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HCLTech Data Analyst Interview Questions

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SQL & Data ManipulationStart here. 13 questions + 3 drills · ~134 min
Analyze Large Dataset Trends in SQLEasy

Explain how SQL replaces Excel for trend analysis on 100,000+ rows using aggregation, date grouping, and filtering.

PivotData WranglingAggregationsHCLTech
SQL vs Excel for Large DatasetsEasy

Explain how SQL handles large dataset analysis more efficiently than Excel, including filtering, aggregation, and repeatable workflows.

PivotData WranglingAggregationsHCLTech
Pivot Reports in SQLEasy

Explain how Excel-style pivot tables, aggregations, and financial calculations translate into SQL reporting workflows.

Data WranglingCase WhenAggregationsHCLTech
Streamline Reporting with SQL PivotingEasy

Explain how SQL replaces pivot tables and spreadsheet lookups to build repeatable reporting workflows.

PivotJoinsData WranglingHCLTech
SQL Second Highest SalaryMedium
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Find all active HCLTech employees earning the second-highest distinct salary using a CTE, join, and DENSE_RANK.

sql queriesAggregationsHCLTech
Second Highest Trader SalaryEasy
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Find the second highest distinct salary from a single table using basic PostgreSQL ordering and limiting.

SubqueriesRankingSortingeClinicalWorksInformaticaSpectraforce Technologies
Second Highest Without AggregatesMedium
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Find the second highest salary in each department without using aggregate functions.

SubqueriesRankingSelf-JoinsCredit GenieDevoteamCisco Restaurant + Bar
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Metrics12 questions · ~96 min
Using Dashboards to Read KPIsEasy

Explain how visualization tools help analysts track KPIs, spot patterns, and support decisions.

KPIsData WranglingDiagnosisHCLTech
Data Center Health KPIsMedium

Tests your ability to select relevant KPIs for operational monitoring and reliability.

KPIsLeading IndicatorsDiagnosisHCLTech
Track Operational Performance Over TimeMedium

Tests your ability to design reporting that supports trend analysis and continuous improvement.

KPIsLeading IndicatorsDiagnosisHCLTech
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Behavioral & Leadership5 questions · ~40 min
Translating Data Into RequirementsEasy

Tests how you translate raw data into actionable business requirements through structured communication, stakeholder alignment, and data-driven judgment.

Communicationtechnical experiencerequirementsHCLTech
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