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Updated 26 Jun 2022

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RAN Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 26 Jun 2022

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Jun 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. LTE and 5g nr call flow
  • Q2. Architecture components of lte and 5g nr
  • Ans. 

    LTE and 5G NR have different architecture components.

    • LTE has evolved packet core (EPC) and radio access network (RAN) components

    • 5G NR has next-generation core (NGC) and RAN components

    • Both LTE and 5G NR have similar RAN components such as base stations and antennas

    • 5G NR introduces new RAN components such as massive MIMO and beamforming

    • Both LTE and 5G NR have similar core network components such as mobility management en...

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Interview Questionnaire 

23 Questions

  • Q1. Bill of material of 1 KM 11 KV line
  • Ans. 

    The bill of material for a 1 KM 11 KV line includes various components such as conductors, insulators, transformers, and poles.

    • Conductors: Copper or aluminum cables used to transmit electricity.

    • Insulators: Materials like porcelain or polymer used to support and isolate the conductors.

    • Transformers: Devices used to step up or step down the voltage.

    • Poles: Structures to support the conductors and maintain their position.

    • Ot...

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  • Q2. Bill of material of 1 KM AB cable line
  • Ans. 

    The bill of material for a 1 KM AB cable line includes various components.

    • The cable itself

    • Insulators

    • Connectors

    • Poles or towers

    • Grounding equipment

    • Hardware such as bolts and clamps

    • Tools for installation

    • Safety equipment

    • Transportation costs

    • Labor costs

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  • Q3. Bill of material of 1KM underground line 33 KV ,11,KV,LT lines
  • Ans. 

    The bill of material for a 1KM underground line with 33KV, 11KV, and LT lines.

    • The bill of material should include all necessary components for the underground line.

    • Components may include cables, transformers, switchgear, and other electrical equipment.

    • The quantity of each component should be specified in the bill of material.

    • The bill of material should also include any necessary accessories such as clamps, connectors,

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  • Q4. Testing commissioning of RMU ,relay setting
  • Ans. 

    Testing and commissioning of RMU and relay setting is a crucial aspect of project engineering.

    • Testing and commissioning of RMU involves verifying the functionality of the switchgear and ensuring it is safe for operation.

    • Relay setting involves configuring the protection relays to ensure they operate correctly in the event of a fault.

    • Testing and commissioning should be carried out in accordance with relevant standards an...

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  • Q5. Transformer earthing
  • Q6. What is lightning arrestor
  • Ans. 

    A lightning arrestor is a device used to protect electrical equipment from lightning strikes.

    • It is also known as a surge arrester or lightning diverter.

    • It works by providing a low-impedance path for lightning current to flow to the ground.

    • It is commonly used in power distribution systems, telecommunication networks, and buildings.

    • Examples include metal oxide varistors, gas discharge tubes, and carbon block arrestors.

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  • Q7. Soil conductivity test
  • Q8. Transformer testing
  • Q9. ACSR conductor testing ABC testing Pannel testing Structure testing
  • Q10. Earthing Earthing of transformer Earthing of lightning arrester Earthing of sub station Earthing of single pole Earthing of pannels
  • Q11. What is discharge rods
  • Ans. 

    Discharge rods are grounding devices used to discharge static electricity from equipment or machinery.

    • Also known as grounding rods or earthing rods

    • Typically made of copper or aluminum

    • Used in industries such as oil and gas, chemical, and manufacturing

    • Prevents damage to equipment and potential safety hazards

    • Example: Discharge rods are commonly used in refineries to prevent explosions caused by static electricity buildup.

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  • Q12. Size of conductors Size of cables
  • Ans. 

    The size of conductors and cables is an important factor in determining their electrical properties and performance.

    • The size of a conductor is determined by its cross-sectional area, which affects its resistance and current-carrying capacity.

    • Cable size is determined by the current it needs to carry and the distance it needs to travel.

    • Larger conductors and cables can carry more current and have lower resistance, but may...

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  • Q13. What is GTP What is MQP What is FQP
  • Ans. 

    GTP is a protocol used in cellular communication. MQP and FQP are not commonly used acronyms.

    • GTP stands for GPRS Tunnelling Protocol

    • It is used in cellular communication to allow data transfer between different networks

    • MQP and FQP are not commonly used acronyms and may refer to specific organizations or products

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  • Q14. Transformer oil testing
  • Q15. Cable insulation testing Continuity testing High pot test
  • Q16. What is HDD machine
  • Ans. 

    HDD machine is a drilling machine used for horizontal directional drilling.

    • HDD stands for Horizontal Directional Drilling

    • It is used for underground drilling without disturbing the surface

    • It is commonly used for laying pipelines, cables, and conduits

    • The machine uses a drill stem and a drilling fluid to bore through the ground

    • It requires skilled operators and engineers to operate and plan the drilling process

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  • Q17. PSC pole STP pole RS joist pole Rail pole
  • Q18. HDPE PIPE GI PIPE PLB duct
  • Q19. Chemical earthing Electrical earthing
  • Q20. Jointing of cables Jointing of conductors
  • Ans. 

