J'ai postulé via un établissement d'enseignement supérieur ou universitaire. J'ai passé un entretien chez Cognizant (Mysore) en oct. 2025
Entretien
HSBC interview experience for trainee software engineering role yet to attend. i have it on 29th oct 2025. so please guide me through the process.
this is my second interview attending on-campus
thank you.
Questions d'entretien [1]
Question 1
hsbc interview experience for trainee software engineering role
J'ai postulé via une autre source. J'ai passé un entretien chez Cognizant (Bangalore Rural)
Entretien
easy interview with basics questions of sql, python, java, ai , compared to other companies its easier to answer the questions, but need to be very skillfull on the topics
Format: Platform-based (e.g., HackerRank or LeetCode).
Details: 2-3 basic coding questions focusing on fundamental data structures (arrays, strings) and algorithms, along with a few multiple-choice questions on OOPs concepts, SQL, and basic networking.
Duration: 60 to 90 minutes.
Questions d'entretien [1]
Question 1
Format: Video call with a Senior Engineer.
Details: Review of the code written in the assessment. You are asked to explain your logic and optimize it. Basic conceptual questions follow, covering topics like:
Differences between interface and abstract classes.
Basic SQL queries (Joins, Group By).
Walkthrough of a college project mentioned on your resume.
Duration: 45 to 60 minutes.
3. Managerial / Behavioral Interview (Round 2)
Format: Video call with a Project Manager or Engineering Lead.
Details: Discussion focused on soft skills, situational judgment, and cultural fit. Common questions include:
"Tell me about a time you faced a challenge in a team project and how you resolved it."
"Why do you want to join this company?"
"How do you handle tight deadlines?"
Duration: 30 to 45 minutes.
4. HR Discussion
Format: Short phone call.
Details: Discussion regarding company policies, location preferences, document verification, and basic salary expectations.
Duration: 15 minutes.
Simple interview. I got asked about my projects and stuff about expected behavior at the company. The technical side of the interview included problems from SQL and Python. Overall, not a bad process.