Cognizant interview experience Real time questions & tips from candidates to crack your interview
SDE - 1
Cognizant
3 rounds | 3 Coding
problems
Selected Interview preparation journey
Preparation
Duration: 1 month
Topics: Data Structures, OOPS, Database management, Algorithms, Networking, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning, Basic Java concepts
Tip 1 : Always keep your basics strong.
Tip 2 : Develop projects on your own.
Tip 3 : Consistency is the key and learning DSA requires a lot of consistency.
Tip 4 : Start preparing 2-3 months prior to your placement season. Preparing at the last moment won't help.
Application process
Where: Campus
Eligibility: More than 60% in 10th, Diploma/12th.
Tip 1 : Always put your best projects on top.
Tip 2 : Mention your achievements, it creates a good impact.
Interview rounds
01
Round
Easy
Online Coding Interview
Duration100 mins
Interview date20 Sep 2021
Coding problem1
1. Aptitude based questions
Quantitative aptitude, Analytical and Logical Reasoning, Verbal
02
Round
Easy
Video Call
Duration60 minutes
Interview date1 Oct 2021
Coding problem1
1. Technical Questions
How does Garbage Collection work?
What is time complexity?
Explain Inheritance.
Explain TCP IP protocol?
Give an example to use JOIN in a query.
03
Round
Easy
HR Round
Duration60 minutes
Interview date5 Oct 2022
Coding problem1
1. Basic HR Questions
How do you handle conflicts?
What problems did you face during you internship/ projects and how did you face the situation?
Why cognizant? Will you switch to other company if offered with higher package?
Here's your problem of the day 
Solving this problem will increase your chance to get selected in this company
Skill covered: Programming
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