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Real interview transcripts: IIM Bangalore
Preparing for your B-school interview? Here’s a genuine real interview transcript from a candidate who appeared for the IIM Bangalore admission process.
This detailed transcript gives you a realistic view of what happens inside the panel room — from the actual questions asked to how the candidate responded, and what impressed the interviewers.
At PrepBee, we collect and verify real GDPI-WAT experiences from aspirants who have faced India’s top management institutes — including IIMs, XLRI, SPJIMR, FMS, MDI, TISS, and IIFT.
Each transcript is reviewed by our mentors to ensure it reflects current trends, relevant topics, and actionable learning for upcoming candidates. When it comes to B-school interview preparation — AYN is all you need.
Engineer | Work-Ex | Transcript 1
Candidate Profile:
Name: Rxx Sixxx (AYN GDPI Candidate – PrepBee)
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 92% | 12th: 89% | Graduation: B.Tech (Dairy Science, NDRI) – 8.45 CGPA
Work Experience: Fresher
Interview Duration: ~35 minutes
Panel: 3 members
Q1. Which college are you from?
→ Answered confidently and clearly stated academic background.
Q2. You have studied in various states — describe your experience and the challenges faced.
→ Shared examples of adaptability and learning from cultural diversity; came across thoughtful.
Q3. What do you know about the drug issue in Punjab? What are the causes?
→ Gave a concise and logical answer linking socio-economic and policy factors.
Q4. Tell us about some recent news you came across.
→ Talked about a recent policy in the dairy sector; response was crisp and structured.
Q5. Academic questions from Dairy Science and internship learnings.
→ Displayed sound understanding of core concepts with practical clarity.
Panel’s Impression:
The panel appreciated the candidate’s balanced responses and composure. His awareness and structured communication stood out. (He mentioned that the AYN GDPI Program by PrepBee helped him stay calm and structure answers better during the interview.)
Engineer | Work-Ex | Transcript 2
Candidate Profile
Name: Exxxx Gxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 93%
12th: 91%
Graduation: B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering – 8.2 CGPA
Work Experience: 26 months, US-based manufacturing MNC
Program Applied: IIM Bangalore – PGP (Business Analytics preference)
Prep: Enrolled in the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
Website: https://www.prepbee.in | AYN Program: https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
Interview Questions & Candidate Responses
1. Is your company a subsidiary? What is the difference between a subsidiary and an independent entity?
Candidate clarified the structure confidently and explained control vs. autonomy with simple examples.
Follow-up: If tomorrow your parent company divests, how would operations be affected?
He responded with operational continuity and governance-related points.
2. What are your key responsibilities at work?
He described his role concisely, highlighting ownership of processes.
Follow-up: Which responsibility has the highest business impact?
He picked one example and justified it well.
3. How do you coordinate projects across teams?
Explained using a structured workflow and mentioned communication tools. Tone: calm and process-oriented.
4. How do you collaborate with cross-functional teams?
He spoke about stakeholder alignment and weekly syncs.
Follow-up: What happens when two functions disagree?
Handled with a conflict-resolution approach.
5. How do you make a “buy or make” decision?
He used cost, capability, and timeline variables—analytical tone.
Follow-up: Which parameter is most important for your industry?
He balanced cost with long-term strategic value.
6. If your US-based company plans to set up a plant in India, would you recommend it? What parameters would you evaluate?
Gave a structured framework: cost, logistics, policy incentives, market access.
7. Between cost reduction and market expansion, which would be more beneficial and why?
He justified with a combination answer but leaned slightly toward market expansion. Clear reasoning.
8. Suggest four recommendations to solve Bangalore’s traffic problem.
Approached the question with practical, multi-stakeholder solutions. Tone: thoughtful.
9. What is hypothesis testing? What is a null hypothesis?
Answered confidently with textbook clarity.
Follow-up: Give one real example from your work domain.
He mapped it to defect analysis in manufacturing.
10. You applied for Business Analytics. What is your preference? Why?
He explained interest in data-driven decision-making, linking examples from work.
11. What statistical subjects did you study in undergrad?
Listed probability, regression, and QC tools with brief insights.
12. What were the key takeaways from the recent Budget apart from the income tax waiver?
He discussed agriculture and MSME reforms with reasonable depth.
Follow-up: How will increased MSME slabs help the sector?
Clear explanation on liquidity and expansion capacity.
13. If selected, what do you plan to do after completing the PGP?
Shared a structured short-term and long-term plan in operations & analytics.
