Deloitte Interview Process for a Consultant role (India-focused, but largely global)—based on how Deloitte typically hires for Consulting / Risk / Tech / Strategy tracks.
1️⃣ Application & Resume Shortlisting
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Online application via Deloitte Careers / LinkedIn / Referral
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Resume is screened for:
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Relevant domain experience (tech, analytics, consulting, finance, etc.)
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Problem-solving exposure
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Brand signals (C-DAC, competitions, strong projects — this helps 👀)
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👉 Tip: Deloitte prefers impact-driven resumes (metrics, outcomes, leadership).
2️⃣ Online Assessment (OA) / Aptitude Test (sometimes skipped for experienced roles)
Duration: ~60–90 mins
Sections may include:
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Quantitative aptitude
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Logical reasoning
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Verbal ability
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Basic business judgment / situational questions
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For Tech Consultant roles:
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MCQs on Python, SQL, OOPs, Cloud, Data, etc.
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👉 Elimination round
3️⃣ Technical / Functional Interview (Round 1)
Interviewer: Senior Consultant / Manager
Focus depends on role:
🔹 For Tech / Analytics Consultant
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Python / SQL / Data Structures
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System design basics
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ML / Analytics concepts (if relevant)
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Project deep dive (very important)
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Scenario-based questions
“How would you design X for a client?”
🔹 For Business / Strategy / Risk Consultant
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Case-based questions
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Process improvement scenarios
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Risk assessment / compliance understanding
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Excel / PowerPoint thinking
👉 Key expectation:
“Can you solve client problems, not just code?”
4️⃣ Case Study / Managerial Interview (Round 2)
This is the most important round
You may get:
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Live case discussion
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Take-home case + presentation
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Whiteboard problem solving
They evaluate:
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Structured thinking (MECE)
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Communication clarity
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Client-facing maturity
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Decision-making under ambiguity
Example:
“A client’s system is failing—what’s your approach in 30/60/90 days?”
5️⃣ Partner / Director Round (Final)
Less technical, more strategic
Focus areas:
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Cultural fit
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Leadership mindset
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Ethics & professionalism
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Why Deloitte?
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Long-term vision
Typical questions:
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“Tell me about a failure”
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“How do you handle client conflict?”
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“Why consulting, not pure tech?”
👉 This round decides hire vs no-hire
6️⃣ HR / Compensation Discussion
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Role & level confirmation (Consultant / Senior Consultant)
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CTC discussion
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Location & joining timeline
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Background verification process
🧠 What Deloitte REALLY Looks For
✔ Structured problem solving
✔ Clear communication
✔ Client empathy
✔ Ownership mindset
✔ Learning agility
Not just skills — consulting behavior.
🎯 Preparation Strategy (Important)
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Master your projects end-to-end
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Practice case interviews
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Prepare STAR stories (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
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Be strong in “Why Deloitte?”
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For tech roles: balance depth + business impact