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Updated 17 Jun 2025
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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Scheduling algorithms in OS. (Implement LRU using choice of your language)
Ans. 

LRU (Least Recently Used) is a scheduling algorithm used in operating systems to manage memory efficiently.

  • LRU replaces the least recently used page when a new page needs to be allocated in memory.

  • It uses a data structure called a cache to store recently used pages.

  • When a page is accessed, it is moved to the front of the cache, and the least recently used page is removed if the cache is full.

  • Implementing LRU can b...

An Analyst was asked
Q. What is a portfolio? How do you measure risk?
Ans. 

A portfolio is a collection of investments. Risk can be measured through standard deviation, beta, or value at risk.

  • A portfolio is a combination of different investments such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds.

  • The purpose of a portfolio is to diversify investments and reduce risk.

  • Risk can be measured through standard deviation, which measures the volatility of returns.

  • Beta measures the sensitivity of a portfolio t...

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An Analyst was asked
Q. What is beta? What is Value at risk? What is formula for beta?
Ans. 

Beta is a measure of a stock's volatility. Value at risk is a statistical measure of potential losses. Formula for beta is Covariance(Stock, Market) / Variance(Market).

  • Beta measures a stock's sensitivity to market movements.

  • Value at risk is the maximum potential loss that an investment portfolio may suffer within a given time frame.

  • Beta formula is calculated by dividing the covariance of the stock and market retur...

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An Analyst was asked
Q. What is covariance? How does it measure sensitivity? What is volatility?
Ans. 

Covariance measures the relationship between two variables. It measures sensitivity by indicating the direction of the relationship.

  • Covariance is a statistical measure that shows how two variables are related to each other.

  • It measures the direction of the relationship between two variables.

  • A positive covariance indicates that the two variables move in the same direction.

  • A negative covariance indicates that the two...

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An Analyst was asked
Q. What is WACC? How do value a company? Suggest a method that can help you decide on project undertaking?
Ans. 

WACC is the weighted average cost of capital. To value a company, one can use various methods such as DCF, comparables, or precedent transactions. A method to decide on project undertaking is NPV analysis.

  • WACC is the average cost of all the capital a company has raised

  • To value a company, one can use DCF, comparables, or precedent transactions

  • DCF involves projecting future cash flows and discounting them back to pr...

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A Quality Auditor was asked
Q. Causes of overheating in engine
Ans. 

Overheating in an engine can be caused by various factors.

  • Insufficient coolant levels

  • Malfunctioning thermostat

  • Blocked radiator

  • Faulty water pump

  • Leaking or damaged hoses

  • Clogged or dirty air filters

  • Excessive load or towing

  • Engine timing issues

  • Faulty cooling fan

  • Improperly functioning temperature sensor

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A Sr. CSE was asked
Q. Satisfaction of customer
Ans. 

Customer satisfaction is crucial for business success.

  • Regularly gather feedback from customers

  • Address customer complaints promptly and effectively

  • Offer personalized solutions to meet customer needs

  • Provide excellent customer service at all times

  • Continuously improve products and services based on customer feedback

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A Management Trainee was asked
Q. Q.4.) Case Study - 1.Aim was to maximize revenue by distributing demand between micro/mini and prime 2. Matching supply and demand during the day to increase utilization of cabs
Ans. 

The aim was to maximize revenue by distributing demand between micro/mini and prime cabs and matching supply and demand during the day to increase utilization.

  • Implement dynamic pricing to incentivize customers to choose micro/mini or prime cabs based on demand and availability

  • Use data analytics to identify peak demand hours and locations to allocate more cabs accordingly

  • Offer discounts or promotions during off-pea...

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Different types of BroadCasts and Broadcast Receivers
Ans. 

Broadcasts are messages sent by the system or apps to inform other components of an event. Broadcast Receivers listen for these messages.

  • Types of Broadcasts: Normal Broadcasts, Ordered Broadcasts, Sticky Broadcasts

  • Types of Broadcast Receivers: Static Receivers, Dynamic Receivers

  • Examples: System broadcasts like battery low, custom broadcasts within an app

A Software Developer was asked
Q. Persistent Storage types in Android
Ans. 

Android provides various persistent storage options like SharedPreferences, SQLite databases, and internal/external storage.

  • SharedPreferences: Key-value pairs stored in XML files.

  • SQLite databases: Structured relational databases for storing data.

  • Internal storage: Private storage for app-specific files.

  • External storage: Public storage for files accessible by other apps.

Ola Cabs Interview Experiences

145 interviews found

Lead DBA Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 16 Feb 2025

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Data base upgrades, migration, cost optimisation , moderation, data security, backups and restore, DR
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Datbase related
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - New joiners best for learning but not expect for work life balances and growth part.
No additional work allowances , comp-ff , cab service and food etc.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Closure
  • Ans. 

