I applied through college or university. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at HCLTech in Jan 2014
Interview
Shortlisting of resume, Group discussion is important, important to get noticed, then first round of interview for technical side and overall experience , be sure to be confiedent, then the last part is HR interview. Make sure you negotiate well
I applied online. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at HCLTech (Noida) in Feb 2014
Interview
The panel was focused and had list questions to ask. Had some 12 questions and I answered 10 question and moved me to second round. Second was easy with some formal questions
The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at HCLTech (Noida) in Oct 2013
Interview
it was quick process, as the requirement was urgent, first round was technical telephonic , second round was face to face and it was technical cum managerial , then Salary negotiation over phone . i had two or three telephonic discussion over phone for salary and designation .
Try to join at before start of new quarter , it will help in appraisal cycle