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- Q1. Generic questions about your resume
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I was interviewed before Jun 2016.
Interview Questionnaire
3 Questions
- Q1. How would you design an environment due diligence framework for housing loan
- Ans.
An environment due diligence framework for housing loans ensures that environmental risks and impacts are assessed and mitigated.
Develop a checklist of environmental factors to consider during the due diligence process
Conduct site visits to assess potential environmental risks and impacts
Review relevant environmental regulations and policies
Engage with environmental experts to evaluate the project's sustainability
Imple...
- Q2. What according to you can be environment parameters for housing loans
- Ans.
Environment parameters for housing loans can include energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, and green building materials.
Energy efficiency: Encouraging borrowers to invest in energy-efficient appliances, insulation, and renewable energy systems.
Water conservation: Promoting the use of water-saving fixtures, rainwater harvesting, and efficient irrigation systems.
Waste management: Requiring proper waste...
- Q3. How would you design capacity building module on Environment for housing finance company
- Ans.
The capacity building module on Environment for a housing finance company should focus on providing knowledge and skills related to environmental sustainability in the housing sector.
Identify key environmental issues in the housing finance industry
Provide training on sustainable building practices and green technologies
Educate employees on environmental regulations and compliance
Promote awareness about energy efficienc...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: I was confident in this round as I could make out that none of the panel has an environment background
Tips: Be clear on your technical knowledge, don't make stories, relate your previous experience with the profile for which Interview is being taken.
Skills: Technical Knowledge(ML
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JPMorgan Chase & Co.
SHUBHAM VINAYAK KALE shubham
posted on 4 Dec 2016
I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2016. There were 5 interview rounds.
Interview Questionnaire
8 Questions
- Q1. Project/DDP based questions
- Q2. Any coding done in curriculum, explain the most complex one
- Ans.
Yes, I have coded in curriculum. The most complex one was a project on building a web application using React and Node.js.
Built a full-stack web application using React and Node.js
Implemented user authentication and authorization using JSON Web Tokens (JWT)
Used MongoDB as the database and Mongoose as the ODM
Implemented real-time updates using Socket.IO
Deployed the application on Heroku
Handled errors and implemented log
- Q3. What is 'Big data'? Why is it called 'Big'
- Ans.
Big data refers to large and complex data sets that cannot be processed using traditional data processing methods.
Big data is characterized by its volume, velocity, and variety
It is used in various industries such as healthcare, finance, and retail
Examples of big data include social media data, sensor data, and transactional data
It is called 'big' because it involves processing massive amounts of data
Big data requires ...
- Q4. Why do you want to switch to IT sector from your respective branch
- Ans.
I am passionate about technology and eager to learn new skills in the IT sector.
I have always had a keen interest in technology and enjoy working with computers.
I believe the IT sector offers more opportunities for growth and advancement in my career.
I have seen the impact of technology on various industries and want to be a part of that innovation.
I have taken courses in programming and networking to prepare myself fo
- Q5. I did a course on compute simulation and had extra curricular in chess, so was asked to simulate a chess game
- Q6. Two friends A & B meet after long time, A asks B about his family. B says he has 3 children, product of their ages is 36, and sum of their ages is equal to the (point towards a house on street) house numbe...
- Q7. A rat has 3000 gm of rice, he has to travel a distance of 3000m, he eats 1gm rice/m, his maximum carrying capcity is 1000 gm,how should he travel the distance to reach with maximum rice left
- Q8. A new software has 3 functions SelectSum(), log() and exp(). You have a table of 1000 data points, how will you find product of all points using only the above mentioned functions
- Ans.
To find the product of all data points using SelectSum(), log(), and exp() functions.
Use the log() function to convert the product into a sum of logarithms
Apply the SelectSum() function to calculate the sum of logarithms
Finally, use the exp() function to convert the sum back into the product
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Aptitude part has easy questions, including number series, picture series, interest rate and some quant based questions.
The coding part is difficult.2-3 coding questions, Codes will be related to linked lists , trees or sorting.
Tips: Try to get maximum marks in aptitude, which should be fine with some practice . One of the code will be easy, so complete it and make a try for second
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 30
Round: Puzzle Interview
Experience: very easy puzzles, I was able to solve all puzzles in first attempt
Tips: Be confident in your approach they are locking for approach more than result
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: I answered all resume based questions, he liked my choice of projects, though they were not exactly related to the profile. He liked me and said I would recommend you directly to HR round
Tips: Prepare in details about all points in resume, course work mentioned and projects, Based on performance in this interview, they decide to whether to take one more technical interview or send directly to HR
Skills: Behavioural Skills, Puzzle Solving Capability, Approaching A Problem, Basic Coding
College Name: IIT Madras
Skills evaluated in this interview
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Test conducted covered 12th class mathematics like probability, permutations and combinations, etc.
