The interview was relatively more challenging compared to other service-based companies, with a strong focus on in-depth questions from core subjects and detailed project discussions. Overall, it provided valuable learning and exposure.
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Cognizant (Ghaziabad) in Sep 2025
Interview
First of all, they asked me to introduce myself, then so HR questions were asked like strength and weakness, where do you see yourself in next five years, then some technical questions like about SQL, about projects, there tech stack
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
About basic coding problems like how to reverse a string and follow ups.
I applied through college or university. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Cognizant (Bengaluru) in Jul 2022
Interview
Simple and easy. Basic questions on DSA and a few Java programming questions.
Basic patterns, not leet code level.
Focus is more on problem solving skills rather than the solution
Syntax and program errors are overlooked
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Location, interests, preferred stack and education background