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Cognizant Interview Experience - Real Stories from Successful Candidates

Read authentic Cognizant placement interview experiences from candidates who successfully cleared Cognizant assessment and interview rounds.

Learn from real Cognizant interview experiences shared by candidates who successfully cleared the Cognizant placement process.

Interview Experience 1: Programmer Analyst Trainee Role (2024)

Section titled “Interview Experience 1: Programmer Analyst Trainee Role (2024)”

Candidate Background: B.Tech CS, 7.0 CGPA

Assessment Experience:

  • Cleared all sections
  • Aptitude: Good scores
  • Coding: Solved 1 problem completely

Technical Interview (45 minutes):

  • Asked about projects
  • Coding question: String manipulation (solved)
  • DBMS and OOPs questions

HR Interview (30 minutes):

  • Why Cognizant?
  • Career goals
  • Relocation willingness

Result: Selected for Programmer Analyst Trainee role, ₹4.0 LPA

Tips: Focus on fundamentals, explain projects clearly, be confident in HR round.


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