I applied through university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Cisco (Bengaluru) in July 2019
Interview
The 1st round was an online test followed by interview. In the 1st round of interview i was asked few of data structure and OS questions. And was asked to get optimal solution for a given problem and design the network diagram for the same
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Question 1
1st round included questions ranging from aptitude to technical questions from c, c++ , data structures , OS and CN
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.
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Question 1
Technical questions on networking. Experience with work enviroment