55 HR Interview Questions and Answers Asked Frequently

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Ever faced an HR interview before? In case you haven’t, I am sure

that you might face one soon enough. In order to help you prepare,
we have curated this blog which covers some of the most
frequently asked HR interview questions and answers.
1. Tell me something about yourself in brief
2. Describe who you are. or Tell me about your background.
3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
4. You have not done your PG yet. This is not a drawback, but
don’t you think you should get a PG degree asap?
5. You have changed jobs/jumped ship too many times

already, why so?
6. What are your strong points? or What are your strengths?
7. What is your greatest fear?
8. If I call up your current or previous reporting manager

now, what will be their opinion about you? What will they
say that you need to work on?
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9. Do you have any serious medical issues?

10. Did you ever have a conflict with your current/previous

boss or professor?
11. What do your friends/co-workers say about you?
12. What did you do in the last year to improve your

knowledge?
13. Explain the difference between group and team. Are you a
team player?
14. What is your ideal company or workplace?
15. Have you ever had to fire anyone? How did you feel about
that?
16. What is the most difficult thing that you’ve ever

accomplished? or What is the most difficult thing you have
ever done?
17. What is the difference between hard work and smart work?
18. How do you feel about working weekends and night shifts?
19. Where do you see yourself 3 years from now? or Where do

you see yourself in 5 years?
20. Give an example of a time you had to respond to an

unhappy manager/ customer/ colleague/ professor/ friend.
21. How quickly do you adapt to new technology?
22. What software packages are you familiar with?
23. On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate yourself as a

leader?
24. What makes you angry?
25. Are you open to take risks? or Do you like experimenting?
26. What are your future goals? Tell me about your short term
and long-term goals.
27. What motivates you?
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28. What are your hobbies? or What are you passionate about?
29. What are your biggest achievements till date?
30. What are you most proud of?
31. What has been your greatest failure?
32. What do you always regret? or Do you have any regrets?
33. How do you respond to change?
34. Are you demanding as a boss?
35. Are you an organized person?
36. Can you describe your time management skills?
37. What’s your absenteeism record like?
38. Are you reliable? or Can I trust you with responsibilities?
39. What are the three things that are most important for you
in a job?
40. What was the toughest decision you ever had to make?
41. If you won a Rs.10-crore lottery, would you still work?
42. Give me an example of your creativity.
43. What makes you happy?
44. How do you work under pressure? Can you handle the
pressure?
45. Are you willing to relocate or travel?
46. What do you know about us or our company?
47. How long do you think you will work for us after we hire
you?
48. Are you applying for other jobs? Do you have any other
offer in hand?
49. Why do you want to work for us or our company? or Why

do you want this job?
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do you want this job?
50. Do you know anyone who works for us?
51. Why should we hire you? or Why should I hire you?
52. What are your salary expectations?
53. Do you have a good work ethic?
54. How do you deal with feedback and criticism?
55. Your interview is more or less coming to an end when the

interviewer asks you, “Do you have any questions for me?”
The job selection process, especially in India, comprises of the

following rounds.
1. A written test
2. A group discussion
3. Personal interview with a panel
4. Technical/Role-specific interview (this might take place

before the personal interview sometimes)
5. HR interview
Once the first four rounds are done, your HR round comes into the
picture. As a candidate, here you are supposed to give a brief
introduction, answer a few HR interview questions and answers
about your job role or career and in the end, discuss salary, perks,
benefits, deductions, company rules and regulations, conditions
etc. with the HR person.
Getting nervous is perfectly human, but how to ensure that the

answers that you are about to give are smart enough and will lead
to selection? To help you, we have gathered some of the most
frequently asked HR round questions and answers (with multiple

versions) You can also check out specific list of interview
versions). You can also check out specific list of interview
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questions and answers confidently.
Note: Please make sure that you talk about relevant skills and
certifications, wherever needed.
Tell me something about

yourself in brief
This is one of the most frequently asked questions during an HR
round interview. Your answer has to be short, crisp and to the
point. Here are some possible high-impact answers to help you
leave a great impression.
Here are some possible high-impact answers to help you leave a

great impression.
Possible Answer #1:
“Thank you, Sir/Ma’am for this opportunity. I am from

XYZ City and belong to a nuclear family. My father is a
Central Government Employee and my mother is a Vice
Principal at a private school. My younger sister will
appear her CBSE 10th board this year. We are a very
close-knit family. On an individual front, I perceive myself
as a confident, conscientious and hardworking individual.
I carry out any task assigned to me without hesitation,

provided the instructions are clear In the case of doubts I
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to put forth my questions. I have always
been a fast learner, and I love to keep up my process of
learning to figure out better ways of solving problems.
Moreover, I love to compete with my own past
performances than competing with my peers, as I believe
that improvement is always better than perfection!”
Don’t make the mistake of sharing too much personal information

in any of your HR interview questions and answers round. You
will not be left with enough time to sell your experience and
relevant technical skills.
Possible Answer #2:
“Well, I am a confident, hardworking and a very

professional individual. I have always carried out all the
tasks assigned to me without hesitation, provided the
instructions from my Reporting Managers or seniors
were clear. I have also been a good mentor to my juniors
and never hesitate to guide them. On the other hand, I am
a creative person and I love to test my boundaries. In
order to do so, I keep pushing myself to think out of the
box!”
This is another version of frequently asked HR Interview

questions and answers, for the same question.
Possible Answer #3:
“I’m a management consultant with 12 years’ of

experience that I have gained across multiple industries
and sectors such as financial services, IT, Telecom, retail,
and media. In my current job role, I am responsible for

business development activities In the last financial year
business development activities. In the last financial year
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sold projects totaling INR 40,00,000 to clients. On
a daily basis, I handle a 10-member strong team of
consultants and junior consultants. Besides being a
management consultant, I am a fair and independent
individual. I try not to be judgmental and always absorb
constructive criticism, listen to my boss' inputs, my client's
complaints as well as address my team members' issues,
to my best possible abilities.”
Read more answers here.
Also read: Self-introduction for interview
Describe who you are. or Tell me

about your background.
In an HR round, you will surely face this question among all other
HR interview questions and answers asked to you, and I am sure
you treat it as the easiest of all questions. Well, it’s not! Never
underestimate the possibility of scoring better points with a crisp
answer, if you feel confident. It can become a fate-changer for
applicants having fewer than 5 years of total job experience.
If your degree is obviously related to the job you’re interviewing

for, you can give this answer.
Possible Answer #1:
“I am a B. Tech in Computer Science/B. Com in

Economics. I also have an MBA or I have completed a
certification course in Digital Marketing from ABC
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Possible Answer #2:
“I have worked on an independent project work with 2

other students on Soft Skills. I have also participated in
several paper presentations on Business Communication.”
Do not forget to talk about your major subject in your UG/PG at

the University and also about subjects/papers, that are relevant to
the job, that you have applied for.
Possible Answer #3:
“I have scored an A in Professional and Technical Written

