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What topics should I prepare for the written test and interview at IIT Bhubaneswar for an M.Tech in Material Science?

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Suchandra Jha Posted On : August 14th, 2020
M.Tech Extractive Metallurgy, Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi (2019)

Based on the GATE score, IIT Bhubaneshwar calls a limited number of students for written tests and interviews. The admission is usually offered on the basis of performance in written test and interview. Each has a different weightage i.e Written Test contains 70% weightage and Interview has 30% of weightage.

The written test will contain the questions from General Aptitude and Metallurgy.

  • Metallurgy will be on par with the GATE level.

  • General Aptitude will comprise of Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and English.

You need to qualify the written test in order to appear for the interview. You need to be prepared with your project for an interview. You must also know the basics of concepts like XRD, Iron- Carbon diagram, and Metallurgy basics. They will put up a list of final selected candidates after the interviews.

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How is the interview at IIT Bhubaneswar for an M.Tech thermal?What are the chances that a general category guy with 3061 rank and 704 score get a seat?

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Mohona Roy Posted On : August 13th, 2020
Studied at Indian Institute of Technology Dhanbad (2018)

Chances are not much good as the number of seats in the thermal specialization are less (only 18) and IIT Bhubaneswar conducts a rigorous interview (half an hour to 45 minutes per candidate), within that duration you need to explain the topics on the board to the interviewers. Some of the interview questions asked in the previous year were boundary layer theory, transient heat conduction, the significance of Prandtl, Nusselt, etc.

The process for admission in the course is based on marks secured in graduation. The student must have 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA in a 10-point scale in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (with a valid GATE score). 

The final selection of regular candidates will be based on the combined scores of the candidates in GATE (70%) and the written test (30%). The Written Test and Interview shall be given equal weightage of 15% each.

Students in the unreserved category will be eligible to sit in the interview subject to scoring a minimum of 40% marks in the written test and for final selection a minimum of 50% marks in the interview.

Hence, an interview becomes a very crucial factor in securing admission. It is completely technical in nature as explained above it judges the in-depth knowledge of the applicant in the subject. NPTEL lectures can be useful in preparing for the interview so as to enhance the understanding of the in-depth concepts of the subject in detail. Since the analysis part of some concepts as mentioned above can also be asked. The project report is also required there so one can expect questions from there also.

Finally, the cut off of the course is around 600 hence you can expect to have a fair chance if you have good understanding and command over your subjects.
 

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What is the interview process like for the Mu Sigma- TAPMI L.E.A.D Program?

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Chitra Ghose Posted On : June 22nd, 2021
MBA BM, XLRI (2017)

The interview process for the new L.E.A.D program at TAPMI is going to be an interesting one. The interview is conducted by a panel consisting of TAPMI faculty members and Mu Sigma officials.

Candidates will be tested on the following criteria:

  • Leadership Communication
  • Self-Awareness
  • Self-Management
  • Social Awareness

So, the officials or panel will judge you on the basis of your skills which mainly consist of leadership qualities and the confidence you show in yourself. You will be put in real-life situations and judged on how you respond as future management professional.

If you want to prepare for it, go through all the projects you have done while working. And, also focus on your SOP and highlight your achievements.

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What is the interview process like for the Mu Sigma-TAPMI L.E.A.D Program?

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Pratik Parikh Posted On : April 17th, 2023
Lives in Bangalore

It is going to be an interesting interview process for TAPMI's new L.E.A.D programme. The interviewer panel will include Mu Sigma representatives and TAPMI faculty members. They will evaluate your leadership qualities and the confidence level. You'll be tested on how you react in actual life scenarios as a potential management professional.

You'll be asked a lot of questions about the projects you have worked upon. Also, concentrate on your SOP and highlight your accomplishments.

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What kind of questions can one expect in the SPJIMR one-year PGPM interview?

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Trisha Somwanshi Posted On : March 17th, 2023
Studied at SPJIMR

To ace the two rounds of interviews, keep in mind that the first one focuses on technical skills while the second one assesses your fit in the company's culture. Nevertheless, expect some similarities in the questions asked. You should note that the interview will be in a group setting where you'll face 4-5 panelists. One of the questions you might encounter is related to India's e-commerce industry. In the second round, the panelists might inquire if your current job satisfies you and probe your moral principles and ethical code.

It is important to be well-prepared for both rounds of the interview. Take the time to research the company and the industry, and practice answering common interview questions. You may also want to prepare some questions to ask the panelists at the end of the interview to show your interest in the company and the role. Practice answering standard interview questions and prepare inquiries that showcase your interest in the organization and the position.

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How can I crack the IIM Ranchi HRM interview process?

