Short but Sharp: A TCS Engineer’s 9-Minute IIM Visakhapatnam Interview
Candidate Profile
- Background: Electrical Engineering graduate
- Experience: 3.5 years at TCS (IT Sector)
- Academics:
- 10th Grade: 90%
- 12th Grade: 90%
- Undergraduate CGPA: 9.0
- Profile Type: GEM (General, Engineering, Male)
Interview Panel
- Duration: Just 9 minutes
- Panelists: 2 Male Interviewers
- Tone: Straightforward and to the point—focused but brief
Interview Questions & Candidate's Approach
Work Experience & Technical Background
🔵 P1: Tell me about yourself (TMAY).
📌 Tip: Use this brief opportunity to weave your academic foundation and professional growth into your MBA motivation.
🔵 P1: What was your role at TCS?
📌 Tip: Describe key responsibilities—whether in coding, client handling, team coordination, or system design.
🔵 P1: Database-related questions. (Candidate couldn’t answer one)
📌 Tip: If you stumble, be honest and pivot confidently to something you do know—highlight strengths without getting flustered.
🔵 P1: How are libraries used in programs?
📌 Tip: Talk about how software libraries are pre-written code packages that provide reusable functions or classes, saving time and ensuring consistency.
General Awareness & Decision-Making
🔵 P2: Who is the Governor of West Bengal? Who was the previous one?
📌 Tip: Stay updated on high-ranking officials, especially recent transitions. Jagdeep Dhankhar (former), now Vice President.
🔵 P2: What is the role of the Vice President of India?
📌 Tip: Mention functions like presiding over the Rajya Sabha and being the second-highest constitutional authority.
🔵 P2: What happened in the Adani stock crash?
📌 Tip: Summarize the Hindenburg report’s impact, market reaction, and investor sentiment.
🔵 P2: As an investor, should I invest in Adani or not?
📌 Tip: Acknowledge risks and opportunities. Show balanced thinking—mention fundamentals, market recovery, and sentiment indicators.
🔵 P2: Why did LIC invest in Adani despite the controversy?
📌 Tip: State LIC’s long-term investment strategy and the potential reasoning—government-aligned strategy, diversified exposure, or valuation bets.
Key Takeaways for Aspirants
- ✅ Even a 9-minute interview can be impactful—stay sharp and concise
- ✅ Review work-related topics like databases and programming libraries
- ✅ Be well-versed in major current affairs involving companies like Adani
- ✅ Know your geography and key political figures—especially if they're in the news
- ✅ Stay calm and honest if you don't know something—it's your composure that counts
📢 Disclaimer: The above interview experience is based on real candidate interactions collected from various sources. To ensure privacy, some details such as location, industry specifics, and numerical figures have been altered. However, the core questions and insights remain authentic. These stories are intended for educational purposes and do not claim to represent official views of any institution. Any resemblance to actual individuals is purely coincidental.
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