I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Cisco
Interview
On campus placement. Online test and then 3 rounds of interviews. The test comprised of 2 CP questions and around 20 technical questions of computer networking and other standard CS technical questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
First and second round were technical. Question were asked from Data structures, Algorithms varying with difficulties. One had to code by sharing the screen. Resume based projects questions were asked too. In second round bit Computer networks, DBMS and IoT questions were asked and implementation in real world. Finally the HR Round.
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