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Power Grid Corporation of India Assistant Engineer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips
Top Power Grid Corporation of India Assistant Engineer Interview Questions and Answers
- Q1. What happens when fan rotates in opposite direction?
- Q2. What are the lines connecting other countries in NER?
- Q3. How does power flow from one end to other?
Power Grid Corporation of India Assistant Engineer Interview Experiences
2 interviews found
Solanki Das
I was interviewed in Jul 2017.
Interview Questionnaire
6 Questions
- Q1. Tell about your family
- Q2. How does power flow from one end to other?
- Ans.
Power flows from one end to the other through a closed circuit, following the path of least resistance.
Power flows through conductive materials such as wires or cables.
It is generated at a power source, such as a generator or a battery.
The power source creates a potential difference, or voltage, which pushes the electrons to flow.
The electrons flow from the higher potential end to the lower potential end.
The flow of el...
- Q3. What happens when fan rotates in opposite direction?
- Ans.
When a fan rotates in the opposite direction, it reverses the airflow and can cause the fan to function improperly.
Reversing the direction of a fan can disrupt the intended airflow in a room.
In some cases, reversing the fan direction can lead to decreased cooling or heating efficiency.
Changing the fan direction can also affect the distribution of air in the room.
For ceiling fans, reversing the direction can change the ...
- Q4. What are the lines connecting other countries in NER?
- Ans.
The lines connecting other countries in NER refer to the international borders and transportation routes.
The international borders of NER connect it with neighboring countries like Bhutan, China, and Myanmar.
Transportation routes like roads, railways, and airways also connect NER with other countries.
Examples of transportation routes include the India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway and the India-Bhutan Friendship
- Q5. What are the business of powergrid?
- Ans.
PowerGrid is involved in the transmission and distribution of electricity.
PowerGrid is responsible for the transmission of electricity from power generating stations to distribution substations.
They also manage the distribution of electricity to end consumers through a network of transmission lines and substations.
PowerGrid ensures the reliability and stability of the power grid by monitoring and maintaining the transm...
- Q6. Are you a self motivated person? Give example
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Resume was shortlisted by the company on the basis of CGPA of students send my the college. They shortlisted top 5 students from General category and top 5 students from SC category (5+5)[ Based on there vacancy]
Tips: As they shortlist very few student so it is very important to have a good rank in respective category.
Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: Well, PI lasted for only 15mins . Interviewer made sure to make the environment comfortable. It was a panel of 6 interviewers. They started by asking about my family, places I visited till now (as mentioned in resume). Then they moved to my B-tech project and asked to explain them. There were some technical questions too (very basics one).Interview ended with some HR questions.
Tips: They don't ask any kind of brainstorming questions. Just keep your basics clear in power system, Do study your final year project properly. Go through the company site and substation related activities.
Be confident and keep smile. Speak your mind , don't hesitate to say I don't know, be clear of what u speak.
So prepare well and Good luck?.
Skills: Presence Of Mind, Communication And Confidence
College Name: NIT Agartala
Ashutosh Kumar
I was interviewed in Jun 2016.
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: The College had sent the marks details of students who had greater than 70% or equivalent marks in graduation also with secondary and higher secondary marks to the Company. Then they shortlisted 27 people out of 69 eligible students from the batch of total 84 students considering as per Indian reservation as it is a Govt. Company. 10-Gen, 7-OBC, 10-(SC+ST)
Tips: Make sure your CGPA high. They shortlists very few students usually less than 15.
Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: The Interview was of around 20 minutes. They started with asking about hobbies and activities first that I had mentioned in my CV. It made the environment cool and calm a bit. Make sure you have written the contents in your CV honestly. A small hide and seek can make you out of the race. Then they slowly moved towards core Electrical Engineering questions mostly from Power System. All were the basics and didn't need any rocket science. Viz
1. Why We transmit Power at High Voltages?
2. What is Surge Impedance Loading?
3. What is Corona loss? Why we send Power at High voltages even when it increases the Corona loss?
4. About Compensators of the line.
5. What are the advantages of single frequency of the grid throughout the country?
6. Buchholz relay?
After then they moved towards Internships and Projects. They asked about Indian Electricity market, Developments in Indian Electricity, No.of Grids in India, Open Access, Power Exchanges of India etc. that were my Internship topics at Power System Operation Corporation Limited(POSOCO). Then they asked some light Questions from my College Project like what are the benefits of this project. What are Global warming and the Carbon taxes.
They selected total 5 students out of 27 (2+2+1)
Tips: Keep a Smile on the face. Speak anything that you are confident about else say I don't know about it. Don't be seems like you are in a dire need of this job or you beg for it. Go and show that you are deserving and earn it.
Skills: Internship Experience, Internship Work, Project And Training, Leadership Skills, Honesty, Knowledge In Core Topics
College Name: NIT Agartala
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I applied via campus placement at University Institute of Technology, Bhopal
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Tell Me About IGBT
- Ans.
IGBT is a power semiconductor device used for switching applications in power electronics.
IGBT combines the advantages of MOSFET and BJT transistors
It has high input impedance like a MOSFET and low on-state voltage drop like a BJT
Used in applications like motor drives, inverters, and power supplies
- Q2. What Are The Power Electronics Devices
- Ans.
Power electronics devices are electronic components used to control and convert electrical power.
