Top Interview Questions and Answers for Freshers

1. Interview questions and answers about yourself
2. Interview questions and answers about the job
3. Other general interview questions and answers
4. Further suggested readings:

Just landed yourself that much-awaited interview invitation? Bravo!

However, as interviews can be a bit intimidating for some of us, we are here with a list of most common interview questions and answers to help you out.

Just take a deep breath, relax, and prepare with these interview questions and answers for freshers.

Also read: All-in-one interview questions and answers master guide

Interview questions and answers about yourself

1. Tell me about yourself?

2. Describe who you are?/Tell me about your background?

3. What are your biggest achievements?

4. What is your greatest failure in life?

5. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

6. What are your hobbies/What are you passionate about?

7. Where do you see yourself five years from now?

Interview questions and answers about the job

1. Why do you want this job?

2. What motivates you to do a good job?

3. What software packages are you familiar with?

4. Can you describe your time-management skills?

5. What do you know about our company?

6. Why should we hire you?

7. Why should you be hired for this internship?

8. What are your salary expectations?

9. Can I trust you with responsibilities?

10. What is the difference between group and team?

11. Do you have any questions for me?

Also read: salary breakup and salary structure.

Other general interview questions and answers

1. What motivates you?
2. Can you handle work pressure?
3. Are you an organized person?
4. Are you willing to relocate or travel?

Further suggested readings:

1. Behavioral Interview questions and answers
2. Body language tips for your next interview
3. Interview body language do's and don'ts
4. Interview Checklist

FAQs:

1. Why should we hire you as a fresher?
   As a fresher, I bring a fresh perspective, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn and adapt. I have a solid educational background and relevant skills acquired through internships, projects, and extracurricular activities. I am eager to contribute my energy, creativity, and dedication to the team, and I'm committed to growing and developing within the organization.

2. What are the basic questions asked in an interview for freshers?
   Basic interview questions for freshers often include:

   • Tell me about yourself.
   • Why are you interested in this position/industry?
   • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
   • Describe a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it.
   • Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
   • Why should we hire you?
   • What motivates you?
   • Do you work well in teams or independently?
   • What do you know about our company?
   • Do you have any questions for us?

3. What are the 10 common interview questions?
   Ten common interview questions include:

   • Tell me about yourself.
   • Why do you want to work here?
   • What are your strengths and weaknesses?
   • Describe a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it.
   • Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
   • Why should we hire you?
   • What motivates you?
   • Do you work well in teams or independently?
   • Can you give an example of a time you demonstrated leadership skills?
   • Do you have any questions for us?

4. What is your main weakness?
   My main weakness is sometimes getting too caught up in details, which can occasionally slow down my progress. However, I am actively working on improving my time management skills and learning to prioritize tasks effectively to ensure that I maintain a balance between attention to detail and efficiency.