Good knowledge of this subject was needed for clearing this round.Around 40 students were short-listed after this round.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Questions asked were based on probability and optimization.
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This round judged the candidate's knowledge on Data Analysis, General Awareness and other questions asked were resume-based.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: In this, a candidate were asked some random questions and questions regarding himself.
General Tips: Have a good practice on all the questions sent by BC.For every point mentioned in the resume, one should have a backup for that point.Read Newspapers (at least Economic Times) at least before 2 months.
Skill Tips: CAT preparation would definitely help (almost same topics as CAT).
Skills: Knowledge in Probability and Statistics., Basics in Operation Research (Optimization).
College Name: IIT MADRAS
Motivation: The company encourages entrepreneurial skills,enabling and empowering employees to take appropriate decisions. Those wanting to grow better as an entrepreneur should definitely apply here.
I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2016. There were 5 interview rounds.
Interview Questionnaire
13 Questions
- Q1. Tell me about yourself?
- Ans.
I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for learning and achieving my goals.
I have a degree in computer science and have worked as a software developer for 3 years.
I am proficient in multiple programming languages including Java, Python, and C++.
I enjoy working in a team environment and collaborating with others to solve complex problems.
In my free time, I enjoy hiking and exploring new places.
- Q2. Tell me about your family or life before college?
- Ans.
I grew up in a small town with my parents and younger sister. We were a close-knit family.
Grew up in a small town
Close-knit family
Parents and younger sister
Participated in community events
Enjoyed outdoor activities
- Q3. What do you do in free time?
- Ans.
I enjoy reading, hiking, and trying new recipes in my free time.
Reading books on various topics, including fiction, non-fiction, and self-improvement
Hiking in local parks and nature reserves to explore new trails and enjoy the outdoors
Experimenting with new recipes and cooking techniques in the kitchen
Attending cultural events such as concerts, plays, and art exhibits
Spending time with family and friends, playing board
- Q4. What would you expect from this company?
- Ans.
I would expect a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and a commitment to excellence.
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Clear communication and feedback
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Commitment to high-quality work and customer satisfaction
Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Q5. Questions related to family and past life?
- Q6. Do you have any family member or friend in Bangalore?
- Ans.
Yes, I have a cousin who lives in Bangalore.
I have a cousin who has been living in Bangalore for the past 5 years.
We keep in touch and he has shown me around the city during my visits.
He works in the IT industry and enjoys the vibrant culture of Bangalore.
- Q7. How will you find loop in the circular linked list?
- Ans.
Loop in a circular linked list can be found using Floyd's cycle-finding algorithm.
Initialize two pointers, slow and fast, both pointing to the head of the linked list.
Move slow pointer by one node and fast pointer by two nodes in each iteration.
If there is a loop, both pointers will eventually meet at some point.
If there is no loop, fast pointer will reach the end of the linked list.
Time complexity of this algorithm is
- Q8. How will you perform pre-fix and post-fix operation for the given string expression?
- Ans.
Pre-fix and post-fix operations can be performed on a string expression using appropriate operators.
Pre-fix operation involves placing the operator before the operand in the expression.
Post-fix operation involves placing the operator after the operand in the expression.
Examples of pre-fix operators include ++, --, !, and ~.
Examples of post-fix operators include ++ and --.
- Q9. What is data analytics(cause I had mentioned it on the resume)? Just explain the basic and tell them how it can help us make decision/inference
- Ans.
Data analytics is the process of examining data sets to draw conclusions about the information they contain.
Data analytics involves collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to identify patterns and trends.
It can help businesses make informed decisions by providing insights into customer behavior, market trends, and operational efficiency.
For example, a retail company can use data analytics to analyze sales data and ide...
- Q10. In my final year project I have used random forest. So he asked me to explain random forest. And other projects related questions
- Q11. What is your strength and weakness? why J P Morgan Chase? What do you expect from this company? I am from Mechanical Engineering, so she asked me why non-core?
- Ans.
Strengths include adaptability and teamwork. Weaknesses include public speaking. Non-core background allows for diverse perspective. JPMorgan Chase's reputation and opportunities attract me.
Strengths: adaptability, teamwork
Weakness: public speaking
Non-core background brings diverse perspective
Attracted to JPMorgan Chase's reputation and opportunities
- Q12. Few behavioral questions: What will you do if you have enough money and good idea to start your own company?
- Ans.
I would pursue my entrepreneurial dream and start my own company.
I would conduct market research to validate my idea and identify potential competitors.
I would create a business plan outlining my goals, strategies, and financial projections.