Power diodes: used for rectification in power supplies
Thyristors: used for switching and control in high power applications
Power transistors: used for amplification and switching in power circuits
IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors): used in high power applications like motor drives
MOSFETs (Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor F...
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Tell Me About Your Self
- Ans.
I am a recent graduate with a degree in engineering and a passion for problem-solving and innovation.
Recent graduate with a degree in engineering
Passionate about problem-solving and innovation
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Experience with technical projects and internships
- Q2. If We recruit you Where You see yourself After 2 years
- Ans.
In two years, I see myself taking on more responsibilities and contributing significantly to the team's projects.
Continuing to learn and grow in my role as an Assistant Engineer
Taking on more complex projects and tasks
Building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
Possibly pursuing further education or certifications to enhance my skills
Seeking opportunities for advancement within the company
(5 Questions)
- Q1. What are your salary expectations?
- Q2. Why should we hire you?
- Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
- Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- Q5. Tell me about yourself.
Interview Preparation Tips
I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
Gear box replacement work
(7 Questions)
- Q1. Barring checking and replacement work and safety first and all ppes sure and paper work and try out and walked away clean and fresh and belt clamping take-up up and blumber block top cover open and slue Ba...
- Ans.
Belt clamping take-up pulley up and blumber block top cover open and slue Barring remove and new slue Barring checking and replace and bolts nut tightening sure and top cover fixed and bolts nut tightening sure and belt clamping and tackup pulley down and paper work cancelled and conveyer belt running ok
- Q2. V-scraper replacement work and safety first and all ppes sure and paper work and try out and walked away clean and fresh and bolts nut open and v-scraper remove and new v-scraper replace and bolts nut tigh...
- Q3. Roller changed and replacement work and safety first and all ppes sure and paper work and try out and walked away clean and fresh and fream number mark and Roller shift and Roller cut change and walked awa...
- Q4. Motor replace work and safety first and all ppes sure and paper work and try out and walked away clean and fresh and bolts nut open and motor remove and new motor replace and bolts nut tightening sure and ...
- Ans.
Old motor bolts nut open and new motor replace and bolts nut tightening sure and Dayal gauge eliminate process ok and paper work cancelled and conveyer belt running ok
- Q5. Gear box replacement work and safety first and all ppes sure and paper work and try out and walked away clean and fresh and bolts nut open and gear box remove and new gear box replace and bolts nut tighten...
- Ans.
Walked away clean and fresh and bolts nut open and old gear box remove and new gear box replace and bolts nut tightening sure and Dayal gauge eliminate process ok paper work cancelled and conveyer belt running ok
- Q6. Conveyer Barring checking and savings greasing work and safety first and all ppes sure and paper work and all pulley checking and savings Greasing sure and paper work cancelled and conveyer belt running o...
- Q7. Fluid coupling oil replacement work and safety first and all ppes sure and paper work and try out and walked away clean and fresh and bolt nut open and old clean and fresh and new Oli Pur dropped and bolt...
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Gear box replacement work
(6 Questions)
- Q1. Barring checking and replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and blumber block top cover open and old barring slue remove and new barring slue replace a...
- Q2. V-scraper replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old v-scraper remove and new v-scraper replace and bolt nut tightening sure and ...
- Q3. Motor replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old motor remove and new motor replace and bolt nut tightening sure and dayal guage ...
- Q4. Discharge chute replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old discharge chute remove and new discharge chute replace and bolt nut ti...
- Q5. Gear box replacement work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and try out and bolt nut open and old gear box remove and new gear box replace and bolt nut tightening sure and day...
- Q6. Conveyor pully greasing and saving work and safety first and paper work and walked away clean and fresh and grease gunand all pully checking and saving greasing work and paper work cancelled
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(4 Questions)
- Q1. Type of Looses in Transformer
- Ans.
Transformer losses include copper losses and iron losses.
Copper losses are due to resistance in the transformer windings.
Iron losses include hysteresis losses and eddy current losses.
Total losses in a transformer are the sum of copper losses and iron losses.
- Q2. How can you reduce count of Burnt DTR
- Ans.
To reduce count of burnt DTR, proper maintenance, regular inspections, and timely replacements are essential.
Regularly inspect DTRs for any signs of overheating or damage
Ensure proper ventilation and cooling systems are in place
Implement regular maintenance schedules for cleaning and testing
Replace old or faulty components before they cause damage
Train staff on proper handling and maintenance procedures
- Q3. What is PPE?How you can build safety work culture in your workplace
- Ans.
PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment. Building a safety work culture involves training, communication, enforcement, and leading by example.
PPE includes items like helmets, gloves, goggles, and safety shoes to protect workers from hazards.
Conduct regular safety training sessions to educate employees on the importance of using PPE.
Communicate safety protocols clearly and consistently to all employees.
Enforce safe...
- Q4. What is voltage regulation?How desired voltage is maintained at Distribution Level?
- Ans.
Voltage regulation is the process of maintaining a stable voltage level at the distribution level.
Voltage regulation is achieved by using transformers and voltage regulators to adjust the voltage as needed.
Voltage regulators can be either tap-changing transformers or electronic devices that adjust the voltage automatically.
By monitoring the voltage levels and making adjustments as necessary, the desired voltage is main...
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