Is HireStepX free to use?

Yes. Start with 2 full AI mock interviews, complete with real-time feedback, scores, and detailed performance reports. No credit card required.

How does the AI mock interview work?

Upload your resume, pick your target company and role, and choose from 10 interview types. The AI interviewer asks role-specific questions via voice, listens to your answers, asks follow-up questions, and delivers scored feedback after each session.

What types of interviews can I practice?

10 types: Behavioral, Technical, Strategic, Case Study, Campus Placement, HR Round, Panel, Management, Salary Negotiation, and Government/PSU. Each with 3 difficulty levels and mini or full session options.

Can I practice for specific companies like TCS, Infosys, or Google?

Yes. We support 200+ target companies including Google, Amazon, TCS, Infosys, Flipkart, Razorpay, McKinsey, Deloitte, and more, each with distinct interview patterns.

How is this different from ChatGPT or practicing with friends?

ChatGPT is text-only with no voice, no scoring, no resume integration, and no progress tracking. HireStepX is a purpose-built interview simulator: voice-based, resume-personalized, with detailed analytics.

Is my interview data private and secure?

Yes. Data is encrypted via Supabase with row-level security. Recordings and transcripts are never shared with employers or third parties. Delete everything anytime from Settings.

Does HireStepX work on mobile?

Yes, on any modern browser. For the best experience during mock interviews, use a laptop or desktop with a microphone.

How much does it cost compared to a career coach?

A single coaching session typically costs ₹3,000-10,000. HireStepX is ₹9 per session or ₹39/month for 5 sessions (Sprint Pack) with full AI coaching and analytics, available 24/7.

What is the recruitment process at Upstox?

The typical Upstox recruitment process has 5 stages: Apply on Upstox careers site or through a referral → Recruiter screening call (15 minutes) → Online coding test or take-home assignment → Two to three technical interview rounds → HR round and offer rollout.

What are the interview rounds at Upstox?

Upstox typically conducts 4 interview rounds: Round 1 - Online Assessment (60-90 min): Two to three DSA problems focused on data structures, sorting, and graph traversal.; Round 2 - Technical Interview (60 min): Live problem solving plus discussion of past projects and backend architecture choices.; Round 3 - Design Round (45-60 min): Low-level design for components like an order management module or notification service.; Round 4 - HR Discussion (30 min): Motivation, career goals, compensation, and culture alignment..

What framework should I use for Upstox technical interviews?

HireStepX recommends the CRAFT framework for this type of interview: Clarify constraints, Reason through data structures, Articulate complexity, Fix edge cases, Test with examples