Coal India Interview Questions
& Process
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and how the experience turned out.
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Coal India
Financial Analyst
Intern Easy Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
It was a pretty straightforward interview process, and I think it's manageable. However, you do need to pass the government exams first to get through. I was an intern there, and honestly, the work environment wasn't the best, but it was okay.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about yourself, your strengths, weaknesses, and what your long-term goals are.
Coal India
Management Trainee
Entry Average Negative experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process started with a recruiter call, followed by a phone screen. Questions covered my background, project work from my MBA, reasons for applying to Coal India, and my opinion on the organization. I was also asked about my intent to leave within 6 months and the working environment of my previous appointment.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Could you elaborate on your previous job and profile?
- Tell me about yourself.
- Walk me through your work experience.
Coal India
Electrical Engineer
Mid Difficult Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Panel
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was good. They only asked basic questions. There were ten panel members. It started with an introduction and then basic HR questions. After that, it was all technical, just to check if you know the basics. The panel was friendly, talked very nicely and were supportive.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Tell me about yourself.
- What do you know about machines?
- Can you explain power systems?
Coal India
Environment Management Trainee
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Group Technical screen
Interview formats
Group Technical
The process was pretty straightforward. No online exam, but there's a GPA requirement that changes based on category. We had a Group Discussion on 'How CIL can contribute to India's Paris Commitments?', and based on that, some students moved to the Technical round. There were no other rounds after this.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Regarding joining the world's most polluted coal company, why do you want to do so?
- Do you have any plans for further studies?
- Which subject do you like the most?
Coal India Interview Questions
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