IndiGo Airlines Interview Experience | AOCS | Almost stumped by a question ! 😳 | English

Summary

Monish Ronald shares his interview experience with IndiGo Airlines for the position of ground staff. He describes the detailed process, starting from arriving early, waiting, and submitting resumes, to participating in group discussions and a personal interview. He provides helpful insights on how to prepare, the importance of communication skills, and tips for male candidates regarding grooming standards. Monish also warns viewers about fraudsters posing as IndiGo recruiters and emphasizes that the airline does not charge for interviews or training. Ultimately, he shares his passion for aviation and his goal of becoming a pilot.

Takeaways

• 🕗 The interview for Indigo Airlines' ground staff position was scheduled for 9:30 AM, but candidates arrived much earlier, starting around 8:45 AM.
• 🚫 No prior aviation diploma or college degree is needed to apply for the ground staff position at Indigo, as the airline provides the necessary training.
• 🌐 Applying online at the Indigo website is optional; walk-ins are accepted without needing an application number.
• 👥 The interview process included a group discussion phase, where candidates were grouped in sets of 31, and each discussion lasted about one hour.
• ✂️ Candidates were evaluated on their physical presentation; boys with beards were asked to shave or come back for another session, except for Muslim boys during Ramadan who were exempted.
• 🔍 The HR reviewed resumes for candidates who had applied within the six-month cooling-off period, which took about 1.5 hours.
• 📱 The topic for the group discussion was 'Smartphones, their advantages and disadvantages, and how they have improved in India'.
• 🇮🇳 Strong communication skills in English were required during the interview, and speaking in regional languages like Tamil was discouraged.
• 📅 The process took all day, with candidates waiting until as late as 7:45 PM for their interviews, despite the original schedule indicating an earlier finish.
• ✈️ Monish, the speaker, ultimately declined the job offer to pursue his goal of becoming a pilot, even though he received positive feedback during the interview process.

Q & A

What time was the interview scheduled to start, and when did Monish Ronald arrive?

The interview was scheduled to start at 9:30 AM, but Monish arrived early at 8:45 AM.

Did Monish have any prior aviation experience or qualifications?

No, Monish did not have any prior aviation experience or qualifications, such as an aviation diploma. He mentioned that airlines like IndiGo provide training, so he decided to give the interview a try.

What advice does Monish give about fake job offers related to IndiGo?

Monish advises that people should be cautious of fake job offers. IndiGo does not charge any money for interviews, hotel services, or training. He warns viewers to avoid imposters pretending to be from IndiGo.

What happened to candidates with beards during the interview process?

Candidates with beards were asked to either leave and return after shaving or shave immediately and rejoin the process. However, Muslim candidates were allowed to keep their beards if they provided a valid explanation, especially during Ramadan.

How did Monish describe his group discussion (GD) experience?

Monish initially disliked group discussions due to their aggressive nature in college but found the Indigo GD to be calm. Candidates were respectful, and the HR ensured everyone had an equal chance to speak. The topic for the GD was 'Smartphones: Advantages, Disadvantages, and Their Improvement in India.'

What strategy did the HR use to identify selected candidates during the group discussion?

The HR asked selected candidates for their passport issue date and date of birth. Monish noticed that this was a sign of being shortlisted.

Why did Monish think he wasn't selected initially after the group discussion?

After the group discussion, the HR called out the names of selected candidates, but Monish's name was not mentioned. As he was leaving, the HR stopped him, explaining that his name was mistakenly not called and that he was indeed selected.

What was the topic of Monish's final round of the interview, and what mistake did he make?

During the final interview, Monish was asked to describe an incident where a hijack happened due to a security flaw. He mentioned Air India flight IC 872, but the correct flight number was IC 814. The HR corrected him but appreciated his knowledge and effort.

What was Monish's final decision after receiving the job offer from IndiGo?

Monish decided not to take the job offer despite clearing the interview. He was still an undergraduate and felt pressured to pursue further education (post-graduation) rather than accepting the job.

What advice does Monish offer to candidates aspiring to join IndiGo as ground staff?

Monish encourages candidates to attend walk-in interviews, avoid falling for fake job offers, and be prepared for group discussions. He also emphasizes the importance of good communication skills in English and advises against attending interviews with a beard unless it’s for religious reasons.