Here you will find a list of 30 HR Interview Questions that are commonly asked by recruiters, as well as their answers. We have also provided you with a sample answer that you can use during the HR interview, so you will be able to prepare for it in advance.

Question 1: Can you tell me a little bit about yourself?

Hi, I’m Ram. I’m a computer science engineer and a recent engineering graduate. With an overall CGPA of 8.5, I graduated from XYZ University.

Having learned C programming, Java, Data structures, and SQL from Udemy, I am able to apply them in the real world. I also have good communication skills in addition to these technical skills.

The major project we conducted in our final year involved building a surveillance robot using a Raspberry Pi microcontroller. As a team of four, we used our coding skills to make the project a success.

I am looking forward to applying my technical skills and experiences to your company.

Question 2. Can you tell me why I should hire you?

Getting interviewed at such a renowned company is an amazing opportunity for me. There is no doubt that I will be able to establish my skills and knowledge in the corporate world through the opportunity provided by your organization. It is my pleasure to assure you that, even though I am a new recruit, I will give my best shot and work to the best of my abilities so that I can contribute as much as possible to the growth and welfare of this great company.

Question 3: If you had to describe yourself in one word, what would it be?

Over time, I have noticed that I have a tendency to be excessively critical of myself. Every time I finish a project, there is an underlying feeling within me that I could have done more, even if I receive a positive response to my work. Due to this, I often find myself overworking myself and feeling burned out as a result of doing so. The past few years, I have taken the time to look objectively at my achievements and have celebrated the ones that I have achieved. As a result of this, not only has my work and my self-confidence improved, but I have also gained a greater appreciation for my team and other support systems that have always been there for me throughout the whole process.

Question 4. Confidence versus overconfidence – what’s the difference?

Confidence and overconfidence can be distinguished by the word “only”. For example, I am confident that I can do this work and I am overconfident that I can only do this work.

Alternatively,

In the interview, I will do my best to impress the panel, this is confidence. That’s overconfidence, the interviewer will certainly hire me.

Alternatively,

Whether it’s for a company or a job, I’m the best candidate. There is no one better to hire from than me – Overconfidence.

Question 5. Hard work vs smart work: what’s the difference?

Despite the fact that hard work can yield results, it can take a long time. Working smarter will result in optimum results with less effort and in a shorter period of time. Intangible assets of genius include smart work.

Alternatively,

Work and thinking are the two components of hard work. Working smart means thinking first and then doing.

Question 6. Are you interested in working for us for any particular reason?

My goal is to give a kick start to my profession by working hard and giving my best. It can’t be better than that if it comes from (company name). In addition, I enjoy the challenges that an organization provides for a person’s development as a professional. Although I admire companies that honor individuals who accept and overcome challenges. Among these organizations, (company name) stands out.

Alternatively,

The reason I’m glad to work with you is because it’s a pleasure to work with you. My skills will be explored, my abilities will be proved, and I will be able to gain experience at the same time. My goal is to prove myself on this platform.

Question 7. When it comes to working nights and weekends, how do you feel about it?

My opinion is that if we want to succeed, we need to be honest with our work, so I have no problem working nights and weekends. Everyone, who wants a bright future, should remember the old adage “Successful leaders see the opportunity in every challenge rather than the challenge in every opportunity”.

Alternatively,

Weekends and nights are no problem for me. Weekends are usually when I spend more time with my family. If my presence is needed by the company, I will be there whenever it is needed.

Question 8. Working under pressure is something you can do, right?

The challenges I face in my life always motivate me to do better. There is no need to worry about pressure. I gain confidence and know about my abilities when I work under pressure.

Question 9. Can you tell me what your goals are?

In the short term, I would like to be placed in a reputable company like yours and improve my skills. By working hard, I hope to make my parents proud of me in the long run.

Alternatively,

Honestly speaking, my main objective in life is to become as successful as I can and become part of an organization that I am proud to be a part of. For this year, my job goal is to crack the interview and become a part of your team.

Question 10. In the case of relocation or travel, are you willing to make the move?

It is not a problem for me to relocate to a new place if I can find a suitable place to live. The experience will allow me to explore a new environment, culture, and language, and it will also allow me to interact with people from different cultures. I am looking forward to learning something new as well as developing my personality as well as gaining a new experience.

Alternatively,

As a result of relocating, we learn new things, interact with new people, learn about a new culture, and gain a lot of knowledge about the world. It is not an issue for me to relocate as I enjoy learning new things.

Question 11. How do you motivate yourself to perform well?

In order for me to be happy, I should be able to make my parents happy and I should be responsible for that happiness. As a result of our good fortune, the first people we feel proud and happy about are our parents if we are in a good position. I was very motivated when I was able to see my parents’ happiness and that happiness motivated me a lot as well.

Question number 12. Are there any things that make you angry?

There are times when someone disturbs me a lot and underestimates my ability to handle the situation, and I get angry, however, I strive to control my anger and handle the situation with a smile as much as possible.

Question 13. How would you describe your creative side to me?

The act of creativity involves coming up with new ideas and modifying old things into something that is better than before. At the moment, I am not able to recall any specific example, but what I do on a day-to-day basis is where my creativity can be seen. The best way to turn hard work into smart work is to always try to implement something new that makes it easier.

Question 14. In the event that we hire you, what would be your expected duration of employment with us?

I would like to take this opportunity to say that I have always dreamed of being a part of this organization since I was a young graduate, so if I am selected. Assuring you that I will give my best effort, it will be my pleasure, and it will be my pleasure to do so. I am always available to you if you see my potential and recognize my work, and as long as you want me to stay with this company as long as you want me to stay there.