Communication in English, in my first semester. Here’s
my marksheet.”
Here you will expect a new HR interview question, and the answer
to this one will be more relevant to your education. In case there is
an odd pause, start talking about cocurricular activities that you
are good at. For example, you can say this.
Possible Answer #4:
“I am a music enthusiast and a beginner level guitarist. I

love to jam with my 4-member band every weekend at my
place.”
Such an answer will add a light mood to the interview and make
things more positive Professionals can also cite the above answer
things more positive. Professionals can also cite the above answer
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Possible Answer #5:
“I was a good orator and always stood first in debate and

elocution competitions during my school and college
days.”
What are your strengths and

weaknesses?
This is a very common question asked by HR personnel to
candidates. Remember that interviewers these days hardly ever
get impressed by flowery responses. So be careful while tackling
this one.
Possible Answer #1:
“I have several strengths namely – I am patient,

committed, honest and self-motivated. I am the biggest
dreamer I have ever come across! I forgive easily and hate
to keep grudges in my heart. My greatest weakness is that
I don't like getting interrupted when I am seriously into
something. Another one of my weaknesses is that I trust
people very easily. As I already said, I am a very patient
person, so I am actively working on this lacuna.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I am impatient which is the reason why I am a quick

learner But I honestly believe that being impatient is a
learner. But I honestly believe that being impatient is a
real weakness. I expect my team members to prove
themselves and start delivering on the very first
assignment. In case a particular resource fails, I have a
tendency to stop delegating work to them and pick up
projects on my own. I am working on this attitude and in
my previous organizations, my peers helped me cope up
with this to a great extent. To compensate for my own
weakness, I prep my people about my exact expectations.
Then I give them a complete scope of the assignment
followed by various “checkpoint” dates, where they can
update me about their progress, with a
demo/presentation if applicable. In my previous job as a
Project Manager, I was handling a 15-member team of
both individual contributors and Business Managers like
Lawyers, Web Designers, Graphic Designers, SEO/SEM
Consultants, Editors, Writers and Callers. I used to break
the entire task down into manageable chunks for each
employee, followed by stringent timelines about when
they would circle back to me. This process worked
brilliantly, helped me stay within the assigned budget and
helped everyone achieve their individual targets, as they
learnt.”
Tip: In your HR interview questions and answers round, avoid

confusing answers such as this one. It might spark a war of words.
Instead of this, you need to highlight a skill-set which you feel has
scope for improvement. Remember to summarize what you have
been doing to improve the same. The takeaway here is that your
HR round interviewer is not interested to know about your
weakness. Rather s/he is interested to see how well you handle the
situation!
Possible Answer #3:
“I am a perfectionist and that is my main weakness, which

I also think is my strength.”
You have not done your PG yet.

This is not a drawback, but don’t
you think you should get a PG
degree asap?
Other variations of this question are as follows:
Do you want to complete your Masters/Post Graduation in

near future?
Do you aspire to pursue higher studies?
Don’t fall into the interviewer’s trap. This question is shot at you to
check your confidence level. So, do not feel unarmed or look
surprised. Keep your calm and answer smartly with a strong and
indestructible logic.
Possible Answer #1:
“As soon as I graduated, I felt the urge to start working in

the real world. It’s not that I am a total novice. I have
undergone 3 internships, of which 2 are paid from reputed
organizations. This credential has helped me land an offer
from one of those firms. I sometimes wonder whether I
should have first completed my post-graduation. Had I
done so, I wouldn’t have been able to develop my complete
portfolio. And I am hoping that my track record will help

me get selected for this position in your esteemed
me get selected for this position in your esteemed
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Possible Answer #2:
“Having a PG degree is important, but I don’t think it is

mandatory. Most job seekers out there have similar
degrees. In order to differentiate, a PG degree from a
reputed university along with the total experience can
obviously help me stand out. I am aware of this and as
soon as I get a call from any university about an executive
program with weekend classes, I will surely enroll for the
same. As of now, I have a lot of responsibilities back home,
which is why I don’t think it will be wise on my part to
enroll myself into a full-time PG program.”
You have changed jobs/jumped

ship too many times already,
why so?
This question is asked exclusively to experienced professionals
who have switched jobs more than two times in their entire career.
Freshers can skip to the next question.
Possible Answer #1:
“You may label me a ‘frequent career-changer’ but I

genuinely feel that today I am a far better employee. My
switches have helped me develop better interpersonal
skills, gain diverse skills and adapt to rapidly changing
business environments. I can solve problems more
efficiently and creatively, as I have learned to live with

ambiguity and uncertainty My first job helped me
ambiguity and uncertainty. My first job helped me
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spreadsheets and numbers. My third job helped me
develop better people skills and also adjust amidst
culturally diverse and geographically dispersed teams. All
in all, I feel that my varied background makes me an ideal
candidate for this job role today.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I never expected to work with so many companies in

these few years. The companies that I worked for were
small and one of them was going through a really bad
patch. But honestly, my journey has been a rewarding
one. I can now confidently walk into a new situation and
successfully figure out ways to make a difference. This
was truly meant to happen and I wouldn’t exchange all
the experience I’ve gained from my switches, for anything!
But I am seriously looking forward to not having to do
this, any more in the near future. I want to make a stint
that lasts for 5 to 10 years with a reputed organization,
such as yours. This will make my career a stable and a
fruitful one in the long run.”
What are your strong points? or

What are your strengths?
Don’t just talk about your strengths, your interviewer genuinely
wants to know about your strong points.
Possible Answer #1:
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listener, which means, I take my instructions seriously. I

am not a person who leaves things midway. I never lose
focus, even if I am under stress or have stringent
deadlines to meet. I like to finish every single task on my
to-do list completely. Optimism, energy and my ability to
learn quickly let me hit the ground and rapidly solve
problems. I also have good communication skills which
means I can deal fairly well with my business clients as
well as with the members of my internal team, in the
future. Based on my skills, abilities, and experience, I
know I would be a great addition to the team.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I have the requisite skills to make your risk worth it.

Chatting less and letting my work do the talking, is my
motto. In the past, whatever project was assigned to me
was delivered on time and also at par with all the quality
standards.”
Possible Answer #3:
“I’ve been told that I’m a very good manager. My team

tells me that I give them a lot of freedom in how to do their
work, which they really appreciate. They also say that I’m
really enthusiastic, so when we’re faced with too much
work, they tell me that my manner really helps to keep
them motivated and calm. My boss also tells me that I’m
very innovative in terms of finding new ways of working
that cut out inefficiency.”
What is your greatest fear?

