asking about hobbies and activities first that I had mentioned in my CV. It made the environment cool and calm a bit. Make sure you have written the contents in your CV honestly. A small hide and seek can make you out of the race. Then they slowly moved towards core Electrical Engineering questions mostly from Power System. All were the basics and didn't need any rocket science. Viz
1. Why We transmit Power at High Voltages?
2. What is Surge Impedance Loading?
3. What is Corona loss? Why we send Power at High voltages even when it increases the Corona loss?
4. About Compensators of the line.
5. What are the advantages of single frequency of the grid throughout the country?
6. Buchholz relay?
After then they moved towards Internships and Projects. They asked about Indian Electricity market, Developments in Indian Electricity, No.of Grids in India, Open Access, Power Exchanges of India etc. that were my Internship topics at Power System Operation Corporation Limited(POSOCO). Then they asked some light Questions from my College Project like what are the benefits of this project. What are Global warming and the Carbon taxes.
They selected total 5 students out of 27 (2+2+1)

Tips: Keep a Smile on the face. Speak anything that you are confident about else say I don't know about it. Don't be seems like you are in a dire need of this job or you beg for it. Go and show that you are deserving and earn it.

Skills: Internship Experience, Internship Work, Project And Training, Leadership Skills, Honesty, Knowledge In Core Topics
College Name: NIT Agartala

I was interviewed in Jul 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Tell about your family
  • Ans. 

    I come from a close-knit family of four, including my parents and younger sister.

    • My parents have always been supportive of my career choices

    • I have a younger sister who is currently studying in college

    • We enjoy spending quality time together on weekends, often going for family outings or movie nights

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  • Q2. How does power flow from one end to other?
  • Ans. 

    Power flows from one end to the other through a closed circuit, following the path of least resistance.

    • Power flows through conductive materials such as wires or cables.

    • It is generated at a power source, such as a generator or a battery.

    • The power source creates a potential difference, or voltage, which pushes the electrons to flow.

    • The electrons flow from the higher potential end to the lower potential end.

    • The flow of el...

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  • Q3. What happens when fan rotates in opposite direction?
  • Ans. 

    When a fan rotates in the opposite direction, it reverses the airflow and can cause the fan to function improperly.

    • Reversing the direction of a fan can disrupt the intended airflow in a room.

    • In some cases, reversing the fan direction can lead to decreased cooling or heating efficiency.

    • Changing the fan direction can also affect the distribution of air in the room.

    • For ceiling fans, reversing the direction can change the ...

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  • Q4. What are the lines connecting other countries in NER?
  • Ans. 

    The lines connecting other countries in NER refer to the international borders and transportation routes.

    • The international borders of NER connect it with neighboring countries like Bhutan, China, and Myanmar.

    • Transportation routes like roads, railways, and airways also connect NER with other countries.

    • Examples of transportation routes include the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway and the India-Bhutan Friendship

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  • Q5. What are the business of powergrid?
  • Ans. 

    PowerGrid is involved in the transmission and distribution of electricity.

    • PowerGrid is responsible for the transmission of electricity from power generating stations to distribution substations.

    • They also manage the distribution of electricity to end consumers through a network of transmission lines and substations.

    • PowerGrid ensures the reliability and stability of the power grid by monitoring and maintaining the transm...

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  • Q6. Are you a self motivated person? Give example
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am a self-motivated person who takes initiative and sets goals to achieve success.

    • I consistently set personal and professional goals to challenge myself and strive for success.

    • I take the initiative to learn new skills and improve my knowledge in order to excel in my role.

    • I am proactive in seeking out opportunities for growth and development within my field.

    • For example, in my previous role, I took on additional p...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Resume was shortlisted by the company on the basis of CGPA of students send my the college. They shortlisted top 5 students from General category and top 5 students from SC category (5+5)[ Based on there vacancy]
Tips: As they shortlist very few student so it is very important to have a good rank in respective category.

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: Well, PI lasted for only 15mins . Interviewer made sure to make the environment comfortable. It was a panel of 6 interviewers. They started by asking about my family, places I visited till now (as mentioned in resume). Then they moved to my B-tech project and asked to explain them. There were some technical questions too (very basics one).Interview ended with some HR questions.
Tips: They don't ask any kind of brainstorming questions. Just keep your basics clear in power system, Do study your final year project properly. Go through the company site and substation related activities.
Be confident and keep smile. Speak your mind , don't hesitate to say I don't know, be clear of what u speak.
So prepare well and Good luck?.

Skills: Presence Of Mind, Communication And Confidence
College Name: NIT Agartala

I was interviewed before Nov 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. About yourself
  • Q2. Will you work at any location
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to work at any location for the Senior Engineer position.

    • I am open to relocating for the right opportunity

    • I have experience working in different locations

    • I am flexible and adaptable to new environments

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  • Q3. Why you think you can work in any adverse situation
  • Ans. 

    I have a proven track record of staying calm and focused in challenging situations, allowing me to problem-solve effectively.

    • I have experience working in high-pressure environments and have successfully delivered projects on time despite obstacles.

    • I am adaptable and can quickly assess a situation to determine the best course of action.

    • I have strong problem-solving skills and can think creatively to find solutions in ad

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 100

Round: Group Discussion
Duration: 20 minutes

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Related to distribution network, safety and Quality of work related.

Interview Preparation Tips

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Define current.
  • Ans. 

    Current is the flow of electric charge in a circuit.

    • Current is measured in Amperes (A).

    • It is the rate of flow of electric charge through a conductor.

    • Current flows from the positive terminal to the negative terminal in a circuit.

    • There are two types of current - direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC).

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  • Q2. How calculate conductors dia.
  • Ans. 

    Conductors diameter can be calculated using the formula: diameter = sqrt((4 * area) / pi)

    • Calculate the area of the conductor (usually circular) using the formula: area = pi * (radius^2)

    • Determine the radius of the conductor

    • Use the formula: diameter = sqrt((4 * area) / pi) to calculate the diameter

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 2 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 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. First describe about you...
  • Q2. About your current company and work .
  • Q3. Share your experience
  • Q4. Why do you change this company
  • Q5. What are you expecting about your salary
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 - Group Discussion 

Any topic such as bullet train, race, education, GSt etc

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Civil question regarding Construction Management, survey, RCC etc
  • Q2. What is the ratio of Cement sand and aggregate in M20?
  • Ans. 

    The ratio of cement, sand, and aggregate in M20 concrete is 1:1.5:3.

    • The ratio of cement to sand to aggregate is 1:1.5:3 in M20 concrete.

    • For every 1 part of cement, 1.5 parts of sand and 3 parts of aggregate are used.

    • This ratio ensures the desired strength and workability of the concrete mix.

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Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for JSW Energy Assistant Manager interview:
  • Construction Management
  • Survey
  • Strength of materials
  • RCC
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Psychometric Test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions to check skills, cognitive ability, etc.
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Scope of Renewable energy in India

Round 3 - Interview 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions related to college project

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for JSW Energy Assistant Manager interview:
  • Main Subject in Engineering
  • College Project
  • Strength & Weakness
  • Future plan
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Mar 2023.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Oil air compressor defects and rectification

Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Assistant Engineer interview for experienced candidates?
Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation interview process for experienced candidates usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation interview process for experienced candidates are Aptitude Test and Technical.

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