    Jointing of cables and conductors is a crucial aspect of project engineering.

    • Jointing involves connecting two or more cables or conductors to ensure continuity of electrical flow.

    • Various methods of jointing include crimping, soldering, and welding.

    • Factors such as the type of cable, voltage, and current capacity must be considered when selecting a jointing method.

    • Proper insulation and sealing of joints is essential to p...

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  • Q21. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    Experienced project engineer with a background in civil engineering and a passion for problem-solving and team collaboration.

    • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

    • 5+ years of experience in project management

    • Proficient in AutoCAD and project management software

    • Strong communication and leadership skills

    • Successfully led a team in completing a major infrastructure project on time and within budget

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  • Q22. Previous company and project details
  • Q23. Salary discussion

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I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2019. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Event loop , Execution context , closure , link list implementation ,
  • Q2. Call , bind ,apply and how is it diff from new lambda functions , pub sub implementation in object oriented javascript , css flexbox etc.

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Oprical fiber

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. They are asking for my previous experience details & FTTH,NLD,MT, related questions

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. About fiber color coding, OTDR, LSPM, Losses, etc

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. They tell about your experience
  • Q2. Where did you do work They ask project name Did you know HDD What do you know about duct laying Process of duct laying and fiber laying etc
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. 1m3 concrete use cement
  • Q2. 1sqm2 plaster use cement kg
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is stm-1 link
  • Ans. 

    STM-1 link refers to a Synchronous Transport Module level 1 link used in telecommunications for transmitting data.

    • STM-1 link operates at a data rate of 155.52 Mbps.

    • It is commonly used in SDH (Synchronous Digital Hierarchy) networks.

    • STM-1 link can carry multiple DS3 or E3 circuits.

    • It is equivalent to 63 E1 channels or 28 DS1 channels.

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  • Q2. What is Ip address and subnet mask
  • Ans. 

    An IP address is a unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network, while a subnet mask is used to divide an IP network into subnetworks.

    • IP address identifies a device on a network, like 192.168.1.1

    • Subnet mask determines the network portion of an IP address, like 255.255.255.0

    • Subnet mask is used to separate the network and host portions of an IP address

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  • Q3. What is OSI and TCP/IP Model
  • Ans. 

    OSI and TCP/IP models are networking models that define how data is transmitted over a network.

    • OSI model has 7 layers: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, Application.

    • TCP/IP model has 4 layers: Network Interface, Internet, Transport, Application.

    • OSI model is theoretical while TCP/IP model is practical and widely used.

    • OSI model is a reference model while TCP/IP model is a protocol stack.

    • Examp...

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  • Q4. What are the requirements for the implementation of stm-1 link and what is the capacity of stm-1 link
  • Ans. 

    Requirements and capacity of stm-1 link implementation

    • Requirements include fiber optic cables, SDH equipment, and proper configuration

    • Capacity of stm-1 link is 155.52 Mbps

    • STM-1 link is commonly used in telecommunications for high-speed data transmission

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Round 2 - Technical 

(15 Questions)

  • Q1. What is ip address and difference between ipv4 and ipv6?
  • Ans. 

    An IP address is a unique numerical label assigned to each device connected to a computer network. IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses, while IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses.

    • IP address is a unique identifier for devices on a network.

    • IPv4 uses 32-bit addresses, represented in decimal format (e.g. 192.168.1.1).

    • IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses, represented in hexadecimal format (e.g. 2001:0db8:85a3:0000:0000:8a2e:0370:7334).

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  • Q2. What is vlan and vlan-id
  • Ans. 

    VLAN stands for Virtual Local Area Network. VLAN ID is a unique identifier assigned to a VLAN.

    • VLAN is a logical grouping of devices on the same network segment.

    • VLANs help in segmenting network traffic for security and performance reasons.

    • VLAN ID is a number assigned to each VLAN to differentiate it from others.

    • For example, VLAN 10 might be used for finance department while VLAN 20 for marketing.

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  • Q3. What is layer-2 and layer-3 services. Also what is the difference between them.
  • Ans. 

    Layer-2 and layer-3 services refer to different levels of network services in the OSI model.

    • Layer-2 services operate at the data link layer and include functions like MAC address assignment and Ethernet switching.

    • Layer-3 services operate at the network layer and include functions like IP address assignment and routing.

    • The main difference between layer-2 and layer-3 services is the level at which they operate in the OSI...

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  • Q4. Explain sdh structure and sdh frame
  • Ans. 

    SDH structure refers to the hierarchy of synchronous digital signals, while SDH frame is the basic unit of data transmission in SDH networks.

    • SDH structure includes various levels such as STM-1, STM-4, STM-16, etc.

    • SDH frame consists of a fixed number of bytes, with overhead for management and error correction.