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Jason Jose Posted On : January 19th, 2023
B.COM (Hons) from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore (Graduated 2018)

An HRM interview may be similar to other MBA interviews, but it's likely that you'll be asked "Why HR?" If you have experience in the field or have studied HRM, it will be easier to answer this question. However, if you're switching fields, you'll need to explain your interest in detail. It's important to stay honest and not try to deceive the interviewers, even if HR isn't your first choice. The rest of the interview process will be similar to other IIM interviews. 

One student with a finance background shared his personal experience of being asked this question during an HRM interview, even though he had already received offers from other IIMs and HRM wasn't his first choice.

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What are the strange questions asked in XLRI interview?

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Eklavya Suryavanshi Posted On : May 30th, 2021
MBA from XLRI Jamshedpur (2019)

My elder brother used to be a student of XLRI and he had to come across some tricky, if not weird questions. 

  • They asked him the difference between a lion and a tiger, the difference between a penguin and a bird. They asked him to differentiate between an alligator and a crocodile, between a turtle and a tortoise, and also between a donkey and a mule.
  • He had to refer to the group discussion where the professor asked my brother to rate the group and how he contributed. 
  • The professor asked him about the error of commission and the error of omission. 
  • He could not say if the professor was satisfied with his answer and all he got in response from the latter was a straight face.
  • Other questions the professors have asked their interviewees were the difference between the tragedies of Sophocles and Shakespeare. It is a good question to test our knowledge of dramatic narratives. 
  • Another question was how Shakespeare can be related to human resources.

Interviews in B-schools can sometimes be non-standardized and are often reactive of the experiences of the interviewee(s). My brother cannot say if the testing is deliberately non-standardized, whether responses are calibrated or normalized, or if the professors test the reliability. A lot of people who made it past the personal interview ended up joining the IIMs and vice-versa.

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When do the major B-schools (IIMS, XLRI, FMS, MDI, SPJAIN, NMIMS, SIMB, IMT) generally conduct interviews and till when do the final admissions take place?

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Shrishti Taneja Posted On : November 5th, 2022
PGPM from Management Development Institute, Gurgaon

The majority of business school interviews take place between February and April, though some may extend into May. Each B-School maintains a one-month window for GD-PI. Interviews are typically completed by mid-April.

Final admission letters begin to be distributed approximately 20-30 days after the end date for GD-PI processes. This is followed by updated wait lists and coverage every fortnight, with the frequency increasing to weekly in the final few weeks before the start of the course.

These business schools typically accept students until the end of the first month of the semester to fill seats vacated by students transferring to other colleges.

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How many shortlisted candidates appear for an MS interview at IIT Mandi?

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Soutrik Gupta Posted On : June 30th, 2023
IIT Mandi

Almost 13 candidates are shortlisted for an MS interview in 2023. It is done based on the GATE or NET score.

  • For General/OBC(CL) - Bachelor’s degree Score >= 65% (or 6.5/10 CGPA)
  • For General (EWS)/OBC(NCL) - Bachelor’s degree Score >= 60% (or 6.0/10 CGPA)
  • For SC/ST/PC - Bachelor’s degree Score >= 55% (or 5.5/10 CGPA)

You can visit the official website to get more clarification.

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How do I prepare for the XIMB GD-PI?

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Ashish Nair Posted On : March 13th, 2023
Former Executive at KPMG India (2015–2017)

The GD-PI is a crucial part of the admission process. One cannot perform well unless they have prepared for the same. My answer comprises some benefits and tips that will help you sail smoothly.

Group Discussion 

For the GD one needs to prepare General Awareness. Candidates are expected to be well informed about General Affairs and should have their own logical opinions on the same. This can be done by reading popular magazines and newspapers to keep yourself aware of major issues related to your city, state, country, and the world. You might be asked to write about abstract topics too. The best way is to practice GD with a group of students 


 

Personal Interview 

The interview aims to analyze your personality, which is the main aspect of a manager. Some tips to ace your interview are

  • Prepare well for your academic subjects of graduation, since your grasp on those subjects is taken as a parameter to determine your student capabilities.
  • Prepare 2-3 subjects from the core areas of your study to prepare in depth because sometimes the interviewers ask questions from the basics of your subject or from the application of the same. 
  • You should also prepare your projects and internships
  • Channelising your interests helps them in understanding how passionate you are
  • Give at least 2-3 mock interviews to an experienced and senior panel of people who can assess your preparation and provide feedback on the same.
  • After each mock interview, evaluate yourself and see where you lack and how you can improve. 
  • Search for YouTube videos or join a coaching institute as they offer excellent Counseling and help in GD PI and choosing the best B-School.

Preparation for a Personal Interview should start in advance as it requires a lot of time and effort.

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