Aptitude Test : 137 Minutes
Quantitative : 20 Minutes
Reasoning / Analytical : 20 Minutes
Verbal English : 7 Minutes
Technical : 90 Minutes
Details of types of questions asked in each of the sections:
The Technical Part of the written test was divided into 4 sections - Programming Ability, Data Structures and
Algorithms, Operating Systems and Networking Concepts, and another section on a Programming Language (choice
of C, C++, Java). The Quantitative and Reasoning questions were mostly simple questions like interpretation of bar
graphs etc. The tougher part was the technical section.

I had two rounds of technical interviews. Both the rounds lasted around 10 minutes each. The questions were
mainly related to my research projects and my research paper(in Data Mining) in particular. I was asked in-depth
questions regarding the implementation part of my research paper. Other than that, I was asked basic questions in
Data Structures and Operating Systems. On the whole, I felt my research work played a crucial role in my technical
interviews.

My HR interview was the longest and toughest interview. It lasted for around 40 minutes. I was asked various
questions about my career goals- "Why HP?","What would I do if IBM offered me a similar job?", etc. I was also
asked to talk about the core values and principles that were important to me as a person and how a job at Hewlett-
Packard would enable me to realize them. I answered the questions candidly and confidently, and justified
everything I said with rational arguments.

Study the basics of Data Structures and Operating Systems thoroughly. But,be prepared with other important
subjects like Systems Programming, Compilers, Database Management Systems, and Networking also. In the
technical interviews, try to focus on your strengths(like research projects, internships and any other academic
achievements). In the HR interview, be straightforward and answer confidently. All the best!

The interviewers in the technical rounds were very polite and they tried to bring forth the best in me. The HR
interview was however a bit more strenuous as interviewers tried to see how I would react under pressure. On the
whole, the entire selection process was a learning experience for me and I came out of it satisfied with my
performance.