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Cognizant Software Engineer Interview Experience

Cognizant · Entry level

ResultOffer · declined it ✓
Timespan2 weeks
DifficultyVery easy
Rounds3

Interview process

Everything was very structured but package was on lower end and I got another offer so had to reject.

Interview rounds · 3

  1. 1

    Online assessment

    1. Q1. DSA medium level leetcode
    2. Q2. Complex SQL, with joins
  2. 2

    Technical round

    1. Q1. HashMap frequency type question
    2. Q2. OOPS
    3. Q3. Aptitude
  3. 3

    Final / onsite round

    1. Q1. Questions were around salary and joining dates

Tips from the candidate

Prepare basic DSA, SQL and aptitude.

Also practice recent interview questions. AND do not worry too much.

Make sure you pass OA by any means. you don't want to fail in OA.

Company culture

Interviewer was really nice, helping me throughout the interview.

Details

CompanyCognizant
RoleSoftware Engineer
LevelEntry level
LocationIndia
InterviewedSep 2025
Questions asked6