Exide Industries

1. Application and resume screening

Candidates typically apply through campus placement, Jobaaj, or Exide's careers page, and recruiters shortlist profiles based on relevant engineering or functional experience, along with academic performance for fresher roles.

2. Aptitude or technical written test

Candidates typically take a written test covering quantitative aptitude, reasoning, and core engineering or domain concepts relevant to the role, usually conducted on campus or at a designated centre.

3. Group discussion (for select fresher roles)

Campus candidates may be evaluated in a group discussion on an industry or general topic to assess communication and analytical thinking alongside how they behave in a group setting.

4. Technical interview

A senior engineer or functional head assesses domain knowledge such as battery chemistry, production processes, or quality systems, depending on the role, often referring back to academic projects or prior work experience.

5. HR interview and offer

The final round covers compensation, location, and joining timelines, along with willingness to work at a specific plant, before an offer letter is issued.

Exide Industries' interview process typically has four rounds for most engineering and manufacturing roles, usually completed within two to three weeks from the written test to the final offer.

Round 1: Aptitude or technical written test

A 45-60 minute test typically covers quantitative aptitude, reasoning, and core engineering concepts relevant to the role applied for, conducted either on campus or online.

• Basic mechanical or electrical engineering fundamentals
• Numerical and logical reasoning problems
• General awareness of the manufacturing and energy-storage sector

Round 2: Group discussion (fresher hiring)

A 15-20 minute group discussion assesses communication, clarity of thought, and how candidates engage with differing viewpoints in a small group setting.

• General industry or manufacturing-sector topics
• Teamwork and structured argument building
• Handling disagreement respectfully within a time limit

Round 3: Technical interview

A 30-45 minute discussion with a senior engineer covers domain knowledge relevant to battery manufacturing, often including a walkthrough of a final-year project or prior work assignment.

• Basics of lead-acid battery chemistry and production
• Quality control and safety practices on a shop floor
• Preventive maintenance concepts for production equipment

Round 4: HR interview

The final round covers compensation, location, and joining formalities, typically lasting 20-30 minutes with an HR representative.

• Willingness to work at a plant location
• Salary expectations and current notice period
• Long-term interest in manufacturing and engineering