Crack Persistent Systems' PESSAT — aptitude, technical, and coding rounds with a 3-week preparation plan.
Persistent Systems is a mid-size IT company known for strong engineering culture and better compensation than traditional IT service firms (TCS, Wipro). They focus on software product engineering and work with ISVs (Independent Software Vendors) globally. Freshers get real product development exposure early in their careers.
Tip: Persistent aptitude is slightly harder than TCS/Wipro. DI and Probability questions need focused practice.
Tip: C and Java output questions are very common. Practice pointer-based C questions and Java OOP outputs daily.
Tip: Persistent expects complete, working solutions. Test with 3–4 edge cases before submitting. Python is easiest — use it if you're comfortable.
Tip: Persistent values both technical depth and communication. Walk through your code clearly and explain the algorithm before writing.
Aptitude + OOP
25 aptitude Qs/day (focus on DI, Probability), OOP MCQs in Java/Python (15/day)
DS + Algorithms
Arrays, Trees, Sorting — 3 problems/day; trace recursive code daily
Coding + Mock Tests
2 PESSAT-style coding problems/day, 2 full mock tests, interview prep
Aptitude, coding, and technical MCQs modeled on Persistent Systems' PESSAT — free on TomoLink.
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