Panel’s Impression
The panel found the candidate structured, composed, and clear in thought. His analytical approach and relevant examples from manufacturing helped build credibility. Some responses could have used more depth, but his overall clarity reflected the practice he had undergone during the PrepBee AYN GDPI mock sessions, which seemed to strengthen his articulation.
Non Engineer | Work ex | Transcript 3
Candidate Profile
Name: Axxxxxxx Gxxxxxxx
Gender: Female
Category: General
10th: 92%
12th: 94%
Graduation: BA (Hons) Communication Studies – 82%
Work Experience: 32 months (15 months at Byju’s in content development + 17 months as full-time business owner)
Background: Jewellery/Gemstone venture founder
Program: Enrolled in the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
More about AYN: https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
PrepBee Website: https://www.prepbee.in
IIM Bangalore PI Experience
1) Tell us about your venture.
The candidate confidently explained the origin, meaning, scale and evolution of her gemstone business, maintaining clarity and calmness.
Follow-up: “Explain the name again — why that mythology reference?”
2) Do you follow business news?
She admitted honestly that she reads but not in detail; tone was transparent and non-defensive.
Follow-up: “What part of the budget did you find relevant for entrepreneurs?”
3) What do you know about the recent budget?”
She briefly highlighted capital expenditure increases; stayed composed while acknowledging limited knowledge.
Follow-up: “Anything else you remember?”
4) Are diamonds the most expensive stones?”
She logically explained valuation parameters and compared diamonds vs rubies with real examples.
Follow-up: “So name any gemstone more expensive than diamonds by rarity.”
5) What were your revenue and profits?”
Answered precisely (₹9.7 lakh revenue, ~₹4.5 lakh profit) with no hesitation.
Follow-up: “Did you hire anyone? Why didn’t that work?”
6) Why MBA when your venture is already profitable?”
She explained calmly that she struggled to scale and wanted deeper business knowledge; tone sincere and introspective.
Follow-up: “What specific skills do you think an MBA will give you?”
7) Tell us about the jewellery industry in India.”
Gave a structured overview of fine jewellery, coloured stones, export demand; confident and well-aligned to background.
Follow-up: “Explain segmentation more — who buys what?”
8) Describe your customer profile and purchase behaviour.”
She described AOV, retention, repeat orders and trends succinctly; showed clarity about her own data.
Follow-up: “Why do returning customers spend more?”
9) What will you do after MBA? Will you sit for placements?”
Shared interest in marketing and communication roles; responded maturely about internships informing her decision.
Follow-up: “If hired today, where would you fit in a company like Tanishq?”
10) Logic vs belief systems — what do you subscribe to?”
Initially flustered due to lack of context but recovered by differentiating belief from logic respectfully.
Follow-up: “Your website talks about zodiac stones — how do you reconcile that with logic?”
11) Name three women entrepreneur role models.”
Slightly stressed but answered with two names; acknowledged difficulty without over-explaining.
Follow-up: “Why are role models important for entrepreneurs?”
12) Questions on regional identity, language & GK (Kannada, Karnataka).
She answered calmly, admitted gaps, and tried staying composed despite the grilling.
Follow-up: “Name five women freedom fighters from Karnataka.”
13) What tools did you use to build your website?”
Confidently explained Shopify, features, advantages for small e-commerce setups.
Follow-up: “Why Shopify over WordPress or custom coding?”
14) What is happening with Byju’s?”
Gave a crisp cause-and-effect answer about their downfall; panel seemed satisfied.
Follow-up: “How did the pandemic affect EdTech’s trajectory?”
Panel’s Impression
The panel appeared demanding, with some intense interruptions, especially around logic vs belief and regional GK. The candidate stayed composed overall, showcased depth in her entrepreneurial journey, and handled stress reasonably well. Her responses reflected clarity of thought and self-awareness — traits typically strengthened through structured mock interviews in programs like PrepBee’s AYN GDPI preparation.
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Non Engineer | Work- Ex | Transcript 4
Candidate Profile
Name: Rxxxxxxx Rxxxxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 93%
12th: 91%
Graduation: BBA – 78%
Work Experience: 28 months at a US-based manufacturing MNC
Program: Enrolled in the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
More about AYN: https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
PrepBee Website: https://www.prepbee.in
IIM Bangalore PI Experience
1) Is your company a subsidiary? What’s the difference between a subsidiary and an independent entity?
The candidate clearly explained ownership structure and operational autonomy; tone was confident and structured.
