Futures First Trader Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Futures First.
Futures First
Trader
Mid Average Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Take home Group Technical screen Background check Offer
Interview formats
Technical Group Other
First, there was a written online assessment with fast math, English, and logical reasoning questions. Then, a group discussion (GD) round where they used fastest finger first style questions with options for stress testing. This was followed by a technical interview covering puzzles and basic trading questions like the price of gold. Lastly, there was an HR round.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you explain the reasons behind the recent increase in the price of gold?
Futures First
Trader
Entry Difficult Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Coding
The interview was all about quant skills and how quickly you can do mental math. So, make sure you're prepped for quant, math, and some basic coding. They also threw in a few questions about supply and demand.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you calculate 89 times 74?
- What about some approximation questions?
Futures First
Trader
Entry Difficult Neutral experience Decline offer 1 round
Interview process
Technical screen Recruiter call Offer
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral
The interview process started with two tests. The first was a 6-minute test with only mathematical calculations, where I solved the first 25 out of 40 questions. The second test lasted 30 minutes and included math and data interpretation questions; I focused on selected questions this time. Preparations for the CAT exam were very helpful for this test. Both tests had a strict cutoff. The HR person asked me, 'Why trading and not aerospace?' I responded positively, explaining my interest in finance over aerospace without speaking negatively about the latter. Some verbal calculation questions like 'What is 77^3?' and 'What is 141^2?' were asked, which were uncomfortable, but I maintained my composure and gave acceptable approximate answers. Simple puzzles were also part of the interview. Later, the interviewer started promoting the company and its benefits, which made me feel confident about receiving an offer. I did not have a second interview round.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Can you share something about yourself that isn't on your resume?
- Could you tell me about your accomplishments so far?
- What are your main hobbies?
Futures First Trader Interview Questions
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“Considering a person died in 1930 at an age that was 1/29 of something, what would their age have been in 1900?”
Read reports →“Given a 3x3 matrix puzzle, fill it such that all rows and columns sum to the same value.”
Read reports →“What is the square of 676, calculated mentally?”
Read reports →“Could you explain the reason for the difference in indices between the NSE and BSE?”
Read reports →“What is your estimate for the number of fridges in a city with 10 lakh people?”
Read report →“Can you tell me the square root of 0.9?”
Read report →“Can you explain the reasons behind the recent increase in the price of gold?”
Read report →“Do you know what the closing price was for NIFTY yesterday?”
Read report →“What's the worst possible action one could take with their finances?”
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