Futures First Research Analyst interview experience

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BengaluruPosted Oct 2023 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I interviewed for the Research Analyst role in a multi-stage campus drive where the difficulty stayed average, but the rounds became progressively more about speed, risk/decision-making, and basic market/trading knowledge over ~3–4 days.

Aptitude test (shortlisting) — A timed round of many quant/aptitude questions; performance determined whether I moved on.
Gaming / buzzer / fastest-finger group test — Puzzle or aptitude questions on-screen with scoring; in some versions, quick “raise first” mechanics or negative marking were used.
Technical interview: trading/market basics — Questions about trading, stock/FX basics, and quick logical/mental math.
HR interview / HR + senior — Behavioral and fit questions, with emphasis on confidence, decision-making, and willingness to answer even when

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