1. Application & Shortlisting What happens: You submit your resume (and sometimes a cover letter or portfolio). Company’s role: HR or the hiring manager reviews applications to shortlist candidates whose qualifications match the job description. Tips: Ensure your resume is well-structured, ATS-friendly, and tailored to the specific job. 📞 2. Initial Screening (Telephonic/Virtual) Purpose: To verify your basic fit for the role (skills, experience, communication, salary expectations, etc.). Conducted by: HR or a recruiter. Duration: 10–30 minutes. Tip: Be concise and professional — it sets the tone for future rounds. 💻 3. Technical / Skill Assessment (if applicable) Purpose: To evaluate your job-specific abilities. Format: Could be an online test, coding challenge, case study, or written task. Common in: IT, finance, analytics, marketing, and design roles. Tip: Practice common test formats related to your field. 🗣️ 4. Technical / Functional Interview What happens: One or more rounds with team leads or department heads. Focus areas: Practical knowledge and problem-solving Past experience and project handling Tools and methodologies you use Tip: Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to explain your experience. 👥 5. Managerial / Behavioral Interview Purpose: To assess your attitude, teamwork, leadership, and how you handle challenges. Typical questions: “Tell me about a time you handled conflict.” “Describe your biggest achievement.” Tip: Show emotional intelligence, reliability, and adaptability. 💬 6. HR / Final Interview What happens: HR discusses salary expectations, notice period, company culture, and fit. Tip: Be honest but strategic about compensation expectations; show genuine interest in the company. ✉️ 7. Offer & Onboarding Steps: You receive a formal offer letter (sometimes after reference/background checks). Once accepted, HR provides onboarding details. Tip: Read the offer carefully — verify salary structure, benefits, and joining conditions.