    • SDH frame structure includes sections, lines, and paths for data transmission.

    • Example: STM-1 is a common level i...

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  • Q5. What is DCCR and DCCM?
  • Ans. 

    DCCR stands for Data Center Control Room and DCCM stands for Data Center Construction Manager.

    • DCCR is a centralized location within a data center where operators monitor the performance of servers, networks, and other equipment.

    • DCCM is responsible for overseeing the construction and maintenance of data center facilities.

    • Examples: DCCR helps in ensuring smooth operations of data centers by monitoring and managing resour...

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  • Q6. What is ipv4 and ipv6 address of google dns server
  • Ans. 

    IPv4 address of Google DNS server is 8.8.8.8 and IPv6 address is 2001:4860:4860::8888.

    • IPv4 address: 8.8.8.8

    • IPv6 address: 2001:4860:4860::8888

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  • Q7. What is subnet mask and how to calculate the no. Of usable ip's. What is network host ip and broadcast ip
  • Ans. 

    Subnet mask is used to divide an IP network into subnetworks, determining the network and host portions of an IP address.

    • Subnet mask is a 32-bit number that separates the network and host portions of an IP address.

    • To calculate the number of usable IPs in a subnet, subtract 2 from the total number of IPs in the subnet.

    • Network host IP is the first IP address in a subnet, while broadcast IP is the last IP address in a sub...

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  • Q8. What are different kinds of cards used in tejas 1400 and 1600 mux.
  • Ans. 

    Different kinds of cards used in Tejas 1400 and 1600 mux include line cards, switch cards, and power cards.

    • Line cards: used for connecting the mux to external devices

    • Switch cards: used for routing data within the mux

    • Power cards: used for providing power to the mux

    • Examples: STM-1 line card, STM-4 switch card, power supply card

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  • Q9. What is difference between xa60g and xa20g card.
  • Ans. 

    The main difference between xa60g and xa20g cards is the processing power and memory capacity.

    • xa60g card has higher processing power and memory capacity compared to xa20g card

    • xa60g card is more suitable for high-performance computing tasks

    • xa20g card may be more cost-effective for less demanding applications

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  • Q10. What is gpon technology? Also explain briefly gpon architecture?
  • Ans. 

    GPON technology is a type of passive optical network that uses fiber-optic cables to deliver high-speed internet, TV, and phone services.

    • GPON stands for Gigabit Passive Optical Network

    • It uses a point-to-multipoint architecture, where a single optical fiber serves multiple users

    • GPON architecture includes an Optical Line Terminal (OLT) at the service provider's central office and Optical Network Terminals (ONTs) at the c...

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  • Q11. How to add and delete nodes in NMS?
  • Ans. 

    Nodes can be added and deleted in NMS by using the management interface or command line interface.

    • Nodes can be added through the management interface by selecting the 'Add Node' option and providing the necessary information such as IP address, hostname, and SNMP credentials.

    • Nodes can also be added through the command line interface by using specific commands to add a new node to the network management system.

    • To delete...

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  • Q12. How to upgrade software in olt, ont and tejas 1400 locally and from nms?
  • Ans. 

    To upgrade software in OLT, ONT, and Tejas 1400 locally and from NMS, follow these steps.

    • Locally: Use a USB drive to transfer the software update file to the device. Access the device's management interface and initiate the upgrade process.

    • From NMS: Use the Network Management System (NMS) to remotely push the software update to the devices. Schedule the upgrade during off-peak hours to minimize disruption.

    • Ensure compat...

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  • Q13. What are different types of alarms occuring in tejas equipments
  • Ans. 

    Different types of alarms in Tejas equipments include power alarms, temperature alarms, and communication alarms.

    • Power alarms: indicate issues with power supply or voltage levels

    • Temperature alarms: alert when equipment temperature exceeds safe limits

    • Communication alarms: signal problems with data transmission or network connectivity

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  • Q14. Explain VCG, VCAT
  • Ans. 

    VCG stands for Voltage Controlled Gain and VCAT stands for Voltage Controlled Attenuator.

    • VCG is a circuit that adjusts the gain of an amplifier based on a control voltage.

    • VCAT is a circuit that adjusts the attenuation of a signal based on a control voltage.

    • Both VCG and VCAT are commonly used in electronic devices to control signal levels.

    • Example: VCG can be used in audio amplifiers to adjust the volume based on user in...

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  • Q15. What is ipmpls? What are the advantages of MPLS? Which one is better mpls or traditional routing.
  • Ans. 

    MPLS stands for Multiprotocol Label Switching. It is a protocol used in high-performance telecommunications networks.

    • Advantages of MPLS include improved performance, scalability, quality of service, and traffic engineering capabilities

    • MPLS allows for efficient packet forwarding based on labels instead of IP addresses

    • MPLS can support different types of traffic, such as voice, video, and data, with different service leve...

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was about telecom

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Self introduction

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