Top Interview Questions and How to Answer Them — What Employers Expect (Via Recruit-G)

 At Recruit-G, we don’t offer coaching or training. We’re a pure job listing platform, connecting job seekers with real openings across India. However, as employers posting on Recruit-G, we often notice that many candidates come to interviews unprepared — even for the most common questions.

So, while Recruit-G doesn’t provide career advice, we’re sharing this insight directly from hiring managers who use our platform. If you are applying through Recruit-G, here is what real employers are thinking when they ask certain interview questions and what they hope to hear in return.

1. Tell me about yourself

What we like to hear:

A summary of your professional background. Focus on your relevant experience, not life story.

Tip:

Talk about your last few roles, your key skills. Why you are interested in this job.

2. Why Do You Want to Work Here?

What we like to hear:

That you know something about our company and see a real reason to be part of it.

Tip:

Show that you have read up on the company, mention projects, culture or values that matter to you.

3. What Are Your Strengths and Weaknesses?

What we like to hear:

Honestly. No need to act perfect. We are looking for self awareness and growth.

Tip:

Mention a real strength related to the job. For weaknesses show how you are working to improve.

4. Tell Me About a Work Challenge You Handled

What we like to hear:

How you think, act under pressure and solve problems.

Tip:

Use real examples. Be clear about the situation, your actions and the result.

5. Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?

What we like to hear:

Professional answers. Avoid blaming past employers.

Tip:

Focus on career growth, skill development or seeking a better role fit.

6. Where do you like to see Yourself in 5 Years?

What we like to hear:

That you are thinking long term and have ambition but you are also grounded.

Tip:

Link your career goals to what the company offers without sounding scripted.

7. Do You Have Any Questions for Us?

What We Want to Hear:

Yes! The best candidates ask questions too — it shows you’re serious.

Tip:

Ask about the team, goals or expectations. Avoid talking about salary in the first round.

Final Word from Employers on Recruit-G

We use Recruit-G to find genuine, job-ready candidates — not perfect ones, but prepared ones. When you apply through this platform, remember: we’re not expecting coaching-level answers. We’re looking for honesty, clarity, and interest.

Recruit-G gives you access to real jobs. The rest — like interview prep — is in your hands. Use it wisely, and you’ll stand out to employers like us.