This page contains KPMG placement papers from 2024 with previous year online assessment questions, solutions, and exam patterns.
2024 Pattern
The 2024 KPMG assessment focused on aptitude mastery, analytical thinking, and communication skills. Online assessment included Aptitude, Group Discussion, and Technical sections.
Section Questions Time Difficulty Focus Areas Aptitude 20-25 40 min Medium Quantitative, logical, verbal Group Discussion 1 topic 20-30 min Medium Current affairs, business topics Technical 10-15 20 min Medium Domain knowledge (for tech roles)
Total : 30-40 questions + GD, 60-90 minutes
Platform : KPMG assessment platform
Success Rate : ~25-30% cleared assessment and advanced to interviews
Q1: A number is increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. Find the net percentage change. Solution :
Let original = 100
After 20% increase: 120
After 20% decrease: 96
Net change = 4% decrease
Answer : 4% decrease
Aptitude Section is Critical : Must perform well in quantitative, logical, and verbal reasoning
Group Discussion : Strong emphasis on communication skills and current affairs knowledge
Time Management : 20-25 aptitude questions in 40 minutes + 10-15 technical in 20 minutes + GD in 20-30 minutes
Success Rate : Only 25-30% cleared assessment and advanced to interviews
Platform : KPMG assessment platform
Focus Areas : Quantitative reasoning, logical reasoning, communication, analytical thinking
Based on candidate experiences from 2024 KPMG interviews:
2024 Interview Process:
Online Assessment (60-90 minutes) : Aptitude (20-25 questions) + Technical (10-15 questions) + Group Discussion (1 topic)
Technical Interview (45-60 minutes) : Domain knowledge, problem-solving, analytical thinking
HR Interview (30-45 minutes) : Behavioral questions, company fit, motivation
Common 2024 Interview Topics:
Aptitude : Quantitative reasoning, logical reasoning, verbal reasoning
Group Discussion : Current affairs, business topics, case discussions
Technical : Domain knowledge (for tech roles), analytical thinking
Behavioral : Problem-solving approach, teamwork, leadership, communication
2024 Interview Questions Examples:
Group Discussion Topics:
Current affairs and business topics
Case studies and business scenarios
Industry trends and market analysis
Behavioral Questions:
“Describe a time you took initiative in a team.”
“Tell me about a time you dealt with failure.”
“How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple projects?”
“Describe a leadership experience.”
“How do you handle conflict in a team?”
“Why KPMG?”
Case Study Questions:
“When a firm has a market share of 50% in Germany and 30% in Europe, what is the market share of the firm in Europe without Germany?”
“You are given 100 million Euro to set up your own bank. Which customer segment would you focus on, and which strategy would you use for that?”
Business problem-solving scenarios
Success Tips:
Strong aptitude performance is essential - practice quantitative and logical reasoning
Master group discussion skills - communication, current affairs knowledge
Prepare behavioral examples using STAR format
Practice group discussions on current affairs and business topics
Understand KPMG’s business model and service offerings
Develop analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
For detailed interview experiences, visit KPMG Interview Experience page.
Master Aptitude : Focus on quantitative, logical, and verbal reasoning - practice regularly
Group Discussion Practice : Practice GD on current affairs and business topics - communication is key
Practice Previous Year Papers : Solve KPMG assessment papers from 2020-2024 to understand patterns
Time Management : Practice completing 20-25 aptitude questions in 40 minutes
Technical Preparation : For tech roles, practice domain knowledge and problem-solving
Current Affairs : Stay updated on current affairs and business news
Business Knowledge : Understand consulting industry, business models, market trends
Behavioral Preparation : Prepare examples using STAR format - leadership, teamwork, problem-solving
Mock Tests : Take timed practice tests to improve speed and accuracy
Analytical Thinking : Develop structured problem-solving and analytical thinking skills
Communication Skills : Practice articulating thoughts clearly and concisely
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