The process started with an online application, followed by a screening test on chemical engineering basics like thermodynamics and heat transfer. Shortlisted candidates attended a face-to-face technical interview at the Mangalore plant, including a plant tour and panel discussion with department heads on fertilizer production processes such as ammonia and urea operations. It lasted about a day, emphasizing practical knowledge and willingness to work in a chemical plant environment. Total length: About a day or two.