    Closure is a function that captures the environment in which it was created, allowing it to access variables from that environment even after the function has finished executing.

    • Closure allows a function to access variables from its outer scope even after the function has finished executing.

    • It is created when a function is defined within another function and the inner function references variables from the outer functi...

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  • Q2. Flat nested array
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Machine coding questions
  • Q2. Das based questions
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Simple questions
  • Q2. Simple questions one on one

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 3 Mar 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Feb 2025.

Round 1 - Case Study 

A case study on business emphasizes that without customers, a business cannot thrive; therefore, I regard customers as paramount and strive to give my best for them. From the beginning of your interaction, always greet customers warmly, whether it's with "good morning," "good afternoon," or "good evening." At the conclusion of the trip, offer a genuine smile and say something meaningful. Customer satisfaction and trust in Ola will foster a strong bond with the Ola cab service.

Round 2 - Assignment 

Discussing money-making strategies and Ola's policies.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Honesty and safe driving should be treated with the same care and consideration we give to our family members.
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Coding Test 

6 sections were there- AI/ML, SQL, Python, R, Statistics & Probability, and 2 coding questions

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Brief about yourself
  • Q2. How we make cash flow of a company having continued and discontinued operations
  • Ans. 

    Cash flow of a company with continued and discontinued operations is calculated by combining cash flows from both segments.

    • Combine cash flows from both continued and discontinued operations to get total cash flow

    • Consider any one-time gains or losses from discontinued operations separately

    • Analyze the impact of discontinued operations on overall cash flow

    • Ensure accurate reporting of cash flows from both segments in finan...

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  • Q3. Questions on leases as per IAS

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Ola Cabs Assistant Manager Finance interview:
  • CARO
  • INDAS
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Cash Flow Statement
  • Leases
  • Financial Accounting
  • Analytical skills
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Brush up your Financial Reporting concepts and around your current experience.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Aug 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Ambitionbox.com I really invested a lot I was expecting last huge amount of money but definitely i lost everything I have invested and I was battling with depression and frustrated

Interview Preparation Tips

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Cabin Supervisor Interview Questions & Answers

user image Hardik Deswal

posted on 4 Apr 2025

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

I appeared for an interview in Mar 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Driving licence
  • Q2. Driving skills , car management
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Based on linked list
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Based in tree Data Structure
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Based on the graph and one from aptitude

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Medium-level DSA questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What apps do you use
  • Ans. 

    I use a variety of apps for research, data analysis, and communication.

    • Microsoft Excel for data analysis

    • Google Scholar for research articles

    • Slack for team communication

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  • Q2. What methods of research are you familiar with
  • Ans. 

    I am familiar with various research methods including qualitative, quantitative, experimental, and survey research.

    • Qualitative research involves collecting non-numerical data such as interviews, observations, and focus groups.

    • Quantitative research focuses on numerical data and statistical analysis to draw conclusions.

    • Experimental research involves manipulating variables to test cause-and-effect relationships.

    • Survey res...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Hardworking
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sql Medium Level questions
  • Q2. Easy guesstimates were asked
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Caee Study was asked
  • Q2. Resume grilling was done
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you want to join Ola ?
  • Ans. 

    I want to join Ola because of its innovative technology, market leadership, and potential for growth.

    • Ola is a market leader in the ride-sharing industry, which presents exciting challenges and opportunities for a business analyst.

    • I am impressed by Ola's focus on innovation and technology, which aligns with my passion for leveraging data and analytics to drive business decisions.

    • I believe Ola's fast-paced environment an...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Salary Negotiation was done

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Pretty easy Interview. Just brushup basics

Ola Cabs Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Ola Cabs interview?
Ola Cabs interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Ola Cabs interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Ola Cabs 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 Ola Cabs. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Ola Cabs expect are Python, Computer science, Automotive, MySQL and Financial Services.
What are the top questions asked in Ola Cabs interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Ola Cabs interview -

  1. Case study- Ola has completed 2 years of operations at Jaipur without any compe...read more
  2. What is WACC? How do value a company? Suggest a method that can help you decide...read more
  3. Q.1.) Which data analysis tools/software have you used before? Be thorough with...read more
What are the most common questions asked in Ola Cabs HR round?

The most common HR questions asked in Ola Cabs interview are -

  1. Tell me about yourse...read more
  2. Why are you looking for a chan...read more
  3. What are your salary expectatio...read more
How long is the Ola Cabs interview process?

The duration of Ola Cabs interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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