Follow-up: “In your role, do you interact directly with the parent company?”
2) What are your key responsibilities at work?
He described his tasks, reporting structure, and scope crisply; the panel asked deeper questions on project ownership.
Follow-up: “Which task do you find the most challenging and why?”
3) How do you coordinate projects?”
He outlined workflow, stakeholder alignment, and review mechanisms; sounded methodical.
Follow-up: “Give one recent example where coordination helped avoid a delay.”
4) How do you collaborate with cross-functional teams?”
Explained communication channels, roles of design/ops/quality teams; came across practical and experienced.
Follow-up: “What happens when two teams disagree?”
5) How do you make a ‘buy or make’ decision?”
He highlighted cost, capacity, capability and strategic considerations; structured response.
Follow-up: “Which parameter matters most in your industry?”
6) Your firm is US-based. Should it set up a plant in India?”
He recommended India for lower costs and market access; reasoning was coherent and linked to macro trends.
Follow-up: “If forced to choose — cost reduction or market expansion — what drives higher long-term value?”
7) Suggest four recommendations to solve Bangalore’s traffic problem.”
He gave practical points around public transport, infrastructure, policy and tech-based solutions; concise.
Follow-up: “Which one is the most feasible in the next three years?”
8) What is hypothesis testing? What is a null hypothesis?”
He answered with basic statistical clarity; tone showed familiarity but not overconfidence.
Follow-up: “Give one workplace situation where hypothesis testing could be applied.”
9) You’ve applied for Business Analytics. Is that your first preference?”
He articulated interest in analytics with alignment to work experience; sounded prepared.
Follow-up: “Which tools or methods do you already know?”
10) What statistical subjects did you study during undergrad?”
He listed probability, statistical inference, and regression; replied calmly.
Follow-up: “Which one do you feel least comfortable with?”
11) Do you follow business news? What are key budget takeaways besides tax changes?”
He mentioned agriculture and MSMEs; the panel probed gently.
Follow-up: “Why is the MSME slab increase significant?”
12) If selected for PGP, what do you plan to do after graduation?”
He shared a clear plan: analytics/strategy roles in manufacturing or consulting; confident future orientation.
Follow-up: “What would your Plan B look like?”
Panel’s Impression
The interview was smooth and conversational, with a panel that encouraged clarity rather than pressure. The candidate displayed a grounded understanding of manufacturing operations, decision-making frameworks, and basic analytics. His balanced answers reflected the structured preparation typically seen in students trained under PrepBee’s AYN GDPI approach, especially in handling scenario-based questions.
Non Engineer | Fresher |Transcript 5
Candidate Profile
Name: Dxxxxxxxxxx Gxxxxx
Gender: Female
Category: General
10th: 96%
12th: 94%
Graduation: BA (Hons.) Political Science – 8.5 CGPA
Work Experience: Fresher
CAT: 98.73 percentile
Program: PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
More about AYN: https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
PrepBee Website: https://www.prepbee.in
IIM Bangalore Interview Experience
1) You come from a unique profile. Why MBA?
She connected her political science background to marketing and consumer behaviour; calm but slightly tense under probing.
Follow-up: “If marketing interests you so much, why didn’t you pursue related courses earlier?”
2) Did you do any marketing courses in college?
She admitted she hadn’t, and explained her exploration phase; honest tone.
Follow-up: “So what made you shift interest now?”
3) Why internships different from your academic domain?
She showed curiosity-driven choices; panel pushed on consistency.
Follow-up: “Does this inconsistency reflect confusion?”
4) Describe one marketing campaign you liked.”
She analysed it well, and handled 1–2 cross-questions with reasonable clarity.
Follow-up: “What metric would you use to judge its success?”
5) Do you know the P’s of marketing?”
She said 7Ps but mixed up ‘publicity’ and ‘promotion’; the panel caught it.
Follow-up: “List them again — confidently this time.”
6) Sell yourself using the 7Ps so that we admit you.”
She attempted a structured answer, with some pauses under pressure.
Follow-up: “Which ‘P’ is your strongest and why?”
7) Aren’t you at a disadvantage compared to people with work experience?”
She explained her learning mindset; tone was composed.
Follow-up: “Then how will you cope in fast-paced classroom discussions?”
8) Won’t you feel left out among peers with industry exposure?”
She highlighted her communication strengths and willingness to bridge gaps quickly.
Follow-up: “Name one skill you must build immediately after joining.”
