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upGrad Admission Counsellor Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 7 Feb 2025

Top upGrad Admission Counsellor Interview Questions and Answers

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upGrad Admission Counsellor Interview Experiences

41 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic knowledge
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They will ask about your previous experience
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About the experience, are you from Mumbai, can you do the night shift, work for 6 days a week
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain your roles and responsibilities in your last organization, how often you have reached the target, the sales strategy used
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Pitch me for the job in 60 seconds, why are you good for this role

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - beware of the offer letter, lots have been told but not mentioned in the final offer letter. Post that HR mislead you and will try to convince, you that it's a general process, we have 7000 employees n all bull

only join if no other option!

Admission Counsellor Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

asked in upGrad
Q1. Why do you think you can crack the deal with customers?
asked in upGrad
Q2. How would you rate your sales pitch on the rate of 1-10?
Q3. How will you satisfy your customer to take interest in your produ ... read more
Q4. A student is pursuing P. Ed and you have received an enquiry for ... read more
Q5. How would you approach the explanation of admission requirements ... read more
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a passionate and dedicated Admission Counsellor with a strong background in education and student guidance.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and Counseling

    • I have 5 years of experience working in admissions at XYZ University

    • I excel at building relationships with students and helping them navigate the college application process

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Family background+ all education background and experience
  • Q2. Why are you seeking this job
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are the qualities that you have for this job role

upGrad interview questions for designations

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 (5)

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 (1)

 Counsellor

 (4)

 Sr. Admission Counselor

 (3)

 Academic Counsellor

 (12)

 Senior Counsellor

 (1)

 Education Counsellor

 (1)

 Senior Academic Counsellor

 (3)

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Detail about Upgrade, And the reason for leaving the formar companies. The detail of my previous profile and the position I'm applying for
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion

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

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Group Discussion 

It was all about good communication skills and they were checking intent of the candidate

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 1. Brief introduction. 2. Why sales. 3. Family background. 4. Questions to check pressure handling capabilities.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident. Be genuine. Be polite. Be positive. Be you.

Admission Counsellor Jobs at upGrad

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

They will provide you topic to discuss so that they can check your communication skills.

Round 2 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you want to join upGrad?
  • Q2. Share any three sales skills which is essential in Edtech.
  • Ans. 

    Three essential sales skills in Edtech are product knowledge, relationship building, and effective communication.

    • Product knowledge - Understanding the features and benefits of the Edtech product to effectively communicate its value to potential customers.

    • Relationship building - Establishing trust and rapport with customers to create long-lasting partnerships and repeat business.

    • Effective communication - Clearly articul...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is the best advice for MBA Graduate who is looking for a job?
  • Q4. Introduce yourself.
  • Q5. Mention something which is not there in your resume.
  • Ans. 

    My passion for volunteering and community service

    • I have been actively involved in volunteering at local shelters and organizing community events

    • I believe in giving back to the community and making a positive impact on society

    • Volunteering has taught me valuable skills such as teamwork, leadership, and empathy

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Job seekers in Edtech, remember to:

- Develop relevant skills like instructional design and data analysis
- Stay updated on industry trends and network with professionals
- Highlight transferable skills and show enthusiasm for education
- Be adaptable and open-minded
- Consider freelancing or volunteering to gain experience
- Tailor your application materials and prepare for interviews
- Stay
[19/07, 09:45] Meta AI: Here's a summary:

Job seekers in Edtech, remember to:

- Develop relevant skills like instructional design and data analysis
- Stay updated on industry trends and network with professionals
- Highlight transferable skills and show enthusiasm for education
- Be adaptable and open-minded
- Consider freelancing or volunteering to gain experience
- Tailor your application materials and prepare for interviews
- Stay positive and persistent in your job search

Additionally, focus on developing skills in areas like:

- Learning management systems
- Educational software development
- Data analytics and interpretation
- Online course creation and delivery
- Gamification and game-based learning
- AI and machine learning in education

Stay flexible, keep learning, and be open to new opportunities and challenges in the Edtech industry!
[19/07, 09:45] Meta AI: Here's a summary:

Job seekers in Edtech, remember to:

- Develop relevant skills like instructional design and data analysis
- Stay updated on industry trends and network with professionals
- Highlight transferable skills and show enthusiasm for education
- Be adaptable and open-minded
- Consider freelancing or volunteering to gain experience
- Tailor your application materials and prepare for interviews
- Stay positive and persistent in your job search

Additionally, focus on developing skills in areas like:

- Learning management systems
- Educational software development
- Data analytics and interpretation
- Online course creation and delivery
- Gamification and game-based learning
- AI and machine learning in education

Stay flexible, keep learning, and be open to new opportunities and challenges in the Edtech industry!

Admission Counsellor interview

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posted on 5 Mar 2022

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

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jan 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Assignment 

Mock sales call interview and test soft skills.

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Prove why you can do sales.
  • Ans. 

    I have a proven track record of exceeding sales targets and building strong relationships with clients.

    • I have consistently met or exceeded sales targets in my previous roles.

    • I have developed strong communication and negotiation skills through my experience in sales.

    • I am able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, which leads to repeat business and referrals.

    • I am constantly learning and adapting to new...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Prove why they should choose you.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be truthful and open, they understanding throughout interview.

I applied via campus placement at Quantum University and was interviewed in Jan 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group descussion 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What will be important either smart work or hard work?
  • Ans. In gd round we have to select one side and very much confident because the topic will be given spontaneously to you and the best thing of gd that If you are the first one who take initiative get extra points and you have to listen the opposite side so that you can get the actual and releavent answers and you must respect the opponent you have to give respect for example if you are the opponent one you don't like their ...
  • Answered Anonymously
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Introduction About family Why you choose this company? If you are from another background then why you choose this? Why you want to join sales? What is digital marketing?
  • Ans. 

    I chose this company because of its reputation and values. I am interested in sales and digital marketing.

    • I was impressed by the company's commitment to ethical practices and customer satisfaction.

    • I have a passion for sales and enjoy the challenge of meeting targets and building relationships with clients.

    • I am also interested in digital marketing and believe it is a crucial aspect of modern sales.

    • My background in psych...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident
Before interview firstly research about the organization as well as the post which you have applied for.
And if you don't know the answer directly say soory to them.
Practice more and more .

upGrad Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in upGrad Admission Counsellor interview?
upGrad interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the upGrad interview process are One-on-one Round, HR and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for upGrad Admission Counsellor 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 upGrad. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at upGrad expect are Admission Counselling, Sales, Counselling, Inside Sales and Business Development.
What are the top questions asked in upGrad Admission Counsellor interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the upGrad Admission Counsellor interview -

  1. Why do you think you can crack the deal with custome...read more
  2. How would you rate your sales pitch on the rate of 1-...read more
  3. How will you convince a learner for digital market...read more
How long is the upGrad Admission Counsellor interview process?

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

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upGrad Admission Counsellor Interview Process

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3 Interview rounds

  • HR Round
  • One-on-one Round - 1
  • One-on-one Round - 2
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