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Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Rahul Kandalam

posted on 14 Jan 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. Standard HR: Tell me about yourself, why this company and how do you think we help you reach your goals?
  • Q2. Tell me one cool thing you got to do at IIT
  • Ans. 

    I got to participate in a robotics competition at IIT

    • Designed and built a robot from scratch

    • Programmed the robot to complete tasks autonomously

    • Competed against other teams from different colleges

    • Learned valuable skills in engineering and teamwork

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why did you choose IIT and do you regret it? What's different here?
  • Ans. 

    I chose IIT for its reputation and opportunities. No regrets. The environment is competitive and challenging.

    • IIT has a strong reputation for producing successful graduates

    • I was attracted to the opportunities for research and innovation

    • The academic environment is highly competitive and challenging

    • I have no regrets about my decision to attend IIT

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. 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 to mar...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. 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 returns by...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. 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 vari...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. 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 present...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: It was not tough. Practiced lots of quant questions.Couldn't manage time for verbal. Overall, it was okay! I lost five minutes over one question.
Tips: Face the verbal questions at the end if there is no specific cut off.Score in quant and then touch verbal part.Don't spend more than 2 mins on a question.
Duration: 60 minutes
Total Questions: 60

Round: Interview
Experience: It was very informal and I told them that I got to work as a student consultant for a space mission when she asked me about the cool stuff I did here. I tried to impress her by telling her how I made use of my time here at IIT and how important it is to use the opportunities when they are at arm length distance.
Tips: Be honest and impress HR. Try to smile and be active. They like active and positive people.And prepare for standard HR questions.

Round: Interview
Experience: It was a pure finance interview as my resume as completely finance type.I told all questions without any issues and these are standard questions if you expect finance type profile.
Tips: Be sure of what you put in your resume. If you cannot answer what's in your resume, you will be screwed.Try to steer your interview towards your stronghold and then make it impressive.If you don't know anything, let them know. It is totally fine.

Skill Tips: "Focus your skills when they say: Tell me about yourself.So they will get back to you saying: "You were saying you are strong in this. Can you elaborate". Just screw it."
Skills: Finance Knowledge, Analytical
College Name: IIT Madras

Top Ola Cabs Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What is WACC? How do value a company? Suggest a method that can help you decide on project undertaking?
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Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. N-th Fibonacci Number Problem Statement Given an integer ‘N’, your task is to find and return the N’th Fibonacci number using matrix exponentiation. Since the answer can be very large, return the answer modulo 10^9 + 7. Formula: F(n) = F(n-... read more
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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 was interviewed 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.

Lead DBA Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is your name ? And how you build our slow old system.
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Ola Cabs Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers
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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...

  • Answered by AI
  • 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

Top Ola Cabs Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Problem: Permutations of a String Given a string STR consisting of lowercase English letters, your task is to return all permutations of the given string in lexicographically increasing order. Explanation: A string A is lexicographically le... read more
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Software Developer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Maximum Subarray Sum Problem Statement Given an array of integers, determine the maximum possible sum of any contiguous subarray within the array. Example: Input: array = [34, -50, 42, 14, -5, 86] Output: 137 Explanation: The maximum sum is... read more
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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 was interviewed 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.

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 (3)

 Customer Support Executive

 (3)

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

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Q1. 2. You have water filled Jar X and empty Jar Y. You transferred a portion of water from Jar X to Y using spunch which absorbs A% of water and it pours B% of water in Jar B. After one iteration, Z ml of water is present in Jar Y find water i... read more
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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

  • Answered by AI
  • 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.

Assistant Manager Finance Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What will be accounting entry for provision for doubtful debts and why its necessary.
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Jobs at Ola Cabs

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

I was interviewed 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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Q1. Tell me about Square yards
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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

Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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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

  • Answered by AI
  • 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

Research Analyst Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What is income statement how do u calculate net profit? What is stock split and merger and takeover and depreciation and amortization and net worth and retaining earnings,book value per share? Types of equity shares etc...
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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

Top Ola Cabs Business Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Give some quantifiable factors you can use to rate( for comapny's purpose) among a repository of cab drivers we have?
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Q1. You have 10 boxes of balls (each ball weighing exactly10 gm) with one box with defective balls (each one of the defective balls weigh 9 gm). You are given an electronic weighing machine and only one chance at it. How will you find out which... read more
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

3 q python easy to medium

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self
  • Ans. 

    I am a passionate software engineer with experience in developing web applications and a strong background in computer science.

    • Experienced in developing web applications using technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React

    • Strong background in computer science with knowledge of data structures and algorithms

    • Proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++

    • Excellent problem-solving skills and abili

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why we hire you
  • Ans. 

    I have a strong technical background, problem-solving skills, and a passion for software development.

    • Extensive experience in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++

    • Proven track record of successfully delivering high-quality software projects on time

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies

    • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, essenti

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be +ve

Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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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. What is covariance? How does it measure sensitivity? What is volatili...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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