9) Companies support LGBTQIA+ communities. Why should they get involved?”
She attempted inclusivity-based reasoning; panel kept challenging the rationale.
Follow-up: “Why not quietly change policies instead of public messaging?”
10) Why quote Mandela in your SOP? Did someone suggest it?”
She explained the context; panel pushed on relevance and originality.
Follow-up: “Why talk about Mandela instead of your own experiences?”
11) You didn’t study maths in graduation. Will this hinder your MBA performance?”
She reassured them about adaptability; panel questioned preparedness.
Follow-up: “Which quantitative topic worries you the most?”
12) What was the formula for calculating marks when board exams were cancelled?”
She began explaining but was interrupted; panel wanted objectivity.
Follow-up: “Give a mathematically objective alternative — no subjective reasoning.”
She struggled here as the panel continued pushing for a formula-based justification, eventually proposing historical board-exam data as a benchmark.
Panel’s Impression
The interview leaned heavily toward stress-testing, especially around logical clarity and argumentative resilience. The candidate stayed composed despite interruptions, though certain questions around policy logic and quantitative reasoning created visible pressure. Overall, her genuine communication skills and awareness of social issues stood out, and the structured thinking developed through the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program reflected in how she reasoned through the tougher moments.
Engineer | Fresher | Transcript 6
Candidate Profile
Name: Oxxxxx Wxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 93%
12th: 91%
Graduation: B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering – 8.2 CGPA
Work Experience: 26 months, US-based manufacturing MNC
Program Applied: IIM Bangalore – PGP (Business Analytics preference)
Prep: Enrolled in the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
Website: https://www.prepbee.in | AYN Program: https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
Interview Questions & Candidate Responses
1. Is your company a subsidiary? What is the difference between a subsidiary and an independent entity?
Candidate clarified the structure confidently and explained control vs. autonomy with simple examples.
Follow-up: If tomorrow your parent company divests, how would operations be affected?
He responded with operational continuity and governance-related points.
2. What are your key responsibilities at work?
He described his role concisely, highlighting ownership of processes.
Follow-up: Which responsibility has the highest business impact?
He picked one example and justified it well.
3. How do you coordinate projects across teams?
Explained using a structured workflow and mentioned communication tools. Tone: calm and process-oriented.
4. How do you collaborate with cross-functional teams?
He spoke about stakeholder alignment and weekly syncs.
Follow-up: What happens when two functions disagree?
Handled with a conflict-resolution approach.
5. How do you make a “buy or make” decision?
He used cost, capability, and timeline variables—analytical tone.
Follow-up: Which parameter is most important for your industry?
He balanced cost with long-term strategic value.
6. If your US-based company plans to set up a plant in India, would you recommend it? What parameters would you evaluate?
Gave a structured framework: cost, logistics, policy incentives, market access.
7. Between cost reduction and market expansion, which would be more beneficial and why?
He justified with a combination answer but leaned slightly toward market expansion. Clear reasoning.
8. Suggest four recommendations to solve Bangalore’s traffic problem.
Approached the question with practical, multi-stakeholder solutions. Tone: thoughtful.
9. What is hypothesis testing? What is a null hypothesis?
Answered confidently with textbook clarity.
Follow-up: Give one real example from your work domain.
He mapped it to defect analysis in manufacturing.
10. You applied for Business Analytics. What is your preference? Why?
He explained interest in data-driven decision-making, linking examples from work.
11. What statistical subjects did you study in undergrad?
Listed probability, regression, and QC tools with brief insights.
12. What were the key takeaways from the recent Budget apart from the income tax waiver?
He discussed agriculture and MSME reforms with reasonable depth.
Follow-up: How will increased MSME slabs help the sector?
Clear explanation on liquidity and expansion capacity.
13. If selected, what do you plan to do after completing the PGP?
Shared a structured short-term and long-term plan in operations & analytics.
Panel’s Impression
The panel found the candidate structured, composed, and clear in thought. His analytical approach and relevant examples from manufacturing helped build credibility. Some responses could have used more depth, but his overall clarity reflected the practice he had undergone during the PrepBee AYN GDPI mock sessions, which seemed to strengthen his articulation
Non Engineer | Fresher | Transcript 7
Candidate Profile
Name: Txxxxxx Gxxxxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 94%
12th: 92%
Graduation: BS-MS, IISER Pune – 8.7 CGPA
Additional Education: B.Ed, CTET Qualified
Work Ex: 0 months (Fresher); Cleared RRB PO (did not join)
Special Projects: 5th-year research project at IIT Delhi
Interests: Cricket, Kabaddi
Prep: Enrolled in the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
Website: https://www.prepbee.in | AYN Program: https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
Interview Questions & Candidate Responses
1. What were your key learnings from IISER Pune?
He spoke confidently about research discipline, scientific thinking, and teamwork.
