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Standard Chartered Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 3 Jul 2025
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177 Interview questions

A Team Lead was asked
Q. What amendment comes under guarantee?
Ans. 

The 9th Amendment guarantees rights not explicitly listed in the Constitution.

  • The 9th Amendment is part of the Bill of Rights.

  • It protects rights that are not specifically mentioned in the Constitution.

  • Examples of rights protected by the 9th Amendment include the right to privacy and the right to marry.

  • The 9th Amendment is often cited in cases involving reproductive rights and LGBTQ+ rights.

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An Associate Vice President was asked
Q. Current role deep dive
Ans. 

In my current role, I am responsible for overseeing the daily operations and strategic planning of the department.

  • Manage a team of 20 employees

  • Develop and implement departmental goals and objectives

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and efficiency

  • Monitor and analyze departmental performance metrics

  • Prepare and present reports to senior management

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A Chartered Accountant was asked
Q. How much interested in account
Ans. 

I am very interested in accountancy and have pursued it as my career choice.

  • I have always been fascinated by numbers and financial management.

  • I enjoy analyzing financial statements and identifying areas for improvement.

  • I have completed relevant education and training to become a Chartered Accountant.

  • I have gained practical experience through internships and work experience.

  • I am constantly learning and keeping up t...

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A Software Developer Intern was asked
Q. 

Dijkstra's Shortest Path Problem

Given an undirected graph with ‘V’ vertices (labeled 0, 1, ... , V-1) and ‘E’ edges, where each edge has a weight representing the distance between two connected nodes (X, ...

Ans. 

Dijkstra's algorithm is used to find the shortest path from a source node to all other nodes in a graph with weighted edges.

  • Implement Dijkstra's algorithm to find the shortest path distances from the source node to all other nodes.

  • Use a priority queue to efficiently select the next node to visit based on the shortest distance.

  • Update the shortest distance to each node as you explore the graph, considering the edge ...

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A Full Stack Developer was asked
Q. 

Most Frequent Non-Banned Word Problem Statement

Given a paragraph consisting of letters in both lowercase and uppercase, spaces, and punctuation, along with a list of banned words, your task is to find the...

Ans. 

Find the most frequent word in a paragraph that is not in a list of banned words.

  • Split the paragraph into words and convert them to uppercase for case-insensitivity.

  • Count the frequency of each word, excluding banned words.

  • Return the word with the highest frequency in uppercase.

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A Full Stack Developer was asked
Q. 

The Skyline Problem

Compute the skyline of given rectangular buildings in a 2D city, eliminating hidden lines and forming the outer contour of the silhouette when viewed from a distance. Each building is d...

Ans. 

Compute the skyline of given rectangular buildings in a 2D city, eliminating hidden lines and forming the outer contour of the silhouette.

  • Iterate through the buildings to find the critical points (start and end) of each building.

  • Sort the critical points based on x-coordinate and process them to find the skyline.

  • Merge consecutive horizontal segments of equal height in the output to ensure no duplicates.

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A Full Stack Developer was asked
Q. 

Ways To Make Coin Change

Given an infinite supply of coins of varying denominations, determine the total number of ways to make change for a specified value using these coins. If it's not possible to make ...

Ans. 

The task is to find the total number of ways to make change for a specified value using given denominations.

  • Use dynamic programming to solve this problem efficiently.

  • Create a 2D array to store the number of ways to make change for each value up to the specified value.

  • Iterate through the denominations and update the array based on the current denomination.

  • Return the value at the last cell of the array as the final ...

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A Software Developer Intern was asked
Q. 

Find the Second Largest Element

Given an array or list of integers 'ARR', identify the second largest element in 'ARR'.

If a second largest element does not exist, return -1.

Example:

Input:
ARR = [2, ...
Ans. 

Find the second largest element in an array of integers.

  • Iterate through the array to find the largest and second largest elements.

  • Handle cases where all elements are identical.

  • Return -1 if a second largest element does not exist.

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A Software Analyst was asked
Q. 

Nth Fibonacci Number Problem Statement

Calculate the Nth term in the Fibonacci sequence, where the sequence is defined as follows: F(n) = F(n-1) + F(n-2), with initial conditions F(1) = F(2) = 1.

Input:

...
Ans. 

Calculate the Nth Fibonacci number efficiently using recursion or dynamic programming.

  • Use recursion with memoization to avoid redundant calculations.

