First Round – DSA & Networking
Focused on data structures & algorithms (DSA)
Included computer networking concepts
Second Round – Techno-Managerial
Based on your projects
Covered operating systems (OS)
Covered computer networks (CN) again, but with more depth
Had a managerial/problem-solving angle (decision-making, leadership, ownership, etc.)
Third Round – HR
General HR questions (strengths, weaknesses, goals, culture fit, etc.)
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain your intern about what you did and how did you do these projects.
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