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Updated 19 Jun 2024

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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you want to work here, given your technical background

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posted on 10 May 2018

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Aug 2017. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Solve few SQL joins.
  • Q2. .Net developer profile and the technologies I can get, everything was eye wash post joining

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Manager + Lead round (not sure what kind of round is this)
Experience: details about the work profile, most of which never happened post joining.

General Tips: If you come from technical background, please do not join PwC SDC and jeopardize our career. There is no technical setup, neither any infrastructure, technical work wont just happen except for few bits n pieces UI work here n there. This is not a company for technical people.
Skills: Communication
Duration: 1-4 weeks

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PwC user image Anonymous

posted on 13 May 2018

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Normally they asked from CMA Syllabus

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Syllabus for written test is CMA Syllabus, general knowledge in Computer.

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 26 Jul 2017

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Self intro Technical

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical round
Experience: Computer skills

Round: Manager Round
Experience: Manager asked about experience and academics questions

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2018. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Regarding my subject, prev. cos. project general knowledge, excel practical skills

Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: be honest and be yourself. whatever u know whether its right or wrong say it with confidence and whatever u do not know or partially know it say it " i am not aware of it". always have yes to do attitude. try not to stammer and stay calm.
Skills: Communication, Body Language
Duration: <1 week

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 10 Aug 2021

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Aug 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is your project?
  • Q2. What is the Latest embedded systems?
  • Ans. 

    The latest embedded systems are focused on IoT, AI, and machine learning.

    • Embedded systems are becoming more connected to the internet of things (IoT)

    • AI and machine learning are being integrated into embedded systems for improved performance

    • Low-power consumption and high-performance processors are being developed for embedded systems

    • Examples include Amazon Echo, Nest Thermostat, and Fitbit

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be bold and review your full resume.. All the questions were asked in your resume only..

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Toughest Situation you faced till now

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be Confident, Bold and Answer frankly.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. PI, computer network questions and basic computer questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nothing to feel nervous. The interview will be held very enjoyable manner

I was interviewed before Sep 2021.

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 - Aptitude Test 

It was a Normal test. Basic IQ is required

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Checks about your location and discussed the salary
  • Q2. Asks about your qualifications and backlogs if any.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Best of luck. May you do well. All the best. I will you all the best for all the future interviews

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Dec 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Regarding excel and SAP

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be preaperd for the role for which you ra egoing
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