Alternatively,

There is no doubt that your company gives such a thing, so I don’t need to move to any other company in the near future. Everyone is looking for a bright future, a healthy work environment, a good salary, and a job satisfaction, and I am pretty sure that your company provides those things.

Question 15. In this position, are you not overqualified?

Despite the perception that I am overqualified, I believe I am qualified for this position and have a lot more to learn because I am only a beginner. It is my opinion that qualifications are not only measured by theoretical knowledge or results; they are also measured by practical knowledge and learning. If I were to get hands-on experience, then I would consider myself not overqualified but just well qualified. There will never be an end to learning.

Question 16. Where would you like to work, and what company would you like to work for?

As a professional, I prefer to work for an organization that will allow me to utilize and develop my skills and abilities. I prefer jobs that give me self-satisfaction. There is no difference in location. As I am able to adapt to any new environment, I can work anywhere.

Alternatively,

Question 17. How would you describe your current career options?

Now that I have conducted a positive and efficient interview with your company, my career option is to be selected in your company. After practicing again for communication skills, I will reappear for the interview if selected and I will do my best in the interest of the organization if rejected.

Question 18. Is this an organization in which you would be an asset?

Employees are the company’s most important asset because the company’s growth is dependent on the employees’ hard work, smarts, and dedication to the company.

Question 19. In your spare time, what are your interests outside of work?

Sir/Madam, To be honest, my outside interests are anything an ordinary man would enjoy, but what matters to me is that I commit myself 100% to every activity I undertake.

Alternatively,

Among other things, I like to visit friends, listen to music, do a little shopping, go on a little road trip, and spend time with my family, among many other things.

Question 20. What if the company asked you to lie?

Dear Sir/Madam. In my opinion, lying is just a tool that helps us escape the current situation, but one day later we’ll have to deal with it, with even more consequences. Therefore, it’s better to deal with it today and find a solution. In the future, if my lie is beneficial to the company, I may tell a lie on condition that it does not affect thousands of people.

Question 21. In what ways have you been inspired in your life?

The reasons I am most inspired by challenges have to do with the fact that they make our lives more interesting because they prepare us for every step of our lives, whether we are students, adults, or elderly. When we want to reach the highest peak, we must accept challenges as a key to success.

Alternatively,

As I mentioned above, I am not going to speak about any great personalities, great freedom fighters, or anything like that. My mother is a very strong role model for me since she is very hardworking, she always thinks in a positive manner, and she always thinks about her family as well and she supports everyone in the family as well and she teaches whatever she knows to everyone and she is very respectful towards everyone. Whenever she talks to me, she always says your life should be filled with love and never hurt anyone in it. It is her constant advice that one should choose the right path and not go down the wrong path. Her advice is always to be confident in everything you do, no matter what you are doing.

Question 22. How did you make your toughest decision?

Hard decisions aren’t clear to me. When you are lazy, everything is hard.
You can do anything if you are crazy about it. My crazy level is beyond comprehension.

Question 23. Do you have any plans to start your own business?

As a fresher, I would not say that is the case. The first step to becoming a good businessman is to be a good employee. It is now my desire to be a good employee by improving my skills by taking some risks and by learning from my mistakes. Then, based on my interest, I will think about it further and make a decision.

Question 24. In your own words, what does success mean to you and how do you measure up to it?

There is no destination to success, it is a journey. The success of today will be measured by how much better it is than yesterday. Because success is a dimensionless concept, it cannot be measured.

Question 25. Do you think you would still be able to work if you won $10 million in the lottery?

My organization is a good fit for me, as I do not work only for money, but for the love of my job as well. My hard work earns me a salary that gives me inner peace, but I don’t get that from the lottery.

Question 26. How would you describe our company to me?

It has been a pleasure to learn more about your organization before attending this interview. Considering all the facts about our organization, I would like to express my opinion as follows:

The company is regarded as one of the best in the industry.

• Working environment & infrastructure are excellent.

• Payroll is handled well in our organization.

• All employees are provided with free medical care.

• Last but not least, every employee is an integral part of the organization’s success

Alternatively,

There is no need to be apprehensive in answering this question, just go through the company profile and frame a few good points about the company, the chairman and the MD of the company. A few things I would like to bring up are the current projects that the company is working on, as well as the company’s contribution to a particular sector. The best way to answer this question can be easily achieved if you keep these points in mind. I believe a good answer will reflect the fact that you are indeed interested in the particular company that you have asked about.

Question 27. What is your expected salary?

A candidate’s salary depends on their experience. As a fresher, I am looking for a job that will improve my skills and knowledge. My economic needs will be met by the salary I receive.

Question 28. In five years, where would you like to be?

The same question is coming to mind as I sit comfortably in your chair.

Question 29. How would you rate me as an interviewer on a scale of one to ten?

The fact that I am a fresher and I don’t think I can give you a rating because this is part of the interview. I have your question as part of the interview. I will give you a rating of 9 out of 10, 8 because you are friendly and comforting, and 1 because you were honest in asking such a question to someone who is not as experienced and qualified as you and I deducted 1 since no one is perfect. It is a pleasure to work with you.

Question 30. Is there anything you would like to ask me?

Thanks so much for giving me the opportunity to be part of this project. Which qualities do you think a new employee should / must possess in order to be successful at the company? Could you tell me what qualities I have developed from that experience? Would you be so kind as to give me any advice or suggestions you may have on this matter, sir?

I wish you the best of luck in your interview