Aptitude Test : 30 Minutes<br />
Quantitative : 0 Minutes<br />
Reasoning / Analytical : 0 Minutes<br />
Verbal English : 0 Minutes<br />
Technical : 45 Minutes<br />
Details of types of questions asked in each of the sections:<br />
The technical test was conducted first. Questions were mainly from Power systems and a few from basic circuit<br />
theory. In fact the questions from power systems were taken from Wadhwa.<br />
As for the general aptitude test, time was the major constraint, the questions being relatively straight forward.<br />
Separate cutoffs were there for each test and calculators were allowed.

The technical interview started off with details regarding my summer project at BARC, Mumbai. The project involved<br />
modeling and simulation of the nuclear reactor. I was asked the basic principles involved in energy conversion in a<br />
nuclear reactor. Further specifications of various subsystems like generator capacity, voltage, transformer ratings<br />
etc. were asked. The package(Labview) and the language(C) used for the project were also inquired. Questions<br />
regarding electric machines followed like 1. What would happen if dc is used in transformers? 2. Draw the output for<br />
the same. 3. What is the average efficiency of a T/F and an induction motor and what is the reason for the<br />
difference? 4. Explain the various losses in an induction motor.<br />
Power system protection came next with questions like 1. Explain the protection schemes for induction motors? 2.<br />
Draw the protection scheme against inter turn faults.<br />
Finally a general question was asked " what is the difference between a ceiling and table fan?" ( think about this)

The interview started off as usual with "tell me about yourself". Some of the questions that followed were 1. What<br />
are your hobbies? I mentioned poetry as one. 2. Do you remember any of your works? 3. What qualities you look<br />
for in a person and prioritize them. 4. If you are absorbed in a company and one of your project has been delayed<br />
by 6 months, what sort of work would you engage yourself during the 9 idle hours in the company? 5. One of your<br />
colleagues has gone on leave and you are asked to take up his/her work by your boss in addition to your already<br />
rigorous assignment. What would be your reaction and explain it scientifically. The further questions were on a<br />
lighter note. Why did your SGPA fall in the 3rd semester? How much money do you get from your father monthly<br />
and how do you use it generally? Being interested in power systems why don't you opt for research like M.Tech/MS<br />
or a PhD? If provide an opportunity by the company to pursue higher studies will you opt? Any workplace<br />
preferences? And finally any questions you would like to ask us?

Be clear about your goals and constantly strive towards them. Be absolutely clear with the fundamentals of the<br />
subject and build each new topic or subject from them as these are the things tested in an interview. Make sure you<br />
have a thorough grasp on the areas related to your projects. Remember that the interviewer is from a company, not<br />
from academia and so the chances of him asking you to solve a theoretical problem is very less. Have awareness<br />
about the real world apart from the ideality in textbooks as that is expected from an engineer. Last but not the least,<br />
have confidence in your self as this is what separates a winner from a looser.

Each person has his/her own ambitions and goals. Mine was to join a company where I can put to test the subjects<br />
studied so far and the job profile exactly matched my interests like load flow analysis and relay coordination which a<br />
are challenging areas in electrical engineering. The technical interview in itself was some sort of feedback as how<br />
well versed I am in the core areas of Electrical engineering. All put together, it gives me a sense of satisfaction now<br />
that I am pretty good in my field of interest.