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What happens at Ashoka University interviews?
The interview round of Ashoka University is usually casual. The aim of the interview is to check you are who you portrayed yourself as in the application. During the interview, they ask about books, movies, what are your strengths and weaknesses, etc. If you have any questions, you can ask then at the end of interview. Usually the interview duration is around 15 mins - 45 mins.
How was the IIM Rohtak interview?
My friend once shared his interview experience at IIM Rohtak. He was a General Engineer Male with Acads:9.8/94.4/8.55 Cat: 94.4/71.55/98.5 Overall:96.8 profile.
It was an online interview and the panel comprised a male and a female who made it a very comfortable experience. Before the interview began, he was asked to display the CAT Score card and graduation certificate.
The strange part of the interview was that they did not ask any typical HR questions like an introduction, questions around why MBA, strengths or weaknesses. I have summarized the rest of the interview in points below
- He was asked to write on "Technologies impact on the job market" for which he was given 30 seconds to prepare.
- Owing to his Electrical Engineering background, he was asked about AC to DC rectifiers and digital devices.
- Keeping his Data Science work experience in mind he was inquired about his job role and questions about Supervised and unsupervised learning. They also asked questions about primary and secondary markets
- He was asked about his hobbies
- He was from Andhra Pradesh and they asked him about its current government scenario.
My friend was able to answer almost all the questions confidently and the interview ended within 10-12 minutes.
How was your XIMB interview experience?
Here's a rundown of an XIMB interview experience of a student. This is how the interview went.
- Program Applied: BM, HR
- XAT score: 96.86
- Academic Scores: X/XII/B.Tech - 88.16/70.83/7.38
- Group Discussion Topic: India should cut diplomatic ties with Pakistan
- GD Duration: 5-6 minutes
- WAT Duration: 5 minutes
The student started the GD second after a girl, and three people (including the student) dominated the conversation. After the GD and WAT, the students were asked to sit outside. Interview Duration: 15 minutes.
There were three-panel members, two old professors, and one middle-aged man. The interview panelists were the same for everyone. The middle-aged panelist asked the student to take a seat and AOP asked about the student's CAT/XAT scores. When the student revealed that he only applied through XGMT and not CAT/XAT, the panelists inquired about the student's preference for the BM and HR programs, to which the student answered that BM was his first choice.
The panel asked about the student's interest in HR. When the panelists asked why the student left his job, he answered, and the discussion shifted to his academic scores.
The panelists commented on the student's low academic scores and asked him about the reason for the decline. The student explained that the conversion factor made it look worse than it was, but the panelists pushed back and commented that everyone faced the same issue. The student countered that his semester marks were actually increasing and he enjoyed learning from real-life experiences.
The panelists then asked the student about his other calls, which he revealed. They also inquired about the student's preference if he were to convert all of them, to which the student responded. They then asked the student about his interest in HR and digital marketing, and he provided a detailed explanation. The middle-aged panelist asked the student if he had ever taken a loan, and the student replied that he had not, as his content writing company was small and unregistered. The panel then inquired about loan rates and why fixed deposit rates were low while loan rates were high, and the student explained the concept of banks using the excess amount to fund new loans.
The conversation then turned to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), and the student could not recall the interest rates it set. The panel asked the student about his thoughts on Nirav Modi and whether his assets should be sold to recover as much as possible. The student replied that his assets should be liquidated to recover as much as possible.
How was your interview at IIM IPM Rohtak?
My friend had an interview at IIM Rohtak. She was a commerce student with 95% in Class 10th and 93.8% in Class 12. It was an online interview conducted by two male panelists.
The interview started with her speaking about herself, her background, school achievements, extracurriculars, and hobbies. She told them her hobby was reading and they asked her about her recent reads. They asked her the following questions
- What is more important to you: Money or Happiness?
- As a student of economics, consider a situation where all the countries have the same currency. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the situation?
- What if there is a different currency in every state of India. Explain the consequences.
- Name any two women entrepreneurs?
- Who is the governor of MP?
- Who is the Chief Justice of India?
Apart from the last question she was able to answer all and thankfully was able to convert the call.
The truth is IPM interviews are of Class 12 pass outs so are just limited to their knowledge. They mainly test your academic questions and basic knowledge of current issues. All you need to do is be confident and succeed!
How was your IIT Kharagpur PGDBA interview experience?
Before sharing my PGDBA interview experience, I would like to list down my personal details:
Name- Minakshi Singh
Educational Background- BE graduate from BIT Mesra, Ranchi (74.4%), 12th (88.8%), 10th (10 CGPA).
Work experience: 1 year
Organization(Name): TCS
Designation: Software Engineer
The Interview was conducted in an online manner, and its duration was 30 minutes. There were three interviewers, and they made me feel comfortable before starting the PI. Here are some questions I was asked during the interview-
First, I was asked to Introduce myself. I answered politely and confidently. I told the interviewers everything about myself. I told them about my academic qualifications, my work experience, my schooling background, my interests, etc.
I was asked about my undergrad degree. I answered that I have completed my B.Tech from BIT Meshra, Ranchi in Computer Science. In response to this, I was asked the reason for pursuing CSE for my B.Tech. I responded by saying that I am interested in computer science, which is why I opted for a B.Tech in this stream.
Apart from my personal details, I was asked technical questions too. For example, one of the interviewers asked me to differentiate between Analytics and Analysis. The interviewers asked Business Analytics related questions, and questions on current affairs.
My advice to you would be to remain calm and confident during the interview, and to study a bit of current affairs. Also, make sure to study a bit on this course, and have answers to basic questions such as the one I have mentioned above.
Overall, my PGDBA interview experience at IIT Kharagpur was quite pleasant.