Follow-up: Which one of these will help you the most in an MBA?
He connected it to analytical decision-making.
2. What did you gain from your IISER experience overall?
Highlighted exposure to interdisciplinary science and problem-solving. Calm, reflective tone.
3. What was your 5th-year project at IIT Delhi about?
Explained the project briefly with strong conceptual clarity.
Follow-up: If you were to extend this research, what would be the next step?
Gave a logical continuation.
4. Why not pursue a PhD?
He explained career alignment and interest in managerial roles rather than academia.
5. Why did you pursue a B.Ed after IISER?
He framed it as an interest in pedagogy and science communication.
6. You cleared RRB PO. Why didn’t you join?
Justified with future career goals, honest yet structured tone.
7. What are the major challenges in the banking sector today?
Mentioned NPAs, digital fraud, compliance pressure, and fintech disruption.
8. How are you sure you will enjoy the MBA journey?
He backed it with internship experiences, self-awareness, and clarity of expectations.
9. What is your family business and its turnover?
Explained modestly but clearly, giving a transparent picture.
Follow-up: If you decide to scale it, what would be your first change?
He touched upon digitisation and customer segmentation.
10. If you want to list your business on NSE/BSE, what will be your 5-year plan?
Gave a structured roadmap: governance, compliance, expansion, financial hygiene.
11. What is the procedure for listing a company?
Explained the steps in a simplified manner—DRHP, SEBI approval, roadshow, IPO.
12. You like cricket and kabaddi. How is IKL different from IPL?
Talked about audience base, cost structure, and league scale.
13. What is the business model of IKL?
Explained franchise model, sponsorship, broadcast rights, and ticketing.
Follow-up: If you were the head of IKL, how would you increase viewership?
He discussed regional marketing, school outreach, digital campaigns.
Panel’s Impression
The panel saw him as thoughtful, grounded, and honest. His diverse background—from IISER to education to competitive exams—was handled with composure. Some answers could have been more business-heavy, but his clarity and structured responses reflected the practice he had done through the PrepBee AYN GDPI mocks, helping him stay calm in a wide-ranging intervie
Engineer | Work-Ex | Transcript 8
Candidate Profile
Name: Pxxxx Kxxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 90%
12th: 87%
Graduation: B.E. (Sinhgad College) – 7.0 CGPA
Work Experience: 24 months as API Integration Engineer (Client-facing role)
Location: Maharashtra
Interests: Reading, Defence Prep, Social Impact
Prep: Enrolled in the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
Website: https://www.prepbee.in | Program: https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
Interview Questions & Candidate Responses
1. Tell us about your work experience.
He explained his API integration role and daily responsibilities clearly after simplifying the jargon when asked.
Follow-up: What exactly do you discuss during your client meetings? Who attends them?
He broke down stakeholder roles and meeting structure confidently.
2. What is an API?
He gave a crisp, non-technical explanation showing good communication skills.
Follow-up: How is Postman used in API testing?
He explained the tool’s purpose and his usage in simple terms.
3. Since you’re from Sinhgad College, why was the institute in dispute recently?
He answered factually and stayed composed.
Follow-up: Tell us about Sinhgad Fort. Which movie references it and why was it controversial?
He recalled the history and linked it to the controversy with reasonable clarity.
4. Mention some recent divisions of states. Why was Andhra divided?
He explained the political and administrative reasons without taking sides.
Follow-up: Name the two major political parties in erstwhile Andhra Pradesh.
He answered confidently.
5. You prepared for Defence earlier. Why the shift to MBA?
He offered a well-prepared but sincere explanation about changing aspirations.
Follow-up: Then why prepare for Defence in the first place?
He gave a personal and values-driven answer.
6. You mentioned being waitlisted at TISS last year. Which course was it?
He answered directly and related it to his current goals.
7. What do you do in your free time?
He spoke about reading and personal development.
Follow-up: How do you remember reading 25 books last year?
He explained his New Year’s resolution tracking habit.
Follow-up 2: What is one practical learning from all that reading?
He shared a grounded, real-life takeaway rather than a philosophical one.
