Steps in interview process

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Abhijeet S
Steps in interview process:


Interview is an art. It demands a positive frame of mind on part of the interviewers. Interviewers must be treated properly so as to leave a good impression about the company in their minds. HR experts have identified certain steps to be followed while conducting interviews:



PREPARATION:

Establishing the objective of the interview

Receiving the candidates application and resume


Keeping tests score ready, along with interview assessment forms


Selecting the interview method to be followed


Choosing the panel of experts who would interview the candidates


Identifying proper room for environment


RECEPTION:

The candidate should be properly received and led into the interview room. Start the interview on time.



INFORMATION EXCHANGE:


State the purpose of the interview, how the qualifications are going to be matched with skills needed to handle the job.
Begin with open ended questions where the candidate gets enough freedom to express himself.


Focus on the applicant’s education, training, work experience, etc.

Find unexplained gaps in applicants past work or college record and elicit facts that are not mentioned in the resume.


EVALUATION:

Evaluation is done on basis of answers and justification given by the applicant in the interview.




PHYSICAL EXAMINATION:
After the selection decision and before the job offer is made, the candidate is required to undergo a physical fitness test. A job offer is often contingent upon the candidate being declared fit after the physical examination.



MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
Certain jobs require physical qualities like clear vision, perfect hearing, unusual stamina, tolerance of hard working conditions, clear tone, etc. Medical examination reveals whether or not a candidate possesses these qualities.
 
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