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PwC Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

Updated 4 Jul 2025
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An Associate was asked
Q. Write a program to reverse a string using any programming language.
Ans. 

Reverse a string using any programming language

  • Use a loop to iterate through the string and append each character to a new string in reverse order

  • Alternatively, use built-in string reversal functions or methods depending on the programming language

  • Some languages, like Python, allow for string slicing to reverse a string

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An Associate was asked
Q. Write an SQL query to fetch the second highest salary.
Ans. 

Query to fetch second highest salary in SQL

  • Use ORDER BY and LIMIT to select the second highest salary

  • Assuming the table name is 'employees' and salary column name is 'salary':

  • SELECT salary FROM employees ORDER BY salary DESC LIMIT 1,1

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An Associate was asked
Q. What is normalization, and can you explain all normal forms?
Ans. 

Normalization is the process of organizing data in a database to reduce redundancy and dependency.

  • First Normal Form (1NF) - Eliminate duplicate columns from the same table.

  • Second Normal Form (2NF) - Create separate tables for sets of values that apply to multiple records.

  • Third Normal Form (3NF) - Eliminate fields that do not depend on the primary key.

  • Fourth Normal Form (4NF) - Eliminate multi-valued dependencies.

  • F...

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An Associate was asked
Q. Do you know about STLC? Explain something about STLC.
Ans. 

STLC stands for Software Testing Life Cycle. It is a process followed to ensure quality in software development.

  • STLC involves planning, designing, executing and reporting of tests.

  • It includes various stages like requirement analysis, test planning, test design, test execution, and test closure.

  • Each stage has its own set of deliverables and objectives.

  • STLC helps in identifying defects early in the development cycle...

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A Senior Analyst was asked
Q. Why are joins used in SQL?
Ans. 

Joins are used in SQL to combine data from two or more tables based on a related column.

  • Joins are used to retrieve data from multiple tables in a single query.

  • They are used to combine data based on a related column or key.

  • There are different types of joins such as inner join, left join, right join, and full outer join.

  • Joins can be used to filter data based on specific conditions.

  • Example: SELECT * FROM table1 INNER...

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An Associate was asked
Q. Given two strings, write code to determine if they are anagrams of each other.
Ans. 

Code to check if two strings are anagram or not.

  • Convert both strings to lowercase to avoid case sensitivity

  • Sort both strings and compare them

  • Use a hash table to count the frequency of each character in both strings and compare the hash tables

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An Associate was asked
Q. Which technology would you like to work on?
Ans. 

I would like to work on Artificial Intelligence.

  • Developing machine learning algorithms for predictive analysis

  • Creating chatbots for customer service

  • Implementing computer vision for object recognition

  • Exploring natural language processing for sentiment analysis

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An Associate was asked
Q. Write code to print the second largest element in an array.
Ans. 

Code to print the second largest element in array

  • Sort the array in descending order and return the second element

  • Iterate through the array and keep track of the largest and second largest elements

  • Use a priority queue to find the second largest element

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An Associate was asked
Q. What is the difference between an error and an exception?
Ans. 

Error is a mistake in code syntax or logic, while exception is an unexpected event during program execution.

  • Errors are caused by mistakes in code, such as syntax errors or logical errors.

  • Exceptions are unexpected events that occur during program execution, such as a division by zero or a file not found error.

  • Errors can be caught and fixed during development, while exceptions are handled during runtime.

  • Errors can c...

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An Associate was asked
Q. What are design patterns in Java?
Ans. 

Design patterns are reusable solutions to common software problems in Java.

  • Design patterns provide a standard way to solve common problems in software development.

  • They help in making code more maintainable, flexible and reusable.

  • Examples of design patterns include Singleton, Factory, Observer, and Decorator.

  • Design patterns can be categorized into three types: creational, structural, and behavioral.

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PwC Interview Experiences for Freshers

161 interviews found

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Write a program to find character occurances in "Hello World"
  • Ans. 

    Program to find character occurances in 'Hello World'

    • Create a map to store character occurrences

    • Iterate through each character in the string and update the map

    • Print the character occurrences from the map

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is multithreading
  • Ans. 

    Multithreading is the ability of a CPU to execute multiple threads concurrently, allowing for better performance and resource utilization.

    • Multithreading allows multiple threads to run concurrently within the same process.

    • Each thread has its own stack and shares the same memory space.

    • Multithreading can improve performance by utilizing multiple CPU cores efficiently.

    • Examples of multithreading include running multiple tas...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are the annotations used in TestNG
  • Ans. 

    TestNG annotations are used to control the flow of test methods and provide additional information about the test.

    • Annotations like @Test, @BeforeSuite, @AfterSuite are used to define test methods and setup/teardown methods

    • Annotations like @BeforeTest, @AfterTest are used to run setup/teardown methods before/after a test

    • Annotations like @BeforeClass, @AfterClass are used to run setup/teardown methods before/after a test...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - WORST Interviewer ever. Worst Behavior from the interviewer. She was in a bad mood already before joining. She had no respect for the candidate. Within 1 minute of coding question she was getting impatient. Seem like the person had no technical knowlegde and putting up questions from google. As you can see despite of the easy questions and an easy coding problem i failed to secure the interview. All I did was some syntax errors( as I was using an online simulator) but my logic was spot on and following the Big O Notation as well. But with her little googled knowlegde she was arguing about the process I followed to get the problem solved. She was using phrases like "Thats all?" , "I don't think you can code well as you're facing syntax error." (Clearly compliation doesn't agree to you Maa'm.). Clearly I lost my opputunity over a under performing interviewer.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 13 Feb 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
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. Regarding AI/ML, Some python questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What projects have you worked on?
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on projects involving natural language processing, computer vision, and recommendation systems.