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Remember that this is a stress test question.
Don’t simply talk about your weaknesses, your interviewer

genuinely wants you to talk about your loopholes! Try to resist the
urge to give him/her more points to reject you. Answer
diplomatically.
Possible Answer #1:
“You might think that since I have never worked in my life,

and this is only my first job, my inexperience is my
weakness. But I beg to differ. I am a fast learner and very
open minded. I assure that I do not carry any pre-
conceived notions regarding how I feel I should perform
my job.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I work too hard sometimes and care too much about my

work. I take my tasks back home and work even during
the weekends. You can call me a workaholic, but my
family always points out that this is not right. Slowly and
steadily I am realizing that speed and working smartly
are the key. So, I have begun to reach out to my colleagues
for ready-to-use workarounds so that I can give more
time to my family.”
If I call up your current or

previous reporting manager
now, what will be their opinion

about you? What will they say

that you
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Possible Answer #1:
“I used to get nervous while speaking in front of large

groups. You can say that I had stage-fear, and I believe
that I still do. This is partly because I am shy by nature.
No wonder that I have been always assigned Individual
Contributor roles. My current manager might cite this as
one of my weaknesses, and he has actually helped me to
overcome my shyness. Thanks to him, today I am an
active member of Toastmasters International and my
journey with them has been great so far! I am working to
improve my public speaking, and leadership skills and I
am sure my future employer will witness a blatant change
in me.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Interesting. During my last performance review, my boss

did not list any areas of improvement and gave me an
outstanding rating. However, if I were to think of one, I
would guess that I need to speak up more during
meetings. I always have good ideas and contribute my
thoughts to my current project. But I discuss these ideas
with my boss and let him do all the talking during
meetings. I should work on speaking up more during
brainstorming sessions.”
Do you have any serious medical

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issues?
Note: Please make sure that you talk about relevant health
conditions, wherever needed while having a discussion during
your HR interview questions and answers round. A “serious health
condition” generally includes pregnancy or any chronic disease
such as epilepsy and cancer.
If you do not have any of the above, do not give out too many
details about your illness. For example, if you are suffering from
cold flu, say so. Do not exaggerate the situation as it might create a
negative impression wherein your HR will start to anticipate your
absence in the near future. If you do so, you might bid goodbye to
goodies such as travel opportunities, promotions, hikes and even
ripe leadership positions.
It is permissible for your future employer to question you. Some

might ask you to get a complete medical check-up done and
submit the report during joining. While giving out the answer, be
brief and summarize the health condition in a few short sentences.
Possible Answer #1:
“I am partially color blind. Sometimes I face difficulty in

distinguishing between colors. For example, I cannot see
shades or tones of the same color. But for your
information, no adjustments would be required on your
part to accommodate this minor disability. As you can see
from my resume, it does not have any impact on my
ability to get the job done.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I do not have severe health issues, but I do have a

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migraine issue. I have never disclosed my condition on a

job interview before or on a pre-employment health
questionnaire, as I was afraid that it might jeopardize my
career. But I am undergoing both acute (abortive) and
preventive (prophylactic) therapies and most of my
colleagues know about it. The situation is completely
under control and I have been almost cured.”
Possible Answer #3:
“I do not have any serious medical issues.”
Did you ever have a conflict with

your current/previous boss or
professor?
Possible Answer #1:
“Recently I had a disagreement with one of my professors

about a question that was out of syllabus in one of the
semester exams. It was not a major one, but yes I will
label it a ‘conflict’. Most of my friends and peers did not
attempt this question due to ambiguity. When I brought
the cause into my professor’s notice in private, he
remained cold and unconcerned. So, I and my batchmates
had a discussion following which, we went to him
together. At that point, our professor agreed that the
question was ambiguous, but he refused to give us grace
marks for the same. I felt disappointed because he did not
appreciate the fact that I brought the situation earlier,
into his notice in private. Besides, he did not suggest an
alternative paper or project work, with which students
could make up for the lost marks ”
could make up for the lost marks.
Possible Answer #2:
“I was managing the creation of our new company

presentation, flyers, standees, brochure, and emailers. My
team had to meet a very tight deadline because everything
had to be delivered on time. I was in charge of the
deliverables and had to manage all my team members
which included Marketing, Sales, Graphic Design, Events
and Product Management. My designer was very
talented, but he, unfortunately, missed a deadline. When I
approached him about the same, he started bad-mouthing
me. I was taken aback but explained my reasoning again.
Eventually, we decided to speak to our AVP about how
important and time-consuming this project was. The AVP
agreed and ended up assigning other designing projects to
another graphic designer. This took pressure off my team
and then we focused on our priority. Later my designer
apologized for the blow-up and his behavior. He also
thanked me for my help.”
What do your friends/co-

workers say about you?
Possible Answer #1:
“I recently completed my internship at Tata Steel Ltd.,

Tata Center, Kolkata. My project lead told me that in the
beginning, I was a little lost, but by the end of the summer
internship program, she knew that she could count on

me ”
me.
Possible Answer #2:
“Since I like to build strong professional relationships with

my teammates, most of them have become great friends.
We have been spending eight hours a day, five days a
week for several years now. So, I am sure that whatever
they say, will be realistic and not made up. One thing that
they will surely mention about me is my love for food! The
rest is up to you to find out.”
What did you do in the last year

to improve your knowledge?
Possible Answer #1:
“In 2016, I was in the final year of college. During that

time, I did three things to improve my knowledge. 1. I got
myself enrolled in Aptech for the Sun Certified Java
Programmer course. I will appear my exam soon. 2. I
have bought magazine subscriptions such as Dataquest.
These magazines help me to stay well informed about new
topics in the IT world. 3. I completed my final year
application project based on Java. The topic was
Centralized Remote Based College Information Scheme.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Being an L3 or senior level Windows/Linux

Administrator I have mastered my virtualization
experience on VMware, KVM, Xen, Hyper-V etc. I made
sure to understand storage and networking better last

year I picked up PERL scripting last month and plan to
year. I picked up PERL scripting last month and plan to
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Ruby and Python in the next 3 months. I am also a
beginner level programmer as I learnt C++. I mastered
Chef on job and have deployed Amazon AWS to
understand cloud better. I also earned my Red Hat
Certified Engineer (RHCE) license and I am targeting
RHCA by the end of 2017.”
Note: Remember, certification is the key to land a job in an IT
firm. So, get certified asap in your core skills.
Explain the difference between

group and team. Are you a team
player?
Possible Answer #1:
“Yes I am. During my summer internship at Cadence, me

and my friends were working together. Ours was a mixed
group with varied skills and we produced results which
would have been impossible to produce individually. I had
to keep all my communication channels open at all times
to ensure that the project stayed on track. I was
responsible for my part of the code and also for the
collective delivery of the entire project. I worked closely
with senior key team members to keep my deliverables on
track. In the end, I was able to deliver on time and within
budget.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Yes, I am. Though I am currently in an IC (individual
contributor) role, I like working with others as personally,

