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Cisco Interview Experience - Real Stories from Successful Candidates

Read authentic Cisco placement interview experiences from candidates who successfully cleared Cisco OA and interview rounds.

Learn from real Cisco interview experiences shared by candidates who successfully cleared the Cisco placement process.

Interview Experience 1: Software Engineer Role (2024)

Section titled “Interview Experience 1: Software Engineer Role (2024)”

Candidate Background: B.Tech CS, 7.8 CGPA

OA Experience:

  • Solved 2 out of 3 problems completely
  • Advanced to interviews

Technical Interview 1 (60 minutes):

  • Coding question: Network delay time (solved optimally)
  • Networking concepts: OSI model, TCP/IP
  • Discussion on projects

Technical Interview 2 (60 minutes):

  • Coding question: Graph traversal problems
  • System design: Network architecture
  • Project deep dive

HR Interview (30 minutes):

  • Why Cisco?
  • Career goals
  • Teamwork examples

Result: Selected for Software Engineer role, ₹25 LPA

Tips: Focus on networking concepts, explain approach clearly, demonstrate Cisco values.


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