8. Do you plan to return to your village in the future?
He spoke passionately about founding an NGO to improve education access, connecting it to his family’s journey and social impact vision.
9. You said your sister is the first doctor from your village and you’ll be the first IIM graduate. How has education shaped your family?
He gave a heartfelt, authentic reflection that the panel appreciated.
10. Do you have any questions for us?
He asked a thoughtful closing question, showing curiosity and respect.
Panel’s Impression
The interview had a warm tone overall, with P1 and P2 being conversational while P3 stayed observant and analytical. The candidate’s ability to simplify technical concepts, remain authentic about his background, and articulate long-term social goals stood out. His preparation through the PrepBee AYN GDPI practice sessions was visible in how he handled unexpected questions and follow-ups with calmness.
Engineer | Work- Ex | Transcript 9
Candidate Profile
Name: Bxxxxxxxx Axxxxxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 92%
12th: 89%
Graduation: B.Tech Chemical Engineering – 8.3 CGPA
Work Experience: 24 months in a chemical manufacturing plant (Operations & Process Engineering)
Additional: Marathon runner, volunteer at Anandwan
GDPI Preparation: Enrolled in the PrepBee AYN Program
Useful Links: https://www.prepbee.in | https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
Interview Panel:
Two Males (M1, M2) and One Female (F)
IIM Bangalore | 16th Feb | Morning Slot
M1: Tell me about your job role.
Candidate briefly explained process monitoring, production optimization, and coordination responsibilities. Tone was structured and calm.
M1: When production drops significantly, what parameters do you first check?
Candidate highlighted raw material purity, equipment health, and process deviations. Logical flow, quick recall.
Follow-up (M1): Have you ever misdiagnosed a production issue? What happened then?
Candidate admitted one learning instance and explained corrective action with maturity.
M2: Describe an instance where you took an unorthodox approach to solve a plant problem.
Candidate shared a story about reducing QC wait time with a staggered sampling approach. Crisp narration.
Follow-up (M2): Why didn’t you escalate the issue instead of creating your own solution?
Handled confidently, showing ownership and accountability.
F: You mentioned growing up around Anandwan. What kind of leader was Baba Amte according to you?
Candidate described servant leadership and social courage. Emotionally grounded response.
F: How have these values influenced your workplace behaviour?
Candidate linked empathy to handling shift technicians and cross-functional teams.
F: Tell me a situation where you managed people who were older but lower in hierarchy.
Explained resistance to digital logbooks and how he built trust. Balanced and real.
M1: If your plant produces 3000 MT and the CEO demands 4000 MT, how will you approach it as Plant Manager?
Candidate offered a structured scalability approach — capacity check, debottlenecking, and safety considerations. Confident and methodical.
M2: What do you want to achieve in your professional life?
Clear articulation on transitioning into operations + strategy roles post-MBA.
M2: Which companies are you targeting after an MBA?
Candidate mentioned TAS, ABGLP, P&G, Amazon — showed awareness without over-ambition.
M1: You are a marathon runner. How long is a full marathon and how did the term originate?
Answered correctly, with a short historical context. Calm and well-prepared.
M2: Since you applied to PGPBA as well, solve this puzzle for me.
Candidate attempted but couldn’t solve; stayed composed and acknowledged the gap.
Follow-up (M2): How do you generally approach logical puzzles under pressure?
Candidate explained thought process, showing a growth mindset.
Panel’s Impression
The candidate showcased strong process understanding, people-handling skills, and clarity of thought. Responses remained grounded and consistent with his work experience. Puzzle handling was the only slight dip, but composure was maintained. Overall, the panel likely noted him as sincere and well-prepared — reflecting the kind of structured guidance candidates typically receive through the PrepBee AYN GDPI preparation journey.
Engineer | Fresher | Transcript 10
Candidate Profile
Name: Sxxxxxxxxx Dxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 91%
12th: 93%
Graduation: B.Tech in Naval Architecture & Shipbuilding (CUSAT) – 8.1 CGPA
Work Experience: Fresher
Interests: Indian economy, stock markets, defence sector
GDPI Preparation: PrepBee AYN GDPI Program
Useful Links: https://www.prepbee.in | https://www.prepbee.in/ayn
Interview Panel:
M1 (50+), M2 (40+), M3 (30+)
IIM Bangalore | Personal Interview | Duration: 25 minutes
M1: Tell me about your course in Naval Architecture and why you chose it. How big is your batch?
Candidate explained the curriculum, scope, and batch structure confidently.