How was your IMT Ghaziabad interview experience?
The interview process at IMT Ghaziabad can vary depending on the program you are applying for. However, in general, the interview is an important component of the selection process and is used to evaluate your suitability for the program.
The interview panel usually consists of faculty members and industry experts. The interview can cover a range of topics, including your academic background, work experience, extracurricular activities, and goals. The panel may also ask you situational questions to test your problem-solving and analytical skills.
To prepare for the IMT Ghaziabad interview, it is important to:
- Research the program thoroughly and understand its requirements and objectives.
- Be well-versed in your academic and professional background, and be prepared to answer questions related to it.
- Be aware of current affairs and industry trends related to your program.
- Be confident and articulate in your responses, and demonstrate your passion for the program and your future goals.
Overall, the interview experience at IMT Ghaziabad can be challenging, but it is also an opportunity for you to showcase your skills and suitability for the program. By preparing well and demonstrating your potential, you can increase your chances of being selected for the program.
How was your MICA interview experience?
After taking exams like CAT, GMAT and MICAT, which is MICA's own entrance exam, you are shortlisted for GE/PI based on your combined CAT/GMAT and MICAT score. Every candidate's interview experience is unique and subjective. The panelists try to ask critical questions, eager to test your stand. But you don't need to stress out, just be rational.
Here is a genuine interview experience of a friend of mine:
Venue: Indian Social Institute, New Delhi
Slot: Morning Slot
- First of all your GEPI Registrations happen at the venue which eventually gets over by 9:15 after which you are assigned panel numbers. Candidates are put into several groups of 7-8 members each, and from there they are taken for the GE.
- Thereafter, two-panel members welcome you and provide you with aprons to wear, on which a serial number of candidates is written.
- A group exercise is assigned which has to be executed collectively by the group members at the GE. The exercise that my friend got was "to prepare a skit in which you're playing yourself and Candidate 3 is chosen for admission to MICA from this group, you have to justify his selection."
- Then, you are given 7-8 minutes to think about and plan your group exercise. My friend and her group decided that they will let candidate 3 have a great interview while other group members will be downplaying their strengths and hence justifying the selection of candidate 3 through their group exercise.
- After your group exercise, you are asked to wait for the common waiting area and you will be facing three new panel members for the personal interview round.
- The panel members will greet you and ask you to sit down. They might discuss the group project that you just performed and what was your role in it.
- They might ask you about your academic background and why you chose to appear for MICA over IIMs. Questions about social media marketing, digital marketing can be thrown at you at any time so prepare beforehand.
Lastly, even if the panelists try to grill you, you have to stand your ground and keep your composure. If you have good communication skills and you understand what all marketing is actually about, then your result will be definitely converted.
How do I prepare for an MS interview at IIT Madras?
The first round comprises a written test where you will be evaluated on your second and third-year Subject knowledge. The test has both problem-solving as well as memory-based questions. The competition is tough but the preparation is just like GATE.
The interview is usually conducted by the entire faculty pool of your department. They ask questions related to the topic of your choice. Answer the questions confidently and ask for a pen or paper if required for illustrative purposes. Don’t do guesswork as this irritates most of the faculty.
Being a research-oriented program, an MS interview necessarily evaluated your basic knowledge rather than memory-based knowledge. They might additionally question you about your Bachelor's project or any internship you did in the past. They might demand answers to certain questions like
- Why MS?
- Why a low GATE score?
- Why IITM?
- Why department (whichever department you chose)?
- Why that particular field of research?
- What are your goals?
Don’t panic while answering these and show them your research talent so that any shortcomings can be overlooked.
How is the IIM Ranchi IPM interview?
My brother had his interview at IIM Ranchi last year for IPM. His 10th marks were 95% and 12th (PCB) marks stood at 78.4%. His interview was scheduled for the afternoon. He was welcomed by 2 male panelists who seemed quite comfortable and asked him if he had had lunch before appearing for the interview. Then they asked him the following questions
- 10/12th marks
- Favorite subject (PS: I said biology.)
- Why did you choose IPM after having biology? How would these subjects complement you?
- What is the difference between gray and white matter? (Brain)
- What is the function of the vitreous humor, and where is it located?
- What are the different enzymes secreted by the pancreas?
- Name the smallest and largest bone in the human body. (Location as well)
- State the “Second law of thermodynamics.”
- Define E=mc^2
- CM of your state. Any current official statement made by him.
- What is your hobby?
From the above list of questions, we can boldly say that the majority of the questions are aimed at testing your general knowledge. If you have a confident aura, you will easily win their favor.
Pro tip: You can direct the interview to a favorable topic by elaborating on any specific answer.
How was your IIM Bangalore interview experience?
The following experience is that of my sister who has the following profile 95/93.8/8.9 (Bcom H Fresher). It was an online interview the duration of which was 20 minutes. The questions asked to her were as follows:
- What is the difference between bcom and bcom hons?
- Do honours have any significance?
- What is your favourite subject?
- What is the inflation rate?
- What is the growth rate?
- How to calculate inflation rate?
- How will India recover from covid shock? (Lot of cross questioning)
- Asked a lot of questions regarding balance sheet and it’s format
- Difference between current assets and noncurrent assets
- Difference between current liabilities and provisions
- What is returns to a factor?
- What is returns to a scale?
- What are economies of scale?
Luckily my sister answered each and every question confidently.
Next came up the Case Study round wherein the interviewer asked:
On Wednesday, discounts on different items are given, so that sales could be increased. What is the concept involved? To this my sister answered Elasticity of demand and gave many other reasons like consumer behaviour, law of demand. They also asked her why she did not prefer work experience first. To this she told them that she was learning-oriented. Both the interviewers were quite convinced.
She got selected soon after.
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