    • Developed a sentiment analysis model using NLP techniques

    • Implemented a facial recognition system using computer vision algorithms

    • Built a recommendation engine based on collaborative filtering

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Nov 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Can we overload main method?
  • Ans. 

    No, the main method in Java cannot be overloaded.

    • The main method in Java is the entry point of a program and must have a specific signature: public static void main(String[] args).

    • Attempting to overload the main method by changing the number or type of parameters will result in a compilation error.

    • Instead of overloading the main method, you can create additional methods in the same class to perform different tasks.

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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Some questions on my current project and aws
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion....

Skills evaluated in this interview

Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 26 Oct 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

60 min , Logical , Analytical, Reasoning, Data Interpretation and English

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your Project
  • Q2. Internship experience
  • Ans. 

    I have completed two internships in marketing and finance, gaining valuable hands-on experience.

    • Completed internships in marketing and finance

    • Gained hands-on experience in both fields

    • Learned about market research and financial analysis

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  • Q3. Favourite subject of your domain
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Your strength and weakness

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Jun 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
  • Q1. What values and opportunities do you appreciate in PwC that influenced your desire to work there?
  • Ans. 

    I value PwC's commitment to integrity, diversity, and professional growth, which align with my career aspirations.

    • PwC's strong emphasis on integrity and ethical practices resonates with my personal values.

    • The diverse and inclusive culture at PwC fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing for varied perspectives.

    • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, such as mentorship programs, are high...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How flexible are you with the office location?
  • Ans. 

    I am quite flexible with office locations, as I prioritize collaboration and productivity over a specific geographic area.

    • I am open to relocating if necessary, as I believe in adapting to the team's needs.

    • I have experience working remotely and can maintain productivity from various locations.

    • I understand the importance of being present for team meetings and client interactions, so I can adjust my location accordingly.

    • F...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Do not apply in PwC
  • Q2. Save yourself from PwC

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They are not interested in hiring you. They are just testing your theoretical skills.

They advertise the role one level higher and then after the interview says
'Based on the interview we can't hire you at this level but at same level and salary.'

Purely because they don't have budget.

Do not get disheartened and refrain yourself from accepting the interview invites from PwC from next time. Save yourself from waste of time.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Core java, resp api, spring boot
  • Q2. Sql, spring security
  • Q3. Collection framework
  • Q4. Streams api, comparator

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 23 Oct 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between queue and stack
  • Ans. 

    Queue is a data structure that follows First In First Out (FIFO) principle, while stack follows Last In First Out (LIFO) principle.

    • Queue: elements are added at the rear and removed from the front.

    • Stack: elements are added and removed from the top.

    • Example: In a queue, people waiting in line at a ticket counter are served in the order they arrived. In a stack, plates in a stack are removed from the top.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is multithreading
  • Ans. 

    Multithreading is the ability of a CPU to execute multiple threads concurrently, allowing for improved performance and responsiveness.

    • Multithreading allows for parallel execution of multiple tasks within a single process.

    • Each thread has its own stack and program counter, but shares the same memory space.

    • Examples of multithreading include web servers handling multiple requests simultaneously and video games rendering gr...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

ETL Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 11 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Stored Procedure to get user input
  • Ans. 

    Use a stored procedure to prompt user for input in ETL process.

    • Create a stored procedure with parameters to accept user input.

    • Use the parameters in the stored procedure to filter or manipulate data.

    • Prompt the user for input values when calling the stored procedure.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Use error handling method with Stored Procedure
  • Ans. 

    Use TRY...CATCH block in SQL to handle errors in Stored Procedures

    • Enclose the code inside a TRY block

    • Use a CATCH block to handle any errors that occur

    • Use RAISEERROR or THROW statement to raise custom error messages

    • Use @@ERROR or @@ROWCOUNT to check for errors or affected rows

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Details about company and previous Projects

Power BI Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Manjushree K

posted on 19 Nov 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I appeared for an interview in Oct 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the need of inactive relationship?
  • Ans. 

    Inactive relationships in Power BI allow for multiple relationships between tables, enabling complex data modeling without conflicts.

    • Multiple Relationships: Inactive relationships enable the creation of multiple relationships between two tables, which can be useful for different analysis scenarios.

    • Filtering Context: Inactive relationships can be activated in DAX formulas using the USERELATIONSHIP function, allowing for...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain various roles in power BI service
  • Ans. 

    Power BI service roles define user permissions and capabilities for data access, report sharing, and collaboration within the platform.

    • Admin: Manages the Power BI environment, including user permissions, workspaces, and overall governance.

    • Member: Collaborates on content creation and can edit reports and dashboards within shared workspaces.

    • Contributor: Can create and publish content but has limited permissions compared ...

  • Answered by AI

PwC Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in PwC interview for freshers?
PwC interview process for freshers usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the PwC interview process for freshers are Technical, One-on-one Round and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for PwC interview for freshers?
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 PwC. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at PwC expect are Leadership Development, Research Analysis, Management, Advisory and Consulting.
What are the top questions asked in PwC interview for freshers?

Some of the top questions asked at the PwC interview for freshers -

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What are the most common questions asked in PwC HR round for freshers?

The most common HR questions asked in PwC interview are for freshers -

  1. Where do you see yourself in 5 yea...read more
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  3. Tell me about yourse...read more
How long is the PwC interview process?

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

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