  • Implement dynamic programming to store and reuse previously calculated Fibonacci numbers.

  • Optimize space complexity by only storing the last two Fibonacci numbers instead of the entire sequence.

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A Software Analyst was asked
Q. 

Rat in a Maze Problem Statement

You need to determine all possible paths for a rat starting at position (0, 0) in a square maze to reach its destination at (N-1, N-1). The maze is represented as an N*N mat...

Ans. 

The task is to find all possible paths for a rat to navigate through a maze from start to finish.

  • Create a recursive function to explore all possible paths from the starting position to the destination.

  • Keep track of the current path and update it as the rat moves through the maze.

  • Explore all possible directions (up, down, left, right) at each step, making sure to avoid blocked cells.

  • When reaching the destination, a...

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Standard Chartered Interview Experiences

296 interviews found

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

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

  • Q1. Where do you see yourself in next 10 years?
  • Ans. 

    In 10 years, I envision myself as a leader in business development, driving strategic initiatives and mentoring future talent.

    • I aim to progress to a senior management role, overseeing a team of business development professionals.

    • I plan to develop expertise in emerging markets, identifying new opportunities for growth and expansion.

    • I aspire to build strong relationships with key stakeholders and partners, enhancing coll...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How hungry you are to get this position and why?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic algorithms and data structures question
  • Q2. Basic question from projects
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations for this position?
  • Ans. 

    My salary expectations are based on my experience, skills, and the market rate for this position.

    • Research the average salary range for Technical Leads in the industry and location

    • Consider your years of experience and level of expertise

    • Factor in any additional benefits or perks offered by the company

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - A fundamental understanding of the technology you have worked with.

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 2 Nov 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 6 interview rounds.

Round 1 - VBA 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Behavioral assessment
Round 2 - Coding Test 

Logical, react, SQL related questions

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interviewed by Business Head. Mostly behavioral questions and some past experience related
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interview by VP. Frontend general technical questions
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Interviewed by Director. Competency based Leadership interview
Round 6 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Yet to recieve the final status whether selected or rejected. HR asked payslip and other docs and shared the same.
  • Q2. HRs are very friendly and quickly respond to your queries.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Standard Chartered interview:
  • Cultural
  • Conflict Management
  • Technical Skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Capacity Building
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - For chapter lead, they mainly focused on Leadership and cultural fit.
Be bold and share your response based on your previous experiences. The final competency based leadership round will be tough even if you have the right skills and experiences. Keep on practicing all leadership related questions like conflict management, capacity management, decision making etc.

I liked the interview process and the way it was organized. Had a wonderful experience.

Lead Business Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Naren Vachhani

posted on 20 Jan 2025

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your responsibilities in your current role?
  • Ans. 

    In my current role, I am responsible for leading business analysis activities, gathering requirements, conducting stakeholder interviews, and creating functional specifications.

    • Leading business analysis activities

    • Gathering requirements from stakeholders

    • Conducting stakeholder interviews

    • Creating functional specifications

    • Collaborating with cross-functional teams

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Are you prepared to commit to a long-term position with the bank?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am committed to a long-term position with the bank.

    • I have a strong track record of long-term employment with previous companies.

    • I am excited about the opportunity to grow and develop within the bank.

    • I am dedicated to contributing to the success and growth of the bank.

    • I am willing to invest my time and effort into building a successful career with the bank.

  • Answered by AI

Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 27 Dec 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Only we can determine how easy it was.

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and detail-oriented analyst with a strong background in data analysis and problem-solving.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Statistics from XYZ University.

    • I have 3 years of experience working as a data analyst at ABC Company.

    • I am proficient in using statistical software such as R and Python for data analysis.

    • I have a proven track record of delivering actionable insights to drive business decisions.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. They ask about your work experience?
  • Q3. Based on your work experience, what questions do you expect to be asked?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Having a referral at Standard Chartered Bank makes the process significantly easier.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What are all the off balance sheet items in banks ?
  • Ans. 

    Off balance sheet items in banks are financial instruments or contingent liabilities that do not appear on the bank's balance sheet.

    • Loan commitments

    • Letters of credit

    • Derivatives contracts

    • Securitization transactions

    • Standby letters of credit

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is Forward rate agreement?
  • Ans. 

    A forward rate agreement (FRA) is a financial contract between two parties to exchange interest rate payments based on a specified notional amount and a predetermined interest rate.

