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Updated 9 Jan 2025

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

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is the concept of velocity and pressure compounding?
  • Ans. 

    Velocity and pressure compounding involves combining multiple stages of turbines or compressors to increase efficiency.

    • Velocity compounding involves converting pressure energy into kinetic energy in multiple stages of turbines.

    • Pressure compounding involves reducing pressure in multiple stages of compressors to increase efficiency.

    • Combining both velocity and pressure compounding can significantly improve the overall eff...

  • Answered by AI

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posted on 21 Aug 2023

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Aug 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Written exam with non negative marking by Ibps

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Interview with document verification
  • Q2. Mostly personl introduction and some about basic professional knowledge
  • Q3. Basic professional engineering knowledge based questions
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Document submission

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Q1. Why do we take only 1 set of cube sample at a casting of concrete of 5 or less than 5 Meter cube.
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I applied via Other and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. Describe Thermal power plant in brief
  • Ans. 

    Thermal power plant generates electricity by converting heat energy into electrical energy.

    • Fuel is burned to produce heat

    • Heat is used to produce steam

    • Steam drives the turbine

    • Turbine drives the generator

    • Generator produces electricity

    • Examples: coal-fired power plant, gas-fired power plant, nuclear power plant

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  • Q2. Describe CHP
  • Ans. 

    CHP stands for Combined Heat and Power, a system that generates electricity and heat simultaneously.

    • CHP is a highly efficient energy system that captures and utilizes waste heat produced during electricity generation.

    • It can be used in various settings such as hospitals, universities, and industrial facilities.

    • CHP reduces energy costs and carbon emissions by up to 30% compared to traditional energy systems.

    • Examples of C...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are the types of boilers
  • Ans. 

    Boilers are classified into different types based on their design, fuel type, and usage.

    • Fire-tube boilers

    • Water-tube boilers

    • Electric boilers

    • Gas boilers

    • Oil boilers

    • Combination boilers

    • Condensing boilers

    • Solid fuel boilers

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Explain Conventional and non conventional power plants
  • Ans. 

    Conventional power plants use fossil fuels to generate electricity while non-conventional power plants use renewable sources.

    • Conventional power plants burn fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas to generate electricity

    • Non-conventional power plants use renewable sources like solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal energy

    • Conventional power plants are cheaper to build and operate but contribute to pollution and climate c...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What do you mean by Co-Generation plants
  • Ans. 

    Co-Generation plants are power plants that produce both electricity and useful heat simultaneously.

    • Co-Generation plants are also known as Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plants.

    • They use a single fuel source to generate both electricity and heat.

    • The heat produced during electricity generation is captured and used for heating buildings or industrial processes.

    • Co-Generation plants are more efficient than traditional power p...

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  • Q6. Advantages and disadvantages of Thermal power plant
  • Ans. 

    Thermal power plants use fossil fuels to generate electricity. They have advantages and disadvantages.

    • Advantages: Reliable source of electricity, low operating cost, high efficiency, easy to operate and maintain

    • Disadvantages: High initial cost, environmental pollution, non-renewable source of energy, limited availability of fuel

    • Example: Advantages - Thermal power plants provide a reliable source of electricity that can...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. What is Tarrif and how its analysed
  • Ans. 

    Tariff is a tax imposed on imported or exported goods. It is analyzed based on the type of goods and the country of origin/destination.

    • Tariff is a form of protectionism used by governments to protect domestic industries from foreign competition.

    • Tariffs can be specific (fixed amount per unit) or ad valorem (percentage of the value of the goods).

    • Tariffs can also be used as a tool for diplomacy, by imposing tariffs on cou...

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study of Thermal power plant and Thermodynamics is essential

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Q1. Explain Conventional and non conventional power plants
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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 
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 - 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

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...

  • Answered by AI
  • 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 ...

  • Answered by AI
  • 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

  • Answered by AI
  • 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...

  • Answered by AI
  • 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
Round 1 - Group Discussion 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t treat group discussions as an argument. Group discussion is about reaching a meaningful conclusion.
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Round 2 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.
Round 3 - HR 

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Some people are having skills but their are lack of guidence and apportunities and some are suffering with communication and fear so keep trying definitely u will win at the end..
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. They talk about vigilance process
  • Q2. Revenue Recovery process
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your current salary
  • Ans. 

    I am currently earning $60,000 per year.

    • Be honest about your current salary

    • Avoid providing exact figures if possible

    • Focus on your qualifications and experience instead

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. We cannot give you salary not more than offered.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you have no option then go to CESC
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Easy and medium porblems are asked

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Easy and medium problem are asked

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Easy for yourself
  • Q2. Your family bg
  • Ans. 

    My family background is diverse and includes a mix of cultures and traditions.

    • My family is multicultural, with members from different countries.

    • We celebrate various holidays and traditions from different cultures.

    • We speak multiple languages at home.

    • My family values education and hard work.

    • My parents have different professions, providing a range of perspectives and experiences.

  • 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 before Mar 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basic civil related apti was taken in the beginning

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Today's current topic were given such as EV vehicle and religion were given

Round 4 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic knowledge of civil and also company requirements were asked.
  • Q2. Be confident and hope for best. Because few times very less members are selected

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basic knowledge of civil is must and should know construction of JSW

Mahagenco Interview FAQs

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