Follow-up (M1): What are Navy cadets doing in this programme? Explain the process.
Candidate clarified the NDA–INA pipeline and how cadets opt for Naval Architecture. Clear and informative.
M1: Since you mentioned Navy — what’s your take on the Agnipath scheme?
Candidate explained objectives, defence budget optimisation, and modernisation. Sound reasoning.
M1: What about career prospects for Agniveers after their tenure?
Candidate referenced corporate announcements (Tata, Mahindra). Practical response.
M1: Do your Navy coursemates support the scheme?
Candidate answered honestly and briefly.
M1: Define GDP.
Candidate attempted but missed key terms; tone slightly uncertain.
Follow-up (M1): What is GNP then? What is the Hindu growth rate?
Candidate couldn’t answer fully; maintained composure.
M1: Have you heard of G20?
Candidate gave a basic explanation — factual but lacked depth.
M1: Why is India the G20 President this year? What does India gain from it?
Candidate spoke about diplomatic positioning and infrastructure showcasing. Partial satisfaction from panel.
M1: Is it true that only the President can invite non-G20 countries?
Candidate showed confusion but stayed consistent with what he remembered.
M1: Is India a poor country? What about its Global Hunger Index ranking?
Candidate mentioned lower-middle-income classification and near-bottom ranking, but couldn’t justify in detail.
M1: What is your definition of research? Why are you passionate about it?
Candidate shared a personal view and mentioned an IIMB research journal he had read.
M2: If given a chance today, would you become an Agniveer?
Candidate politely declined, aligning the answer with his long-term interests.
M2: What are your passions?
Candidate listed several interests; panel laughed but the tone remained friendly.
M3: You wrote about stock trading — what are your strategies?
Candidate mentioned a simple moving average–based approach. Safe and honest.
M2: What’s the technical term for making quicker profits compared to long-term investing?
Candidate misunderstood; panel clarified “Leverage.”
M3: What are options? Why trade options instead of equity?
Candidate gave a neat explanation around volatility, premiums, and risk–reward.
Panel’s Impression
The candidate showed honesty, curiosity, and good conversational flow, especially while discussing defence-related topics. Weak moments in macroeconomics and trading terminology were noted but didn’t break composure. Overall, a grounded fresher profile with genuine interests — the kind of clarity and self-awareness often shaped during structured GDPI prep like the PrepBee AYN Program.
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Candidate Profile
Name: Kxxxxxx Dxxx Sxxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General (GEM)
10th: 94%
12th: 92%
Graduation: B.E. in Computer Science – 8.6 CGPA
Work Experience: 24 months (Technology — NVIDIA)
Hobbies: Cricket, tech blogs
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Interview Panel:
3 Males | IIM Bangalore | ~20 minutes
1. Tell us about yourself.
Candidate gave a crisp personal–academic–professional summary and mentioned cricket as a hobby.
Follow-up: Are you following the India–Australia series? What’s the score right now?
Candidate answered confidently since he had checked before entering.
2. Explain your work at NVIDIA. Do you think your job can be automated?
Candidate highlighted his role and acknowledged partial automation possibilities with clear reasoning.
3. Most laptops still use Intel/AMD chips, even for GPUs. NVIDIA is more high-end — why is that?
Candidate explained positioning, performance requirements, and market segmentation.
4. Why MBA?
Candidate connected career aspirations with upskilling and business exposure. Tone: structured and calm.
5. Difference between CPU and GPU?
Candidate explained parallel vs serial processing in simple, non-jargon terms.
6. Why did you choose BITS Pilani over BITS Goa? Goa is more fun, no?
Candidate responded with a mix of humour and logic on academic priorities.
7. What do you want to do after MBA?
Candidate discussed interest in tech-strategy/product roles with clarity.
8. Any questions for us?
Candidate asked a thoughtful question about curriculum exposure and electives.
Panel’s Impression
A smooth and conversational IIM interview experience. The candidate remained composed, showed good awareness of his industry, and handled light-hearted questions well. The clarity in answers reflected the kind of structured practice often seen among candidates preparing through the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program.
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Candidate Profile
Name: Raxxxxxxx Kxxxxxx Lxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 93%
12th: 91%
Graduation: B.Tech – 8.4 CGPA
Work Experience: 18 months (Tech + Product Support)
Interests: Reading, problem-solving, entrepreneurship
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Interview Panel:
P1 (M, late 50s), P2 (M, mid 30s), P3 (M, early 50s)
Location: IIM Bangalore | Duration: 15–20 minutes
1. Tell us a bit about yourself.
Candidate gave a clear, structured introduction focused on academics, work, and reading interest.
