
Motilal Oswal Financial Services Interview Questions
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CAD Advisor
The interview focused on equity markets and F&O, and also on generating revenue and meeting targets. I previously improved financial reporting accuracy by 15% using Tally ERP and Excel. I managed trade execution using BOLT, ensuring compliance and efficient settlement. I also handled trading terminal operations and executed buy/sell orders efficiently, placed equity/derivative orders accurately, and strengthened risk management with daily M2M summaries and pay-in/pay-out reports.
- Could you explain what the stock market is?
- What exactly is a mutual fund?
- Can you define F&O?
Data Scientist Intern
First, there was a take-home assessment focusing on Python and pandas/numpy fundamentals. Based on that and my resume, I was shortlisted for an interview. Finally, I had an online interview that lasted about 30-40 minutes.
- Questions covered Python and pandas/numpy basics.
- Questions covered basic algorithms.
- Can you explain how different hyperparameters affect the Random Forest algorithm's overfitting and effectiveness?
Associate
First, there was an HR round where they briefed me about the role, the team's responsibilities, and my reasons for looking for a new job. Then, a Teams call to discuss my profile for the Sales role. This was followed by a Sales round to assess my past experience and suitability. Lastly, another HR round for final salary negotiations.
- How do you see yourself fitting into this sales position, and what's your take on the market?
- Can you explain why you're looking to make a career change at this time?
- Let's talk about your previous experience and how it relates to this opportunity.
Equity Dealer Executive
So basically, the process started with a recruiter call, then a phone screen, and then a technical screen. They asked about me, the financial market, market view, market outlook, derivatives, my 5-year plan, knowledge of Motilal Oswal Financial Services, NISM 8 certification, intraday trading, positional trading, and investments.
- Could you start by telling us about yourself?
- What exactly is the financial market?
- What's your take on the market view?
Motilal Oswal Financial Services Interview Questions
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“How do the budget and economy affect the stock market?”
Read reports →“Which 5 large cap mutual funds can you name?”
Read reports →“In Excel, can you calculate the compounded value over ten years?”
Read reports →“Could you list the different types of mutual funds?”
Read reports →“Can you explain how different hyperparameters affect the Random Forest algorithm's overfitting and effectiveness?”
Read report →“Can you explain what the stock market is?”
Read report →“Can you tell me the number of indices?”
Read report →“Can you explain equity shares and futures and options?”
Read report →“How would you manage 1 crore with a fixed return product?”
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