    • FRA is a derivative contract where one party agrees to pay a fixed interest rate while the other party agrees to pay a floating interest rate based on a notional amount.

    • It helps in hedging against interest rate risk by locking in a future in...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is LCR & NSFR and its purpose?
  • Ans. 

    LCR & NSFR are regulatory requirements that banks must meet to ensure they have enough liquidity to withstand financial stress.

    • LCR stands for Liquidity Coverage Ratio and measures a bank's ability to meet its short-term obligations with high-quality liquid assets.

    • NSFR stands for Net Stable Funding Ratio and assesses a bank's long-term stability by comparing available stable funding to required stable funding.

    • The pu...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Passed all the round

Round 2 - Assignment 

Passed all the round

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Passed with manager round.as well

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Passed all the rounds unfortunately more then month there was no communication from hr, afer I even called and send mail then received the mail saying as usual this could have sent earlier it could have been professionalism.

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 19 Aug 2024

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Just a normal aptitude test

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. They asked many questions about what we mentioned in our resume
  • Q2. What types of banking services does standard chartered provide?
  • Ans. 

    Standard Chartered provides a wide range of banking services including retail banking, corporate banking, wealth management, and investment banking.

    • Retail banking services such as savings accounts, credit cards, and personal loans

    • Corporate banking services including trade finance, cash management, and corporate lending

    • Wealth management services like investment advisory and portfolio management

    • Investment banking service...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is the difference between a commercial bank and a investment bank?
  • Ans. 

    Commercial banks focus on providing services to individuals and businesses, while investment banks focus on helping companies raise capital and provide financial advisory services.

    • Commercial banks primarily deal with deposits, loans, and basic financial services for individuals and businesses.

    • Investment banks focus on underwriting securities, facilitating mergers and acquisitions, and providing financial advisory servi...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is Nostro reconciliation?
  • Ans. 

    Nostro reconciliation is the process of ensuring that the bank's records of its accounts with other banks match the records of those banks.

    • Nostro reconciliation involves comparing the bank's records of its accounts with other banks to the records provided by those banks.

    • It helps in identifying any discrepancies or errors in the transactions between the banks.

    • The process involves investigating and resolving any differen...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - So this interview held for approximately 30 mins... They fully went through by asking questions about the things I mentioned on my resume.... Like about work experience, Projects done in college days..... About our strength and weakness, etc., Overall it was an easy and very good interview experience
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

2 questions were asked followed by a behavioral test

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic merge sort
  • Ans. 

    Merge sort is a divide-and-conquer algorithm that sorts an array by recursively splitting and merging sorted subarrays.

    • 1. Divide the array into two halves until each subarray contains a single element.

    • 2. Merge the subarrays back together in sorted order.

    • 3. Example: For array [38, 27, 43, 3, 9, 82, 10], split into [38, 27, 43] and [3, 9, 82, 10].

    • 4. Continue splitting until you have [38], [27], [43], [3], [9], [82], [10]...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. About projects and experiences
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to join SCB
  • Ans. 

    I want to join SCB because of its reputation for innovation and global presence.

    • SCB is known for its innovative approach to banking and financial services

    • I am impressed by SCB's global network and opportunities for growth

    • I believe SCB will provide me with valuable experience and skills for my future career

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Very basic hr questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why did you leave the last company
  • Q2. Why select SC? have you received an offer
  • Ans. 

    I selected SC because of its strong reputation in the industry and the exciting opportunities for growth. Yes, I have received an offer.

    • Strong reputation in the industry

    • Exciting opportunities for growth

    • Received an offer

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What did you do after work
  • Q2. How you used Kafka in your project

Standard Chartered Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Standard Chartered interview?
Standard Chartered interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Standard Chartered interview process are One-on-one Round, Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Standard Chartered 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 Standard Chartered. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Standard Chartered expect are Risk Management, Finance, Private Banking, Compliance and Banking.
What are the top questions asked in Standard Chartered interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Standard Chartered interview -

  1. Tell me about your profile? What do you know about Transaction Monitoring ? Wha...read more
  2. What are the programing tools you know ? Rate yourself ( out of ...read more
  3. How to remove duplicate Records by using first. And last...read more
What are the most common questions asked in Standard Chartered HR round?

The most common HR questions asked in Standard Chartered interview are -

  1. Where do you see yourself in 5 yea...read more
  2. What are your strengths and weakness...read more
  3. Why are you looking for a chan...read more
How long is the Standard Chartered interview process?

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

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