I am social and outgoing I like to nurture and build team
I am social and outgoing. I like to nurture and build team
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or host
team parties and generally, I am in charge of the fiancés
from the pool fund. In case there is no budget left in some
month, I ensure a potluck lunch. Being a senior in the
team, I keep my eyes and ears open to understand the
needs of all the others, especially my juniors and freshers.
We help each other focus on what really matters, instead
of getting bogged down with irrelevant pressure. My
strong communication skills help me coordinate between
different team members and resolve further issues.”
What is your ideal company or

workplace?
Possible Answer #1:
“My ideal workplace or company is a fair one that values

my contributions even as a fresher and encourages me to
speak up and share my ideas. It is a place where I can be
myself, while working towards a greater goal.”
Possible Answer #2:
“My ideal company is the one which can bring forth

exciting challenges. Such opportunities will bring out the
best in me as I can use my interests and experiences to
grow. I like my present workplace as it offers all this
along with a clean and professional work atmosphere,
and more. But I am looking forward to a company that is
actively involved in social welfare, and your organization
does exactly that ”
does exactly that.
Have you ever had to fire

anyone? How did you feel about
that?
This question is not applicable to first-time job seekers who are
about to face a round of HR interview questions and answers. You
can skip to the next question if you are a fresher. Mostly manager
and above level interview candidates are asked this question.
Possible Answer:
“Yes, I have and believe me it feels horrible. But I know

how to keep emotions at bay, while I am at work. Firing
comes at the very end of road with me. When I set up a
team, I do so very carefully after considering the past
feedback and history of every single team member. But it
is not always possible to choose your team. Sometimes,
you have to work with a few rotten potatoes and it is
essential to remove them from the basket, to save the rest.
I have a tendency to spot poor performers within two to
three months of them or me joining a new team. Last time
I spotted one, I consulted my peers and other team
members. Then, I had to set up a one-on-one meeting with
the person and gave him several warnings, both written
and verbal, over a 30-day period. I helped him prepare a
list of work and behavioral goals, that I decided upon
after consulting the rest of the team. Eventually I had to
fire that person because he showed zero signs of
improvement, drive and motivation. That firing was for a

cause and I had no other resort left in my rule book ”
cause and I had no other resort left in my rule book.
What is the most difficult thing

that you’ve ever accomplished?
or What is the most difficult
thing you have ever done?
Possible Answer #1:
“I have never been a great public speaker. The very

thought of facing a crowd used to make me nervous. When
I started college, my best friend advised me that I had to
get over this roadblock to shine through. So, last year, I
took the bold step of trying my hand at public speaking. I
joined the Debate Club in my college. Since then, I have
participated in multiple contests. Initially, I stammered,
forgot my lines, dropped the microphone once due to my
sweaty palms and even got booed at or scolded by the
judges. Yet, I kept on participating. Last month, for the
very first time in a year, I won the third prize. It was a
great boost to my self-confidence. I believe that it is my
greatest feat so far, even bigger than my AIEEE rank.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I have helped my father set up his business from scratch.

This is our family business and a startup as well. The
initial days were really very tough as I had to learn and
apply everything at once. Be it sales, marketing,
leadership, management, finance, finance, human
resources etc. I became a jack of all trades overnight. It
was really difficult to running and grow the business.

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into depression and anxiety. I even made up
my mind to quit my job and focus entirely on my father’s
dream, but thankfully the business took of due to our
collective efforts and today, I am free to focus on my
career once again, and do what I love the most. The
accomplishment bit here is that I feel whole and complete,
as my family business is running smoothly and my career
is undisturbed.”
What is the difference between

hard work and smart work?
Possible Answer #1:
“Hard work is what every breadwinner does today,

including a rickshaw puller or a daily wager. Smart work
is what the educated masses like us are supposed to do,
and some of us are actually doing it, like my father. A
well-balanced combination of both hard work and smart
work is the secret formula to success. I have friends who
study all through the year and yet have 10 back papers to
clear. They do not have any interview calls in their kitty,
and what do you think is the reason behind this? It is their
lack of understanding about smart work. All year
through, they were only working hard, but not smartly.
They did not prioritize their goals properly. Again, there’s
me, I do not have any back papers and have a decent
CGPA. I am also attending this interview today. Whatever
might be the outcome, I feel I have prioritized my goals
correctly and have worked both hard and smart. That is
the difference between hard work and smart work.”
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and smart work is delivering work on time, with lesser
effort. I feel that is the basic difference. Most of the times,
in the corporate world, I feel a combination of both is
needed to attain excellence.”
How do you feel about working

weekends and night shifts?
Possible Answer #1:
“I am a fresher and I hardly have any exposure of the

corporate world. Back in college, weekends were no
different from weekdays for us. The assignments, tasks
and projects had to be submitted within deadlines, and to
do so, we would study during the weekdays. As far as
night shifts are concerned, I would like to say that I am a
nocturnal person and I like to do my studies generally at
night. I have no issues working during weekends and at
night, provided I get enough compensatory offs to relax
and wind down.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Sir, my body clock has got tuned into regular weekday

shifts from 9 to 6. I am not comfortable working nights
and weekends on a regular basis, unless there is some

urgent deliverable or a resource crunch in the team I will
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mental and physical health of employees and I hope you
understand the same. Yet, if the company needs my
presence mandatorily at night or during the weekend for
continued growth and success, I will definitely work for
it.”
Where do you see yourself 3

years from now? or Where do
you see yourself in 5 years?
Possible Answer #1:
“My current goal is to find a career spot that ensures

continued growth alongside new challenges daily. 3 years
from now, I see myself as an experienced and reliable
senior in the team and 5 years from now, I assume that I
will be ready to take up managerial responsibilities like
product strategy. I want to have a stable career in a single
organization and hope I will get the same wherever I
start.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I see myself working for a reputed organization, at a

strategic position with budgeting power, good
remuneration, and minimal interference.”
Give an example of a time you

Give an example of a time you
had to respond to an unhappy

manager/ customer/ colleague/
professor/ friend.
Possible Answer #1:
“Personally, I am not too fond of conflicts. I don’t like it

when people are mean, so I try to avoid conflicts and
tongue-lashing as far as possible. In case such a situation
arises, I let my seniors or professors handle it. I cannot
recollect the exact situation right now, but that’s what I
have done in the past.”
Possible Answer #2:
“In my previous job, a client was yelling on the phone. I

understand that his reaction was completely out of
frustration. So instead of taking it personally, I tried to
calm him done, and ensured that his concern was well
heard. How did I do it? Well, I listened to him carefully
and apologized once he finished. It ended up being a win-
win situation for everyone.”
How quickly do you adapt to

new technology?
Possible Answer #1:
“I can adapt quickly to new circumstances. Since I am
clear about my job role and I am mentally prepared to

take up challenges I feel I have the capacity to learn fast
take up challenges, I feel I have the capacity to learn fast
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and thoroughly enjoyed doing it. Similarly, I will enjoy
picking up new technologies in my professional life as
well.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Being a Bigdata Engineer working on game analytics

engine, which is in itself a completely new field, I have a
great track record of adapting to new technologies. I have
picked up and implemented restful cloud application
which can extract data from MongoDB or Aerospike and
processes this data in Spark. The application I built takes
SQL query inputs to process and generate output in a
JSON, PSV, TDE format Same is published on a tableau
server and further uploaded into the AWS S3 buckets. In
order to build this API, I mastered Java/Scala Drop
wizard, Spark, MongoDB, Aerospike, SQL, Tableau SDK,
YAML, Maven, and SBT in just 1 year.
Whatever may be the case, the core requirements of my

job role are constant. I AM a Hadoop/Spark Engineer.
Yes, it does take me some time to forge positive working
relationships with new colleagues, but when it comes to
technology, I am always the front runner.”
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What software packages are you

