When Accenture visited our campus as part of a pool campus recruitment drive, most of us assumed it would follow the familiar pattern we had heard about for years. The process turned out to be very different. This post breaks down my experience round by round, focusing on what was tested and what actually mattered.
Pre-Placement Overview
This was a pool campus recruitment drive with multiple entry-level roles open. The entire process was elimination-based, meaning every round decided whether you moved forward.
All the early rounds were conducted offline in our college labs, while later stages were spaced out over a few weeks. Results were not immediate, so patience was required throughout the process.
Important Registration Requirement (Do Not Ignore This)
Accenture was extremely strict about identity verification.
A PAN card with a photo was mandatory during registration. No other ID proof was accepted. PAN cards issued when the candidate was a minor were not considered valid, and submitting one led to direct rejection.
This was not a technical or performance-based filter, yet several students were eliminated because of it. If you are applying, make sure your PAN card is issued after you turned 18.
What We Prepared For vs What Actually Happened
What Most Students Expected
Based on previous years, most preparation focused on:
- Quantitative aptitude
- Logical reasoning
- English
- Pseudocode
- MS Office basics
- Some cloud or networking fundamentals
This was the pattern everyone was comfortable with.
What Actually Happened
Aptitude and logical reasoning were no longer the main focus. Instead, the process tested behavioural traits, conceptual understanding, and how well you could apply fundamentals in real scenarios.
Overall Timeline of the Process
- Rounds 1, 2, and 3 were conducted on the same day, offline
- The communication round happened around 2–3 weeks later
- Interview selection mail came roughly 10 days after that
- Final results were shared about a month after the interview
The long gaps between rounds made the process mentally challenging, but that seemed intentional.
Round 1: Psychometric and Gamified Assessment
The first round consisted of two parts.
The psychometric section focused on personality and situational judgement. There was no strict time pressure. The questions were designed to understand how you think and react rather than how fast you answer. Honesty mattered more than strategy here.
The second part was a gamified assessment that tested concentration and logical thinking. The games included:
- A math-based bubble game where equations had to be selected in order
- A grid or maze-style pathfinding task
- A key-collection and destination game
None of these required special preparation. Staying calm and focused helped more than trying to rush.
Round 2: Technical Assessment (Major Change from Old Pattern)
This round was the biggest shift from the traditional Accenture process.
What Was Not Asked
- Quantitative aptitude
- Logical reasoning
- English
These sections were completely absent.
What Was Asked
The questions went deep into concepts rather than surface-level facts. Topics included:
- Pseudocode
- MS Office (practical and scenario-based)
- Cloud computing
- Computer networks
- Cybersecurity
In addition to this, there were questions from:
- Python OOPs
- Java OOPs
- JavaScript frontend fundamentals
Most questions were scenario-based, testing whether you actually understood the concepts and could apply them logically.
Round 3: Coding Assessment (Same Day, Offline)
The third round was conducted on the same day in college labs.
It covered both frontend and backend basics:
- HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- SQL
- Python DSA
The problems were not overly complex. Writing correct and working solutions mattered more than optimisation or advanced techniques.
Round 4: Communication Round
This round took place a couple of weeks later. You don’t have to prepare anything specifically for this.
It focused on:
- Spoken English
- Confidence
- Clarity of thought
The interaction was simple and conversational. It wasn’t about using fancy language, but about expressing ideas clearly and comfortably.
Round 5: Technical and HR Interview
After the communication round, interview shortlists were released.
The interview lasted around 20 minutes and included both technical and HR-style questions. Topics discussed included:
- Self-introduction
- Final year project
- Internship experience and learnings
- Strengths and weaknesses
- Short-term and long-term goals
- Why Accenture
- Handling conflicts in a team
- Difficult or least favourite subjects
- A challenging situation and how I handled it
The interviewers were calm and attentive. They focused more on thought process, clarity, and honesty rather than expecting perfect answers.
Final Outcome and Reflection
The final result was shared about a month after the interview and i got selected for the Advanced Associate System Engineer Role(AASE). Regardless of outcomes, going through such a detailed and evolving process was a strong learning experience and a confidence booster.
All the best for everyone who is preparing for Accenture!
Feel free to mail me if you have any doubts.
Thank You.