I applied through college or university. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Accenture (Noida) in Mar 2011
Interview
Aptitude test
2 Months Headstart Foundation Programme (HSFPA)
Generic interview
Dont really need to prepare a lot - if you are a lateral hire they will ask you very generic questions related to the project/role you are being hired for.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Very generic interview
Asked me my name,what i like,what my goals are - that was it
The process was 1 online assessment and 1 group interview with 3 panelists. They asked both technical and soft skills questions. Each interviewer asked different questions. The total interview was less than 30 mins.
Interview was nice but it was much technical heavy and the interviewer had asked both the technical and HR related questions and also some general knowledge and current affairs questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about your college projects and what is your and other team members role in the project
After assessment, Interview is Initial screening only, nothing technical. Consists of common questions so you should practice. I think most candidates get the job. Overall a good experience and would recommend to others.