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NTPC Senior Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 9 Sep 2021

NTPC Senior Engineer Interview Experiences

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. What are your roles in your current job
  • Ans. Explaned about my roles and responsibilities
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. How do you tackle vibrations in axial fans
  • Ans. 

    To tackle vibrations in axial fans, proper balancing, alignment, and maintenance are essential.

    • Perform dynamic balancing of the fan blades to minimize vibrations.

    • Ensure proper alignment of the fan with the motor and the surrounding structure.

    • Regularly inspect and maintain the fan components to prevent wear and tear.

    • Use vibration analysis techniques to identify and address any potential issues.

    • Consider installing vibrat...

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  • Q3. What are the challenges you faced your job
  • Ans. Explained about our ID fan hydro coupling issue
  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q4. What permit system do you follow
  • Ans. 

    We follow a permit system based on the project requirements and local regulations.

    • Our permit system ensures compliance with safety standards and legal requirements.

    • We obtain permits for activities such as construction, electrical work, and hazardous material handling.

    • The specific permit requirements vary depending on the nature of the project and the location.

    • We work closely with regulatory authorities to ensure timely...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Know the constraints in your answer so that interviewer not go further into particular topic

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Other Interview
Experience: There is one round combined interview(Technical+HR)
They have mentioned very clearly what they are looking for.
In HR they asked questions based on hobbies
Tips: Since they have mentioned very clearly what they are looking for so give more importance to that things

Skill Tips: Refresh all basics but particularly Thermal engineering not entire mechanical engineering
Skills: Thermal engineering, Mechanical engineering
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Initial shortlisting was based on resume
Tips: A good resume ensure your selection for interview

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: There was one round Technical cum HR Interview
For technical
The questions were on basics of power systems(Undergraduate stuff) but more oriented towards PGCIL work that is related to Transformers,Generators,Transmission lines etc.
Apart from this basic knowledge of HVDC were tested.also questions were asked related to the indian powergrid like voltage levelsuse of phasor ,measurement units,Interconnection of grids, major HVDC links etc.
For HR
They asked about my hobbies,schooling etc.general HR questions ,nothing peculiar
Tips: 1.Focus on the Basics of power systems(mostly undergraduate level)
2.Also go through reports(Technical,about future plans,enquiry reports of grid collapse) which found on PGCIL website and other websites like ministry of power,CERC etc.

General Tips: One has to be very confident and relaxed
Skill Tips: They will see how your knowledge in power systems help PGCIL .so Focus on topic related to PGCIL like Generators,Transformers,Transmission lines etc.
Skills: Substation Automation, Power systems
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. One building designed for some place like delhi later supposed to shifted to chennai then will yo do changes in the design?if yes explain

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: One round Technical cum HR interview
Typical PSU interview ,casual questions about my project and questions related to that only-Earthquake effect on structures and its design process. Richter scale and any other scale for earthquake.
Wind and Earthquake code provisions like return period in both cases, severemost Earthquake ever occured on ground.

Skill Tips: Generally Questions Asked from your project so clear the concept of project. Earthquake effect on a structure and its design process was asked.
Skills: Based on project
College Name: IIT MADRAS

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Earthquake effects on structures and its design process. Richter scale and other scales for earthquakes
  • Ans. 

    Earthquake effects on structures and design process, including Richter scale and other scales.

    • Earthquakes can cause various effects on structures, such as shaking, ground rupture, and liquefaction.

    • The design process for structures takes into account the potential seismic forces and aims to ensure safety.

    • The Richter scale is a logarithmic scale used to measure the magnitude of an earthquake.

    • Other scales used for earthqu...

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  • Q2. A building designed for some place like Delhi, later supposed to shifted to Chennai, then will you do changes in the design? If yes explain. Would you prefer OPC or PPC for Delhi climate?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: Will be like a typical PSU interview. Technical questions especially the ones related to your projects can be expected.
Tips: Preparation: Maintain a good CGPA
Scholastic achievements
Projects done

Skill Tips: ""
College Name: IIT Madras

I was interviewed before Nov 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. About yourself
  • Q2. Will you work at any location
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to work at any location for the Senior Engineer position.

    • I am open to relocating for the right opportunity

    • I have experience working in different locations

    • I am flexible and adaptable to new environments

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  • Q3. Why you think you can work in any adverse situation
  • Ans. 

    I have a proven track record of staying calm and focused in challenging situations, allowing me to problem-solve effectively.

    • I have experience working in high-pressure environments and have successfully delivered projects on time despite obstacles.

    • I am adaptable and can quickly assess a situation to determine the best course of action.

    • I have strong problem-solving skills and can think creatively to find solutions in ad

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 100

Round: Group Discussion
Duration: 20 minutes

Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

CESC user image Anonymous

posted on 28 Sep 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Numerical, logical reasoning, verbal ability

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

General topic on current affair in power sector

Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

CESC user image Anonymous

posted on 22 Sep 2021

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

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Draw Induction Motor equivalent ckt.
  • Ans. 

    Induction Motor equivalent circuit consists of stator and rotor circuits with mutual induction.

    • The stator circuit includes three-phase winding and a power source.

    • The rotor circuit includes rotor winding and a short-circuited conductor.

    • The mutual induction between stator and rotor circuits causes the rotor to rotate.

    • The equivalent circuit can be represented using a circuit diagram with resistances, inductances, and mutu...

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  • Q2. Draw B-H curve
  • Ans. 

    B-H curve is a graph that shows the relationship between magnetic field strength and magnetic flux density.

    • B-H curve is used to characterize the magnetic properties of a material.

    • It is a plot of magnetic flux density (B) versus magnetic field strength (H).

    • The slope of the curve at any point is the permeability of the material at that point.

    • The curve can be used to determine the saturation point of a material.

    • Examples o...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus mostly on Electrical Machines and Power systems if you belong to electrical background.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed before Nov 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the 164 notification
  • Ans. 

    The 164 notification is a notification sent by a system to alert users of a specific event or action.

    • The 164 notification typically includes important information or updates that users need to be aware of.

    • It can be triggered by various events such as system errors, completed tasks, or new messages.

    • Users may receive the 164 notification through email, text message, or within the system itself.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the use of winch machine
  • Ans. 

    A winch machine is used for lifting or pulling heavy objects using a motor-driven cable or rope.

    • Used in construction for lifting heavy materials

    • Commonly used in off-road vehicles for recovery purposes

    • Found on boats for raising and lowering anchors

    • Can be used in forestry for dragging logs

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't come to this Company
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Transformer releted protection and testing
  • Q2. Relay protection
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary discussed
  • Q2. All releted document

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