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NTPC GE Power Services Engineer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 26 Mar 2025

Top NTPC GE Power Services Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. What are common vacuum pump failures and their causes? How do you check for vacuum leaks in a system?
  • Q2. How do you start and stop a CEP safely? What are the possible causes of cavitation in a CEP, and how can it be avoided?
  • Q3. How do you start and stop a boiler feed pump safely?

NTPC GE Power Services Engineer Interview Experiences

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Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 26 Mar 2025

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

I appeared for an interview in Sep 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. How do you start and stop a boiler feed pump safely?
  • Ans. 

    Starting and stopping a boiler feed pump requires careful procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.

    • Check the pump and system for any leaks or damage before starting.

    • Ensure that the boiler is at the correct pressure and temperature.

    • Open the isolation valves to allow water flow to the pump.

    • Start the pump using the control panel, monitoring for unusual noises.

    • Once the pump is running, check the pressure gauges to ensure...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are common vacuum pump failures and their causes? How do you check for vacuum leaks in a system?
  • Ans. 

    Common vacuum pump failures include mechanical wear, seal leaks, and motor issues, often leading to performance loss.

    • Mechanical wear: Bearings and rotors can wear out over time, causing reduced efficiency.

    • Seal leaks: Damaged or worn seals can lead to loss of vacuum, impacting system performance.

    • Motor issues: Electrical failures or overheating can prevent the pump from operating correctly.

    • Contamination: Particles or flu...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How do you start and stop a CEP safely? What are the possible causes of cavitation in a CEP, and how can it be avoided?
  • Ans. 

    Safe operation of a CEP involves careful start/stop procedures and understanding cavitation causes and prevention.

    • Start the CEP gradually to avoid sudden pressure changes.

    • Monitor system parameters like flow rate and pressure during startup.

    • Stop the CEP by gradually reducing the load to prevent water hammer.

    • Cavitation can occur due to low inlet pressure or high fluid velocity.

    • To avoid cavitation, ensure adequate NPSH (N...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. If a blackout occurs in your plant, what immediate actions will you take?
  • Ans. 

    In case of a blackout, immediate actions include assessing the situation, ensuring safety, and restoring power efficiently.

    • Assess the situation: Check if the blackout is localized or widespread.

    • Ensure safety: Activate emergency lighting and guide personnel to safe areas.

    • Notify relevant personnel: Inform management and maintenance teams about the blackout.

    • Check backup systems: Verify if backup generators are operational...

  • Answered by AI

Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 26 Nov 2021

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Types of maintenance
  • Ans. 

    Types of maintenance include corrective, preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance.

    • Corrective maintenance involves fixing a problem after it has occurred.

    • Preventive maintenance involves regularly scheduled maintenance to prevent problems from occurring.

    • Predictive maintenance involves using data and analytics to predict when maintenance is needed.

    • Proactive maintenance involves identifying and addressing potentia...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Pm, CBM, breakdown

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good preparation needed technically

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Talk about power systems for 5 minutes
  • Ans. 

    Power systems are networks of electrical components and devices that generate, transmit, and distribute electrical power.

    • Power systems consist of power generation, transmission, and distribution components

    • Power generation can be from various sources such as coal, natural gas, nuclear, solar, wind, hydro, etc.

    • Transmission lines carry high voltage power over long distances to substations

    • Distribution lines carry lower vol...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics, based on your resume, cases, common study observtation/recommendations
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Expected CTC, y did u left the old job,

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Power Research & Development Consultants Engineer interview:
  • IEEE standards
  • load flow
  • short circuit
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - good for freshers, u can learn a lot in PRDC, i suggest people to join in utility dept.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jul 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About Self Introduction
Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. About Pipeline related codes
  • Q2. Ndt related codes & criteria
  • Q3. Tlp related standards

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be through with codes and standards of every process like welding,RT,Coating, Testing,Tlp etc.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. GI/MDPE Related Question

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Kindly ask the questions based on knowledge and communication skills.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Check my knowledge, communication skills, computer skills
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Experience on oil and gas construction
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience in oil and gas construction.

    • Managed construction projects for oil and gas pipelines

    • Coordinated with contractors and subcontractors to ensure project completion on time and within budget

    • Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry regulations

    • Experience with welding, piping, and instrumentation

    • Familiarity with industry standards and codes such as ASME, API, and ANSI

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  • Q2. Technical experience on Oil and Gas
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive technical experience in the Oil and Gas industry.

    • I have worked on various projects related to drilling, production, and refining.

    • I am familiar with industry standards and regulations such as API and ASME codes.

    • I have experience in designing and implementing safety measures to prevent accidents and ensure compliance.

    • I have worked with various equipment and technologies such as pumps, compressors, and pi...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well before attending in the meeting. Good questions on the technical and on the basis of experience
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Be honest with your years of experience. All information you share will be verified at the time of joining.
View all tips
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Your choice for interview
  • Q2. Only for your choice for interview
  • Q3. Only for your choice for interviewing
  • Q4. Can we petroleum

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Can we se petroleum to 2 .5 years experience

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Dec 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Basics of Power system.
  • Q2. Basics of Power System Analysis.
  • Q3. Basics & type of Load Flow Analysis.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Technical questions with good communication skills was tested. Maximum questions were related to Power System Analysis.

NTPC GE Power Services Interview FAQs

How to prepare for NTPC GE Power Services Engineer interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at NTPC GE Power Services. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at NTPC GE Power Services expect are PLC.
What are the top questions asked in NTPC GE Power Services Engineer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the NTPC GE Power Services Engineer interview -

  1. What are common vacuum pump failures and their causes? How do you check for vac...read more
  2. How do you start and stop a CEP safely? What are the possible causes of cavitat...read more
  3. How do you start and stop a boiler feed pump safe...read more

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