I applied through college or university. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Cisco (Pilani) in Aug 2013
Interview
First round was written test, which consisted question from signal processing, sql, aptitude, programming, computer architecture, data structure, operating system
Second round was interview for selected people, I was among selected persons,
The interviewer was a very friendly person, although I could not get selected because of not being efficient at coding, but he did not put me down, but tried to have pleasant interview
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Given a automated parking lot, try to think what will be the problem can arise
They care about your skills, rather than your background. They have a template which they provide and you got to fill that, everyone is provided a unique number. You are instructed not to disclose any of your personal details in the due course of your interview.
The interview process was two rounds. The first round was a behavioral interview. Straightforward questions, like tell me about the most technically challenging project you have worked on. The second round was a system design interview.
I applied online. I interviewed at Cisco in May 2026
Interview
Series of 4 interviews, First screening with HR Recruiter, reviewed resume and qualifications, second was hiring manager, reviewed experience and skills. Technical interview with team as a panel type interview, Last with hiring Director.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Technical questions on networking. Experience with work enviroment