2. What’s the last book you read? Give a brief summary.
Summarised calmly and logically; panel seemed satisfied.
3. You mentioned a PoR in your SOP — what tasks were involved?
Explained operational and leadership responsibilities with clarity.
Follow-up: What issue did you face in that role? What did you learn?
Candidate spoke honestly about a conflict situation and learning about communication.
4. You wrote about a core value in your SOP — how can it be applied in business?
Candidate gave an example-driven, practical interpretation of the value.
5. Tell us about your work experience.
Provided a concise overview of projects and role clarity.
6. What do you want to do after MBA? Any specific domain?
Candidate expressed interest in consulting and long-term entrepreneurship.
Follow-up: Which companies hire for this role?
Named a few consulting firms confidently.
7. What kind of projects would you want to work on in those firms?
Candidate described interest in strategy, operations, and tech-driven problem statements.
8. You mentioned entrepreneurship — do you have any business model in mind?
Shared one early-stage idea; panel noted the thought process.
9. Who should be held accountable for the mass tech layoffs happening today?
Candidate responded with a balanced perspective on market cycles, leadership decisions, and macroeconomic factors.
10. Suppose two companies in the same sector look similar — how would you decide which one to join?
Candidate structured the answer around culture, growth pathways, stability, and leadership.
11. If you got a consulting role in your current company and an offer from IIMB, which one would you pick? Why?
Candidate gave a confident, rationale-based preference for IIMB.
12. Any questions for us?
Asked one relevant question about the case-based learning environment.
Panel’s Impression
A smooth, SOP-driven IIM interview experience with no grilling. Candidate maintained composure, showed clarity of goals, and handled situational questions with maturity. The confident structure of responses reflected the kind of preparation typical of candidates trained under the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program.
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Candidate Profile
Name: Hxxxx pxxxx
Gender: Male
Category: General
10th: 97.5%
12th: 97.5%
Graduation (ECE): 79.28%
Work Experience: Fresher (2021 pass-out)
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P1 (Male, early 50s)
1. You passed out in 2021. Do you have any job offers? What have you been doing since then?
Candidate explained the gap calmly, citing preparation, upskilling, and personal responsibilities.
2. Does profit fall under assets or liabilities in a balance sheet? Why?
Answered with moderate confidence; panel probed the logic behind classification.
3. What are liabilities?
Basic definition given; panel tested clarity on financial fundamentals.
4. What is Sensex?
Candidate gave a crisp definition; P1 asked a follow-up.
5. Difference between the Sensex benchmark index and a company’s share price.
Responded conceptually; panel looked for deeper clarity.
6. Why MBA?
Shared a structured answer about skill-building and long-term goals.
7. Tell me a business idea that changed the world. (You wrote this in your SOP.)
Candidate cited Amazon with reasoning.
8. How exactly did Amazon change the world?
Explained customer-centricity, logistics innovation, and digital retail.
Follow-up: Isn’t Amazon more of a technological advancement than a business idea?
Panel gave an example about AWS profits; candidate acknowledged nuances.
9. Do you still stand by your point that businesses can change the world?
Candidate maintained a balanced stance while refining the earlier point.
P2 (Male, mid 40s)
10. What do you do in your free time?
Answered genuinely.
11. Besides hobbies, what do you do for recreation?
Candidate added examples of low-effort engagement and relaxation.
12. What is the present unemployment rate?
Attempted an approximate figure; panel nudged for justification.
13. Tell me the states and capitals of the North-Eastern states.
Answered most confidently; minor hesitations noticed.
14. Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Candidate outlined a realistic professional trajectory.
15. You don’t need an MBA for a business idea — sometimes it can even be counterproductive. Thoughts?
Candidate navigated this well with a practical, balanced explanation.
16. How do business ideas originate? (2 follow-up questions)
Talked about problem identification and user-centric thinking.
P3 (Male, early 60s)
17. You mentioned volunteering for career guidance in your village. Tell us more about that.
Shared honest, grounded experiences; panel appreciated the sincerity.
Panel’s Impression
A classic IIM Bangalore interview experience focused heavily on reasoning, clarity, and grounding. The panel tested fundamentals, opinions, and the candidate’s ability to defend them. Despite a few pressured moments, the candidate maintained composure and structure — reflecting the mock-interview discipline usually built through the PrepBee AYN GDPI Program.
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