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don’t know a particular software package or a terminology, please
do not talk about it in front of the interviewer. (Keep this
important tip in mind while preparing for HR interview questions
and answers).
Possible Answer #1:
“I am proficient in Operating Systems like Windows and

Linux. I am familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel and
PowerPoint from the Microsoft Office Suite. I am also
familiar with regular web Browsers, Photoshop and
AutoCAD.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Among the Operating Systems, I am proficient in

Windows NT, Windows XP, Windows ME, Mac 0SX,
Windows 2000, Mac OS 8.6, Solaris, Mac 0S9, UNIX,
Linux, AIX, Sun OS, OS/2, DOS, FreeBSD, Novell 4.0,
Exchange 5.5, etc.
Among software solutions, I am proficient in Microsoft

Office Suite, IE, Outlook Express, Lotus 1-2-3, IBM Notes,
etc.
I also have good knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Corel

Draw Pro, Adobe Illustrator, Studio, FileMaker Pro,
MySQL, SQL Server, SQL 6.5 & 7.0, Enterprise Manager,
EZ-SQL, Net Objects Fusion, Vignette, Broad Vision, etc.
The remaining have been listed in my resume. Please have

a look.”
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On a scale of 1 to 10 how would

you rate yourself as a leader?

HR interview questions and answers are a way of testing you in
and out. The HR interviewer may ask you this question to gauge
your self-confidence.
Possible Answer #1:
“I rate my leadership skills an 8 out of 10. There is much to

learn, but I have always been a strong leader. I was the
head boy/girl during my school days and in the college, I
was a Senior Wing NCC Cadet. I have completed my C-
certificate and have earned lots of badges in several NCC
camps. I have led the Senior Boys/Girls contingent at the
Republic Day Camp in 2012 as well.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I am a good leader. That is the reason why today, I

manage a 5-member strong team independently in an
MNC. While assigning tasks, I consider people skills often.
If a team member is feeling demotivated, I try my level
best to understand them and accordingly control the
situation. Bearing my performance as a Manager over the
past few years, I would rate myself an 8.5/10, as there is
still a lot of scope to learn and grow.”
What makes you angry?

Possible Answer #1:
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but 4 years of hostel life have taught me to cope and adjust
with other people.”
Possible Answer #2:
“In a team, there are times when I and some of my peers

work hard to achieve a goal, while there are some people
who leave their modules incomplete or quit mid-way. At
such a juncture, this load also gets assigned to us, the
hardworking lot. I don’t mind helping my peers out, but
when an extra load of work gets assigned to me in the 11th
hour, I get irritated. Sometimes, when I know that I
cannot do justice to this new module, I politely refuse to
take it up.”
Are you open to take risks? or

Do you like experimenting?
Possible Answer #1:
“It is always good to venture into new waters and new

technologies. I am a very adaptive person and my
diligence helps me pick up new stuff quickly.
Experimenting or taking risks can yield both good and
bad results, but the exercise in itself is a great learning
experience. Such experiences generate experts and I want
to become an SME or a JAVA subject matter expert
someday.”
Possible Answer #2:
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would be both a No and a Yes. Personally, I like to

experiment with new things, but I keep all my past
mistakes in mind before taking a shot at a brand-new
project. For example, carpentry is my hobby and I love to
build small furniture pieces with my new toolkit, which
was a gift from my brother. But I will never venture into a
complete home renovation project with that little kit!
What I mean to say is that baby steps are fine, but I will
not jump off a cliff at once.”
What are your future goals? Tell

me about your short term and
long-term goals.
Possible Answer #1:
“My short-term goal is to join a reputed company, like

yours, where my job role would allow me to apply my
knowledge and key strengths. I want to get recognized for
my contribution to the company in the long-run.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I’ve picked up Marketing Automation basics during my

first job, which lasted for two years. Now I am prepared
to take up a bigger and more challenging project. I want
to see myself as a marketing analyst in the next two years,
that would be my short-term goal. Following which, I
would see myself as an end-to-end Digital Marketing

Strategist or a Manager in the long run ”
Strategist or a Manager in the long run.
What motivates you?

Possible Answer #1:
“I love public speaking. Preparing a presentation and

talking about it in front of an audience, and then getting
back to them with answers in the question and answer
round, motivates me! The whole experience is so thrilling.
As a Sales Rep, I think building a connection with my
audience is useful, inspiring and exciting.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Meeting the set target within an assigned deadline

motivates me the most. When I do so, I get a sense of
accomplishment and fulfillment. When this is coupled with
an award, I feel all the more motivated. All in all, I like to
achieve milestones, so that I can look back at them and
say to myself, ‘Yes, that was my achievement.’ Visible
results also motivate me.”
What are your hobbies? or What

are you passionate about?
You can talk about your own passion here. This is a commonly
asked question in all ‘HR interview questions and answers’ lists.
Possible Answer #1:
“I am passionate about painting. I have been a painter all

along ever since my childhood Even today I take
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art classes during the weekends. The whole
exercise of beautifying a blank canvas with colors relaxes
me. It is my way of unwinding.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I’m passionate about cooking. I love to stir up a new dish

or experiment with a new recipe every now and then.
Every weekend, my friends come over to my place to try
out a new dish. I maintain a journal where I jot down all
my kitchen quests. I might publish it as a guide for home
cooks, but that will have to wait until I develop and write
down at least a 1000 final recipes.”
What are your biggest

achievements till date?
Possible Answer #1:
“Becoming the Champion with 4 first prizes at the 25th

Zonal Sports Meet is my biggest achievement till date.”
Possible Answer #2:

“Till date I have accomplished several goals and
Till date, I have accomplished several goals and
milestones in my career as an app developer. The one that
rings a bell is the latest version update on a core product
of my current organization for customer profiling and
payments. We had been slogging on this version update
for 12 months at a stretch and I was a core team member.
My team made me their team lead during the last 6
months and at that time, we were working on the mobile
components of the product. To meet the deadline, I
brought in 5 more resources, who had expertise in certain
technologies, which were crucial for the pending modules.
After the deployment of each of the component, all of us
cross-trained to support all the platforms proficiently. In
the end, we were able to deliver the project within time
and budget constraints. Our CEO was highly impressed
and all of us were also awarded at the quarterly town hall
in December. Would you like to take a look at the Android
version of our product?”
What are you most proud of?
Possible Answer #1:
“It is yet to come. The day I land my first job in a reputed

company such as yours, will be my proudest achievement.
That moment is still pending.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I am very proud of how I helped ABC company set up
successful sales funnel by satisfying 60,000 hyper-

responsive customers I even won a ‘Best Performer’
responsive customers. I even won a Best Performer
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What has been your greatest

failure?
Possible Answer #1:
“I could not secure a perfect 100/100 in my Math paper in

12th Standard, despite my hard work. That is my greatest
failure till date.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Last year, we wanted to improve sales by 50% but

achieved just 35% which was a huge letdown, even if there
was a huge boost to our ROI. The underlying issue was
that I was on a holiday and my entire team took this last
big deal for granted. They are all star performers, but I
don’t know why they took this sure shot deal so lightly. We
had built a great rapport with this client over a period of 3
months and the deal had almost been wrapped up. That
was a huge failure in the recent past for me. Eventually,
the deal slipped out of our hands and impacted the overall
sales percentage.”
What do you always regret? or

Do you have any regrets?
Possible Answer #1:

“I still regret turning down the position offered to me at
XYZ company last year. I have gained good experience in
my present organization. But it’s good that I turned it
down, otherwise, I wouldn’t have been promoted and
become a Manager. Neither I would have got the
opportunity to interview with your esteemed organization
today!”
How do you respond to change?

Possible Answer #1:
“I am patient, persistent, practical, and always positive.

This helps me cope up with change smartly.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I try to stay focused on what I am and what I need. This

helps me respond to change effectively.”
Are you demanding as a boss?

Freshers may skip this question as it is not relevant to their set of
HR interview questions and answers.
Possible Answer #1:
“My demands as a boss are never unreal. If the workload

is huge and timelines are not negotiable with my seniors, I
do become a demanding boss. Yet, as a manager, I always

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accordingly to make their life easy, as well as ensure
project delivery on time.”
Are you an organized person?

Possible Answer #1:
“Yes, I am quite organized. I keep all my documents,

certificates and files labeled and sorted. The labels are
such that I can retrieve anything that I need instantly, in
seconds. I also have a very clean desktop in my computer.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Organization comes naturally to me. My desk, folders,

software files, clothes, kitchen and everything else is
always well arranged, sorted and neatly kept. Thanks to
my spouse and mom for instilling this skill as a habit in
me.”
Can you describe your time

management skills?
Possible Answer #1:
“I make a to-do list with timelines and stick to this until
any further revision of schedule is announced. That’s how

I manage time ”
I manage time.
Possible Answer #2:
“I decide on the order of my task list and prioritize tasks

according to the instructions from my seniors. I try to
deliver urgent tasks first and then the remaining ones. In
case the urgency part is unclear, I prioritize complicated
or time taking projects over the simpler and smaller ones.
Throughout the process, I keep adapting and updating my
seniors to ensure that I am on track and my efforts are not
getting wasted.”
Also read: 15 powerful time management tips
What’s your absenteeism record

like?
This is rarely asked to professionals during interview discussions
pertaining to HR interview questions and answers.
Possible Answer #1:
“At college, we had an 85% attendance adherence rule. I

followed this rule all along. If there are certain policies in
the company pertaining to an employee’s attendance, I
will surely abide by them.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I value punctuality in my personal life. I am absent from

work, it is backed by either a prior notification or a valid
reason. I follow all company rules and HR policies

regarding attendance and leave I do not encourage
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well. Habitual absentees are warned by me and I also put
the work across to requisite authorities in case somebody
is overtly disobedient.”
Are you reliable? or Can I trust

you with responsibilities?
Possible Answer #1:
“Yes, I am a reliable person. I like helping my friends and

family, whenever I get a chance. Be it an emotional boost
or a financial aid, I am always around for them.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Yes, I am not only reliable but also a very dependable

person. If a task is assigned to me, it will be dutifully
handled and completed within the stipulated deadline.”
What are the three things that

are most important for you in a
job?
Possible Answer #1:
“Honesty, loyalty, and determination to achieve my team’s

target.”
Possible Answer #2:
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What was the toughest decision

you ever had to make?
Possible Answer #1:
“Choosing Engineering over Medical Science after 12th

was my toughest personal decision. But I think I have
made the right choice.”
Possible Answer #2:
“When I was asked to step in as a temporary team leader

for the first time, I still remember how I missed a couple of
key communications from the manager. This pushed our
deadlines back by 2 weeks. It was a great lesson and since
then, I always make it a point to focus on the big-picture,
instead of looking at smaller projects.”
If you won a Rs.10-crore lottery,

would you still work?
Possible Answer #1:
“Yes, I would still work, to build my career. As far as the
lottery money is concerned, I will buy a huge house for my

Mom and Dad ”
Mom and Dad.
Possible Answer #2:
“The amount you quoted is not huge, considering the fact

that my spouse is a social worker! In order to sustain my
existence and my family’s welfare, I would still keep
working.”
Give me an example of your

creativity.
Possible Answer #1:
“I can’t exactly recollect. Since I am hoping to become a

software developer, I have to be creative at all times.
Writing code not only requires technical expertise and
logic but also creativity to a great extent. Only then the
solutions developed will be flexible and be
accommodating.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Recently, the company that I work for, inaugurated a

new store. On the day of the opening, the air conditioning
of the outlet failed. In order to keep all the new customers
comfortable, I immediately cracked the idea of organizing
a sidewalk open-air sale! It was a life saver as the shop
was super-hot inside. This is an example of how
resourceful and creative I can be when the situation
demands!”
What makes you happy?

