
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Researcher 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 Indian Institute of Technology Bombay.
PhD Student Researcher
The interview was done online using Google Meet. I got an email to confirm and then a time slot. It was a panel interview with 4 professors.
- Questions asked were moderate to easy.
PhD Researcher
The interview lasted for one hour and was split into two sections: aptitude and mathematics, specifically for chemical engineering students. Based on the choices made, the panel was then divided. The interview heavily focused on the M.tech thesis and two favorite subjects.
- Tell me about your M.tech Thesis.
- Can you answer some questions on Aptitude?
- Can you answer some questions on Mathematics for Chemical Engineering?
Researcher
Many students with CSIR NET or GATE scores were invited. They were grouped into organic, inorganic, and physical chemistry based on their preferences. Different interview panels were assigned, and candidates were called to their respective panels.
- Starting with name reactions in organic chemistry, followed by questions on reagents and then in-depth NMR spectroscopy.
- Could you explain some name reactions?
- What are some common reagents used in organic chemistry?
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Researcher Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Indian Institute of Technology Bombay interview reports.
“What are some common reagents used in organic chemistry?”
Read reports →“Can you elaborate on NMR spectroscopy?”
Read reports →“Could you explain some name reactions?”
Read reports →“Can you answer some questions on Mathematics for Chemical Engineering?”
Read reports →“How do you approach research methods?”
Read report →“Tell me about research methods.”
Read report →“Can you elaborate on your core economic principles?”
Read report →“Tell me about your M.tech Thesis.”
Read report →“Walk me through your research proposal.”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 Indian Institute of Technology Bombay interview reports.