I would secure funding through investors or loans.
I would assemble a team of talented individuals with diverse skills and experiences.
I would continuously evaluate and adapt my busi
- Q13. How would you resolve team conflict between your idea and other idea, supported by majority?
- Ans.
I would listen to both sides, gather more information, and try to find a compromise that satisfies everyone.
Listen to both sides and understand their perspectives
Gather more information about both ideas
Try to find common ground and a compromise that satisfies everyone
Encourage open communication and respect for each other's ideas
Consider the potential impact and benefits of each idea
Involve a neutral third party if nec
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: The company came to our campus on day 3 and agreed to take walk-ins.
Therefore resume shortlisting was the procedure.
They had a cut off of 7 CGPA.
Tips: It would be good if you have some coding background with few projects. It could anything from class projects to your internships, extra-curricular or final year projects. Don't forget to mention what all programming language you know on your resume.
Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: The first round consists of two panels. One of them was asking HR. And the other was asking technical questions. They were just looking whether you have the basic technical knowledge and if given an offer you will join or not.
Tips: For technical knowledge, you can refer OOPs basic concepts, standard coding interview problems, geeksforgeeks, cracking the coding interview by Laxman Gayle etc. It would be better if you can first practice hr questions among your friends instead of going directly to interview. I found a youtube channel explains technical relatively easier and simpler way. you can follow that. Just try to show that you are interested in that company.
For HR questions, one can prepare from 64 HR questions.
For the basic OOPs concepts, one can read first 10 chapters from E.Balaguruswamy but any other OOPs book will also be fine.
Confidence is the key ace any interview!!
Round: HR Interview
Experience: This round was mainly to check your personality. He was trying to know whether you will fit in the company or not. Most of the question was from my personal life. They will see whether you are serious about your life or not.
Tips: Be ready to give them instances of your life where you did things differently. Try to show that you are passionate about the company. Try to show you have a clear vision in your life and working hard to achieve that.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: This round was just a formality. The HR from the second round interview introduced me to the third interviewer. He asked few question related to the family.
Tips: One important thing I would like to is that NEVER ASSUME THAT WHATEVER YOU TOLD TO YOUR PREVIOUS INTERVIEWER WILL BE KNOWN TO THE NEXT INTERVIEW. So, if you think some specific points will help you do good in an interview...just let him know. I could be anything your project, conference, paper presentation or your past life as well.
Skills: Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP) Basics, Team Working Ability, Passion, Data Strrutures, Algorithm
College Name: IIT Madras
Skills evaluated in this interview
Interview Questionnaire
2 Questions
- Q1. Citi bank has to enter Indian Market where should it set up its offices?
- Ans.
Citi bank should set up its offices in major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore.
Citi bank should consider the economic and political stability of the region.
The bank should also consider the availability of skilled workforce and infrastructure.
Major cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore have a large customer base and a well-established financial sector.
Setting up offices in multiple cities can help the bank re...
- Q2. If I am(interviewer) a client will you(interviewee) give me credit card?
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: 10 single correct questions, 10 CAT based questions, 5 data sufficiency questions, 2 subjective questions were asked.
Tips: All the objective questions were easy so everyone would have solved. Subjective questions were important for selecting candidates .Final solution for subjective questions are not important ,the way you approach is important.
Duration: 45 minutes
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Questioned on Resume points. A case study was given and the student has to analyse it.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Case study question and brain teaser were asked. Brainteaser was an easy question.
Skill Tips: Mock interviews with friends and ready with all resume points of how to explain them each helps. Solved many case studies. Updated myself with latest news. I also read Wiki questions like how to get 3 wolnes, 2 men to other side of river?.
Skills: Soft skills, Case study solving ability
College Name: IIT MADRAS
I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2016. There were 5 interview rounds.
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Show your finance and analytics background in the resume.
Round: Test
Experience: aptitude, same as cat exam
Round: HR Interview
Experience: They asked me about my interest, why do I want to join citicorp. I discussed current financial events like demonetisation, etc, its impacts. They asked some questions like today's dollar rate.
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: They asked me to discuss my internship work which I had written in my resume. They asked whether the work which I have done was used by my company.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: In this 3rd and final round, they asked me if I won't leave the job later if I get better better offer from somewhere else. They asked me whether I am happy with the compensation they are offering me.
College Name: IIT Madras
I was interviewed in Oct 2016.
Interview Questionnaire
4 Questions
- Q1. Select any five companies you would invest in and why given the required metrics.
- Ans.
I cannot provide investment advice, but here are five companies that have shown strong financial performance in recent years.
