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Updated 19 Jan 2025

NTPC Diploma Trainee Engineer Interview Experiences

1 interview found

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

I applied via LinkedIn

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

My aptitude test should be taken from Math Science.

Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Electrical engineering
  • Q2. What is a transformer?
  • Q3. How does a thermal power plant work ?
  • Q4. What is the difference between high voltage transmission line and low voltage transmission line?

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

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is transformer?
  • Ans. 

    A transformer is a static electrical device that transfers electrical energy between two or more circuits through electromagnetic induction.

    • Consists of two or more coils of insulated wire wound around a core

    • Primary coil receives electrical energy and induces a magnetic field in the core

    • Secondary coil receives the magnetic field and converts it back into electrical energy

    • Used in power distribution, voltage regulation, a...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is transformer principle?
  • Ans. 

    Transformer principle is based on the phenomenon of electromagnetic induction, where changing magnetic field induces voltage in a coil.

    • Transformers work on the principle of electromagnetic induction

    • They consist of two coils, primary and secondary, linked by a magnetic core

    • When alternating current flows through the primary coil, it creates a changing magnetic field

    • This changing magnetic field induces a voltage in the se...

  • Answered by AI

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Related to diploma (Electrical engineering)
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
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. Power plants supply working
  • Ans. 

    Power plants supply electricity to meet the demand of consumers and industries.

    • Power plants generate electricity through various methods such as burning fossil fuels, nuclear reactions, or renewable sources like wind or solar power.

    • The electricity generated is transmitted through power lines to homes, businesses, and industries.

    • Power plants play a crucial role in ensuring a reliable supply of electricity to meet the ne...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at Government Polytechnic, Jalna and was interviewed in May 2023. 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.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

About substation details, Components working

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Preparation of interview with best regards

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Siemens Energy Diploma Trainee Engineer interview:
  • Substation
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Rotary and static equipment
  • Q2. Pump and vessel experience
  • Ans. 

    I have experience working with pumps and vessels in various projects during my diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

    • I have hands-on experience in designing, installing, and maintaining pumps and vessels for different industrial applications.

    • I am familiar with different types of pumps such as centrifugal pumps, reciprocating pumps, and gear pumps.

    • I have worked on sizing and selecting pumps based on the flow rate, head, and...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Rotary and static equipment pump gearbox
  • Q4. Exchanger and colme
  • Q5. Vesale experience

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is fuel injection?
  • Ans. 

    Fuel injection is a system that delivers fuel into an internal combustion engine in a controlled manner.

    • Fuel injection replaces carburetors in modern engines.

    • It improves fuel efficiency, power output, and emissions.

    • There are different types of fuel injection systems, such as direct injection and port injection.

    • Fuel injectors spray fuel into the combustion chamber or intake manifold.

    • The amount of fuel injected is contro...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Simple and hample .answer the questions loudly and correctly

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Oct 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Technical + general aptitude questions , , ,Control system based questions, degree level questions were few

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Related to basics of Transformer
  • Q2. Switchgear questions
  • Q3. Why electrical engineering
  • Ans. 

    I chose electrical engineering because of my fascination with electricity and its applications in modern technology.

    • I have always been interested in how electricity works and how it powers our daily lives.

    • I enjoy learning about the latest advancements in electrical technology and how they can be applied to solve real-world problems.

    • Electrical engineering offers a wide range of career opportunities, from designing and b...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Internship / work experience related questions
  • Q5. Different types of protection schemes
  • Ans. 

    Protection schemes are used to safeguard electrical equipment from damage due to faults or abnormal conditions.

    • Overcurrent protection

    • Earth fault protection

    • Differential protection

    • Distance protection

    • Under/overvoltage protection

    • Reverse power protection

    • Frequency protection

    • Generator protection

    • Transformer protection

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Experience matters, do good internships and prepare well for the interview
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
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. Power plants supply working
  • Ans. 

    Power plants supply electricity to meet the demand of consumers and industries.

    • Power plants generate electricity through various methods such as burning fossil fuels, nuclear reactions, or renewable sources like wind or solar power.

    • The electricity generated is transmitted through power lines to homes, businesses, and industries.

    • Power plants play a crucial role in ensuring a reliable supply of electricity to meet the ne...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at Government Polytechnic, Jalna and was interviewed in May 2023. There were 3 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 

About substation details, Components working

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Preparation of interview with best regards

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Siemens Energy Diploma Trainee Engineer interview:
  • Substation
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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Bio-data and technical questions
  • Q2. Heat engineering and thermodynamics
  • Q3. Engine gear and any

Interview Preparation Tips

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NTPC Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in NTPC Diploma Trainee Engineer interview?
NTPC interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the NTPC interview process are Technical and Aptitude Test.
What are the top questions asked in NTPC Diploma Trainee Engineer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the NTPC Diploma Trainee Engineer interview -

  1. What is the difference between high voltage transmission line and low voltage t...read more
  2. How does a thermal power plant wor...read more
  3. What is a transform...read more

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