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Village to Data: IIM Kashipur Interview Tale

From a Farming Village to Data Dreams: How a BSc Grad Made His Mark in the IIM Kashipur Interview

Candidate Profile

  • Background: B.Sc. in General Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
  • Work Experience: Experience working in rural areas, possibly in a government or outreach-based role
  • Category: OBC
  • Academics:
    • Class 12: 61.58%
    • Graduation: 80%

Interview Panel Composition

  • Panelists: 2
  • P1: Friendly and inquisitive; asked conceptual and personality-based questions
  • P2: Focused on geography, background, and real-world applications
  • Duration: ~13 minutes
  • Atmosphere: Conversational with a mix of light-hearted and analytical questions

Interview Questions & Candidate's Approach

🔵 Panelist: Your name is Dravid Dhakad. What do people usually call you?

🔵 Panelist: What qualities of Rahul Dravid do you admire and want to replicate in life?

📌 Tip: Personalize such questions to show self-awareness and values. Use cultural references or role models to highlight traits like discipline, consistency, or humility.

🔵 Panelist: One question on partial differential equations (PDEs)

📌 Tip: Even for non-core interviews, basics from your major subjects can be asked. Revise foundational topics like PDEs, matrices, or calculus from PCM.

🔵 Panelist: Where are you from? (Village in MP)

🔵 Panelist: What are some famous places in Bhopal? (e.g., Bhimbetka)

📌 Tip: Always research cultural, historical, and geographic facts about your hometown or region. It's a simple way to display awareness and pride in your roots.

🔵 Panelist: What crops are cultivated in the Rabi season in your village?

🔵 Panelist: What challenges did you face working in remote areas?

📌 Tip: Use your background to create a compelling narrative. Mention local issues, practical experience, and how this shaped your interest in analytics or development.

🔵 Panelist: What do you do in your free time?

🔵 Panelist: Who is your favorite singer?

🔵 Panelist: Any major headline in today’s newspaper? (e.g., IMF projection for India’s GDP)

📌 Tip: Stay updated with current events, especially economic reports. A casual question can turn analytical—know the "why" behind the news.

🔵 Panelist: Why did the IMF downgrade India’s GDP growth forecast?

🔵 Panelist: How can data be used in farming?

📌 Tip: Be ready with simple but insightful applications of data in sectors like agriculture, health, or education—especially if these are personally relevant to you.

🔵 Panelist: Do you have any questions for us?

📌 Tip: Always prepare one thoughtful question about the curriculum, opportunities, or career paths. It shows genuine interest.

🎯 Key Takeaways for Aspirants

  • ✅ Use your name, region, or background as a storytelling tool—personal anecdotes make you memorable
  • ✅ Don’t ignore your BSc subjects; basics from PCM can come up
  • ✅ Know your roots and leverage local knowledge in answers
  • ✅ Stay informed about major economic and national news
  • ✅ Frame real-world problems (like farming) in the context of data and analytics
📢 Disclaimer: Real Stories, Modified for Privacy
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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