Apple - consistently high revenue and profit margins
Amazon - dominant player in e-commerce and cloud computing
Microsoft - strong growth in cloud computing and enterprise software
Alphabet (Google) - diversified revenue streams and strong advertising business
Visa - dominant player in the payments i
- Q2. Questions based on case study.
- Q3. Detailed discussions on the indian economy?
- Q4. Brexit vote and how it would effect the indian economy?
- Ans.
The Brexit vote could have both positive and negative effects on the Indian economy.
Positive effects: Increased trade opportunities with the UK, potential for attracting foreign investments from companies relocating from the UK.
Negative effects: Uncertainty in global markets leading to volatility in exchange rates, potential decline in exports to the UK.
Example: Indian IT companies may face challenges due to stricter i...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: We were first taught the basics of operations involved in working with an investment bank. Based on the workshop we were given a case study with a list of companies to select the one's which are potencial candidates for investments. We were all divided into groups of 5 students.
Round: Test
Experience: The test was basic. Economical aptitude requires prior knowledge of economics concepts. The review topicwas GST bill.
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 41
Round: Stress Interview
Tips: It is important to be aware about the current events and economies.
Skills: Economic Affairs, Financial Economics, Knowledge On Current Affairs
College Name: Thapar University, Patiala
Interview Questionnaire
2 Questions
- Q1. Why do you think this works? What are the drawbacks?
- Ans.
This question is asking for an analysis of the effectiveness and drawbacks of a certain approach or solution.
The question is asking for an evaluation of why a particular approach or solution is effective.
The answer should also include an analysis of the drawbacks or limitations of the approach.
Examples and evidence should be provided to support the analysis.
The response should demonstrate critical thinking and the abil...
- Q2. Why Citi? Why not higher studies?
Interview Preparation Tips
Tips: Could use C/C++/Java to solve,
Duration: 120 minutes
Total Questions: 62
Round: Other Interview
Experience: Simple puzzles, Basic data structures and algorithms based question were asked.
Round: Other Interview
Experience: Asked about my Analytics intern – Explained some Text mining, machine learning techniques like Artificial Neural Networks. Also DDP and Projects – some Regression and Time Series Concepts.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: Basic HR and background check, Also Check if you are genuinely interested and will not leave the company.
General Tips: Talk to people, read stuff, find out what interests you. Decide a few areas and prepare for those. Take part in insti clubs, get to know new stuff.There are a number of free online video courses available like coursera, edX, etc. Have a look at these, pick up one or two, learn whenever you have time. If possible, even submit the assignments and give the quizzes. A programming language cannot be learned just by reading a book or watching videos. You have to practice and do somehands-on exercises.While preparing for Puzzles and coding questions, do not directly go to the solution, always make an attempt, scribble your thoughts on a piece of paper.Participate in competitions (for both core and non-core), you ll learn a lot through such experiences than what you learn from textbooks.
Skill Tips: Speak confidently and explain your projects in simple terms. Ask if they want further explanation, and only then talk about it in depth.
College Name: IIT MADRAS
Interview Questionnaire
3 Questions
- Q1. Problem on Probability and Optimization
- Q2. Questions based on Data Analysis, General Awareness and Resume-based questions
- Q3. Basic HR Questions such as 'Tell me abour yourself.' and a few random questions
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: It was basic 12th class maths such as probability, permutation andcombination and things, and stuff such as data sufficiency where a question is provided with some data and you will be asked whether you will able to solve it or not with the help of given data.
Overall good experience, About 40 students were selected.
Tips: Prepare well the part of quantitative and analytical analysis in CAT's syllabus.
Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: It was a good round with questions mainly focused on probability and statistics, and optimization.
Tips: Basic knowledge of probability and statistics will do.
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: The round was a long one, with questions on data analysis and about current economic affairs in the world.
They also discussed about things mentioned in resume in detail.
Tips: 1. Be through with your resume with explanation for each point in mind.
2. Gather the knowledge about current affairs. Try to read newspapers such as The Economic Times for at least 2 months prior to interview.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: Questions were asked on ourselves to judge the personality and a few random questions as per HR.
Tips: Be prepared with questions such as:
1. Tell me about yourself.
2. Strengths and Weaknesses.
3. Why this company?
4. Why should you be hired?
And a few more of typical questions. Keep your mind open for anything.
General Tips: 1. Read newspapers such as The Economic Times for at least two months prior to interview.
2. Prepare well on basic maths especially topics covered in CAT.
3. Be through with points mentioned in resume with a ready explanation for each.
Skill Tips: Basic knowledge will do. Try to practice more.
And read more stuff.
Skills: Knowledge in Probability and Statistics, Basics in Operation Research (Optimization)., Quantitative aptitude.
College Name: IIT MADRAS
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