Possible Answer #1:
“Success makes me happy. I also feel happy after

accomplishing my task or makes me happy achieving my
goals. Holidaying with my family also makes me happy!”
Possible Answer #2:
“Exercising energizes me and keeps me happy. I would

say that working out on a regular basis keeps me charged
as it keeps my mind and body healthy. I am not a work
out freak but I follow a healthy way of living. After
channelizing my extra energy in cardio, I feel charged at
work and tend to deliver better. Going on long rides or
weekend trips on my Royal Enfield cruiser bike, also
makes me feel happy.”
How do you work under

pressure? Can you handle the
pressure?
Possible Answer #1:
“Working under pressure is what I have done a lot during

my college days. I have realized that I can actually work
well under pressure. It is the pressure factor that brings
out maximum efficiency in me.”
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as well as helps me grow. I learn faster and perform well
when I have a strict deadline, because I plan accordingly,
work in a more organized manner and also tend to finish
my tasks with more efficiency. In my current job role,
deadlines and ‘pressure situations’ are common, and I
have grown immune to them.”
Are you willing to relocate or

travel?
Freshers, do not say ‘YES!’ at once. This will only show your
desperation to be a part of the company. Answer carefully like this.
(This is an important tip for your HR interview questions and
answers).
Possible Answer:
“I would definitely consider it. If the opportunity given to

me is appropriate, rewarding and feasible, I don’t think I
will have any issues with the relocation or traveling
involved.”
You need to understand the purpose of this question. Answer

correctly, as explained above.
What do you know about us or
our company?
Possible Answer #1:

“I’m a Blivkart customer myself. The company was
founded by Som and Bandit Vashisht. They previously
worked for Umazin.com, and then quit their jobs to start
their own firm in India. Today it is one of the fastest
growing companies in India and is all set to create new
records. It will be more than a privilege to get through
and join such a super talented team.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Yours is one of the fastest growing and leading IT firms

in India. Both your mission statement and tag line, are
catchy and very attractive. Everyone I know, who is a
part of this organization, is very happy about working
here. I think this will be a great place for me to perform,
show my talent and get recognized as well.”
How long do you think you will

work for us after we hire you?
Possible Answer #1:
“I am fresher and nothing can be better for me than

starting my professional career in a reputed company like
yours. If everything goes well, I will be looking forward to
a long stint here, as long as the company needs me.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I believe in long hauls. I have been with 2 organizations

in the past, and my stints have lasted for 5+ years. Being
an experienced professional in the IT sector I have done
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and believe this company will surely offer a
best-in-class working environment and a rewarding
career. I plan to stay for a long time here, or at least for as
long as my services will be valued and required.”
Are you applying for other jobs?

Do you have any other offer in
hand?
Do not get intimidated with this HR interview question and
answer. You can be open about the other offer or keep it private,
depending on how happy you are with it. HR recruiters generally
ask this to understand your demand in the market. They also want
to know that by the time they interview you and reach the offer
stage, you would have already accepted another one.
Possible Answer #1:
“Yes Sir/Ma’am, I am negotiating verbally about an offer

with the HR of a startup company right now. But there is
no documentation to support the same. So, nothing is
concrete yet.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I and some of my batchmates received verbal offers from

a company, during our campus placements. I was
supposed to receive the official offer letter through an
email communication from the company within a week of
my selection, but it’s been over 6 months now. I have sent
them one follow up email, but the HR that I am writing to

is still silent So I don’t know clearly if I actually got the
is still silent. So, I don t know clearly if I actually got the
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is the reason why I came for this interview.”
Possible Answer #3:
“No I don’t.”
Play safe with this answer while you face your HR interview
questions and answers round. If you have an offer letter already,
keep it a secret till the salary negotiation stage comes up. There,
you can negotiate your remunerations on the basis of your current
drawn package and also the offer letter that you have. You can
negotiate with all the three organizations at this stage (your
current organizations, the company that issued an offer letter and
also the company with which you interviewed) and finally select
the best possible option. In case this strategy conflicts with your
personal theories and beliefs, you can frame your answer, as
shown below.
Possible Answer #4:
“I’ve been talking to ABC company for the past 15 days,

but it is not final yet. I am interested in working with
them, but I’m still not sure. Is there something you know
about company ABC that you can share with me?”
Why do you want to work for us

or our company? or Why do you
want this job?
Possible Answer #1:
“I read an article in the newspaper a few months back.

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service. I am not exactly a philanthropist, as I
am not that rich yet, but giving back is a big part of my
personal philosophy. When I read that article, I was
moved. The true excitement overtook me when I got this
interview call. It will be really nice if I get to work in an
organization, which follows the same philosophies as I
personally do. Because my technical skills will be
recognized in other places as well, but personal
philosophies are equally important.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Teamwork is what I truly believe in. When I saw that

there was an opening in your organization, I made sure
that my application was put in. Being a team-player, I
believe working together to achieve a higher goal is what
drives success in the long run. And my skills as an
engineer and a team member will give me a 360-degree
work satisfaction for me”
Also read: How to get a job as a fresher?
Do you know anyone who works

for us?
The purpose of this HR interview question and it’s answer is tricky
and most of the interviewees these days fail to give an appropriate
answer. Your interviewer wants to find out if you have relatives,
friends or acquaintances working for the organization. From a
psychological point of view they want to know if you already have
psychological point of view, they want to know if you already have
a mentor within the organization. So it is recommendedShare
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Possible Answer #1:
“I’m good friends with the daughter of Mr. XYZ, who is a

part of this organization. My friend is not your employee,
but thinks very highly of this organization and has been
constantly encouraging me to apply. That is the reason
why I am here today, as the more I learned about this
company, the more I wanted to become a part of it.”
Possible Answer #2:
“I am a friend of XYZ, who is a part of your Finance

Department, but our friendship was not the primary
factor for me to apply here. Besides, I know how to
separate my professional life from my personal life. This
company has a strong reputation in the market and I have
always looked up to your brand. I truly believe that I can
use my skills and expertise to help my team and the
organization grows.”
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Why should we hire you? or Why

should I hire you?
Most freshers might treat this as a challenging question.
Remember that it’s not some sort of a blow to your ego, but a
stress test which you can pass smoothly with a powerful answer
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Possible Answer #1:
“Sir/Ma’am, I have all the requisite qualifications and

skills. I can do the work that the profile requires me to do.
Besides, I have the capacity to deliver exceptional results. I
can blend into mixed cultures and will fit in beautifully,
which will make me a great addition to the team. For a
fresher, I have the right amount of exposure into this
industry, as I have completed my internship with XYZ
company only recently. Hiring me will be a great value-
add to your workforce as the organization will keep on
gaining, with me around.”
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while having a discussion on HR interview questions and answers!
To do so, you need to stay prepared with a summary of the best
reasons why they should select you. If you feel you are the winning
candidate, you should prove that you are more than qualified.
Here’s your best answer.
Possible Answer #2:
“Sir/mam, I have great communication skills, desired

experience and the requisite skill set for this job role. If I
get a chance to showcase my abilities, I will leave no stone
unturned with my commitment to hard work and
dedication.”
This is your chance to repeat your strengths and describe your

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them to align your answer to the position’s top
requirements. Your answer should be ready in a few bullet points
with the optimal combination of your industry experience, your
domain expertise, your technical skills and your key
accomplishments. Articulate smartly for a sure shot impact.
Possible Answer #3:
“Sir/Ma’am, I am confident about the fact that my strong

technical experience and outstanding knowledge of
SKILL1, SKILL2, and SKILL3 make me a strong contender
for this position. I have been in this field for X years. I
have got several to pick up skills, for example in my
previous organization, I have completed an internal
certification on SAP and supply chain management
process. I have successfully executed projects right from
inception to delivery. I must add that today I am sitting
here because I strongly believe this is the right place to
extend my skills. This might be excellent for my future and
for the growth of this esteemed organization as well.”
Some other variations of this question that are generally asked, are
as follows. Your answer remains the same for the below questions
as well (amongst all other HR interview questions and answers),
as discussed above. But remember to keep it short and precise.
What makes you the best candidate for this position?
Why do you think you can fit well into the position?
What can you bring to the position and to the organization
Wh t l
What are your salary

expectations?
Possible Answer #1:
“My salary expectations are in line with the current

industry standards, according to my experience and
qualifications.”
Possible Answer #2:
“Thank you, Ma’am/Sir, once my responsibilities are clear

