I applied through university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Indian Institute of Science (Bengaluru) in Jul 2016
Interview
tough, straightforward technical questions, Questions like -future aspirations and reasons to join.
Semiconductor-related questions ;
The aim in future and why science?
How can IISC help in fulfilling long term goal?
Asked to finish one assignment , one cover letter, and presentations.
I interviewed at Indian Institute of Science (Bangalore Rural)
Interview
It was a straightforward question about the projects I worked on. I explained dhow my project is aligned to professor work and how I would contribute for the advertised project using my transferable skills
It was an informal session. I was late for the session but they were not angry, just asked why was I late?
I was asked about my interests, future plans? Why this lab? Why this field? My skills and other relevant things.
Good it was very lengthy with multiple questions on science fundamental and control engineering
It lasted for 2 hrs with quantitative analysis and design of the control system
It was very nice and helpful to know about the project and the best way to get the latest understanding of the control system