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Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Research Associate Interview Questions
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1.6 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
80% Positive experience

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Research Associate

Research · nearly a year ago

Entry Average Neutral experience Decline offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral

It was an interview with professors about the research project. They asked me data science and transport modeling questions. We discussed my career progress. Since it's a research project, they clarified the daily work. They also asked if I knew specific software and if I could work from Roorkee.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Do you have experience with MATSim, a Java-based open-source transport modeling software?
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Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Research Associate

Research

Mid Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Technical screen Panel
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral

The interview process was tough, with mostly technical questions that required deep thinking, problem-solving, and analytical reasoning. I was interviewed by a panel of 3-4 experienced professors. It's important to be thorough with your basics.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Questions about theory from an engineering background were asked, along with practical questions related to it.
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Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Research Associate

Research

Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

It was pretty straightforward. They wanted to learn about me and my background. Also, they inquired about how I approach problems. On top of that, they tested my understanding of quantitative data. It was basically a Q&A session.

Confirmed questions4 questions
  • Can you tell me about yourself and your previous experiences?
  • How would you describe your problem-solving abilities?
  • What's your familiarity with quantitative data?

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Research Associate Interview Questions

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Do you have experience with MATSim, a Java-based open-source transport modeling software?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 5 Indian Institute of Technology Bombay interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 55.6%
Technical 44.4%

Interview difficulty

Easy 0%
Average 60%
Difficult 40%

Candidate experience

Neutral 20%
Positive 80%