I can state an exact figure. Right now, I would like to
know what my potential Manager expects from this job
position, in your organization. After this discussion,
maybe we can both meet a conclusion about my future
remuneration.”
Possible Answer #3:
“Sir/Ma’am, I am sure your company is already paying a

specific package to someone in a similar position. Hence, I
would like to know your budget, if you do not mind.
Accordingly, I can put forth my expectations.”
If you are interested to know your exact in-hand salary, use this
free Take Home Salary Calculator here.
You can also read all about your salary and its various components
from this blog post.
Wondering if you should negotiate salary? Read how to negotiate

salary
salary.
Do you have a good work ethic?

With this question, the interviewer is judging if you are disciplined
and structured in your work. To answer this question, you must
communicate your ability to maintain your work schedule without
compromising on its quality.
Possible Answer #1: (For fresher)
I am quite disciplined as a person, and I believe in doing

my work in a planned and organized manner. A well
thought out plan and discipline in execution is the
foundation of high-quality work.
Possible Answer: 2 (For Experienced candidates)
In my X years of professional experience, I have rarely missed a

deadline. Barring extraordinary circumstances, I am usually able
to stick to my writing schedule without compromising on quality.
Besides that, I get long well with people which helps in
maintaining a good work environment.
How do you deal with feedback

and criticism?
The purpose of this question is to test your attitude toward
feedback and criticism. In answering this question, you need to
indicate that although you are confident about your work, you are
not stubborn. Show that you are flexible and willing to make
changes and modifications when necessary
changes and modifications, when necessary.
Possible Answer #1:
To err is human, and I too have faltered at times in

interpreting a client's/company’s briefings and/or
expectations. However, maintaining a cordial relationship
with the clients as well as with my seniors helps me
discuss and resolve the gaps without any fear or distress.
Possible Answer #2:
I have learnt that it is best to take criticism positively.

Feedback and criticism help one to look at things from a
different perspective, which results in a better
understanding of the situation. It ultimately helps one
gain useful insights into one's strengths and weaknesses.
Your interview is more or less

coming to an end when the
interviewer asks you, “Do you
have any questions for me?”
Never say “no” as this is perhaps the worst response ever given by
any interview candidate! Remember that interviews are not
integrations but are business conversations where both the parties
should ask and respond to questions. Coming back to the
situation, the best answer for a fresher is as follows:
Possible Answer #1:
“Yes, I do!”

This is probably your very first chance during the interview, to ask
a question. Questioning will indicate that as a fresher, you came
well-prepared for the interview and you are still absorbed in the
conversation. It will also show that you do take interest in the
organization. Make a general list of five questions about the
company and ask them to your interviewer, after all other HR
interview questions and answers are over.
Possible Answer #2:
“How has your journey been so far in this organization?

What excites you the most about working here? How long
does it ideally take a person to prove their caliber here?
Where is the organization headed in the next years? What
are the next steps of this interview?”
In case you already know everything about your potential

employer, you can ask the interviewer a direct question like:
Possible Answer #3:
“Can you tell me something about yourself?”
Everyone likes to talk about themselves, so this is a safe question

amongst all other HR interview questions and answers. In the end,
try to throw in an enthusiastic conversation ender like:
Possible Answer #4:
“It was great talking to you!”
Read detailed article on questions to ask in an interview.
Lastly, wait for the interviewer to utter “Thank You” or any other
concluding line Now it’s your turn to get up put your hand out for
concluding line. Now it s your turn to get up, put your hand out for
a handshake and then step out of the interview room. Remember
to carry out your bag, folder, and other belongings. 😛
We hope that this compilation of some of the most frequently

asked HR interview questions and answers will help you ace in
your next HR interview round. Wish you all the best! Once you are
done with your interview, don’t forget to share your interview
experience with us. We would love to know how it went. All the
best!
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55 HR Interview Questions And

Ever faced an HR interview before? In case you haven’t, I am sure

1. Tell me something about yourself in brief

2. Describe who you are. or Tell me about your background.

3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

5. You have changed jobs/jumped ship too many times

6. What are your strong points? or What are your strengths?

7. What is your greatest fear?

8. If I call up your current or previous reporting manager

9. Do you have any serious medical issues?

10. Did you ever have a conflict with your current/previous

11. What do your friends/co-workers say about you?

12. What did you do in the last year to improve your

14. What is your ideal company or workplace?

16. What is the most difficult thing that you’ve ever

19. Where do you see yourself 3 years from now? or Where do

20. Give an example of a time you had to respond to an

21. How quickly do you adapt to new technology?

22. What software packages are you familiar with?

23. On a scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate yourself as a

24. What makes you angry?

25. Are you open to take risks? or Do you like experimenting?

29. What are your biggest achievements till date?

30. What are you most proud of?

31. What has been your greatest failure?

32. What do you always regret? or Do you have any regrets?

33. How do you respond to change?

34. Are you demanding as a boss?

35. Are you an organized person?

36. Can you describe your time management skills?

37. What’s your absenteeism record like?

38. Are you reliable? or Can I trust you with responsibilities?

41. If you won a Rs.10-crore lottery, would you still work?

42. Give me an example of your creativity.

43. What makes you happy?

45. Are you willing to relocate or travel?

46. What do you know about us or our company?

49. Why do you want to work for us or our company? or Why

51. Why should we hire you? or Why should I hire you?

52. What are your salary expectations?

53. Do you have a good work ethic?

54. How do you deal with feedback and criticism?

55. Your interview is more or less coming to an end when the

The job selection process, especially in India, comprises of the

3. Personal interview with a panel

4. Technical/Role-specific interview (this might take place

Getting nervous is perfectly human, but how to ensure that the

frequently asked HR round questions and answers (with multiple

Go through this blog thoroughly to prepare for HR interview

Tell me something about

Here are some possible high-impact answers to help you leave a

Possible Answer #1:

“Thank you, Sir/Ma’am for this opportunity. I am from

I carry out any task assigned to me without hesitation,

Don’t make the mistake of sharing too much personal information

Possible Answer #2:

“Well, I am a confident, hardworking and a very

This is another version of frequently asked HR Interview

Possible Answer #3:

“I’m a management consultant with 12 years’ of

and media. In my current job role, I am responsible for