Visa Placement Papers 2026

Last Updated: March 2026

Company Overview

Visa is a global payments technology company that connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments to fast, secure, and reliable electronic payments. Operating in over 200 countries, Visa enables digital payments across various platforms and devices.

Selection Process

Stage	Description	Duration
Online Assessment	Aptitude, Coding, Technical MCQ	120 minutes
Technical Interview 1	CS fundamentals, Coding	45 minutes
Technical Interview 2	System Design, Projects	45 minutes
HR Interview	Behavioral, Culture fit	30 minutes

Eligibility:

65% in 10th, 12th, Graduation
No active backlogs
CS/IT/MCA preferred

Exam Pattern

Section	Questions	Time	Topics
Aptitude	30	40 min	Quant, Logical, Verbal
Technical MCQ	20	20 min	CS, Networking, DBMS
Coding	3	60 min	Algorithms, DS

Aptitude Questions

1. A person travels at 40 km/hr and returns at 60 km/hr. Find average speed.

Solution: Average speed = 2xy/(x+y) = 2×40×60/(40+60) = 4800/100 = 48 km/hr

2. Find next term: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, ?

Solution: Fibonacci sequence: Each term is sum of previous two. Next = 5 + 8 = 13

3. If 12 men earn ₹240 in 4 days, how much will 8 men earn in 6 days?

Solution: 1 man in 1 day = 240/(12×4) = ₹5 8 men in 6 days = 5 × 8 × 6 = ₹240

4. Area of circle is 154 sq.cm. Find circumference.

Solution: πr² = 154 → r² = 154×7/22 = 49 → r = 7 Circumference = 2πr = 2×22/7×7 = 44 cm

5. CP of 40 articles equals SP of 32 articles. Find profit%.

Solution: 40×CP = 32×SP → SP/CP = 40/32 = 5/4 Profit = 5-4 = 1 Profit% = 1/4 × 100 = 25%

6. In what ratio should water be mixed with milk to gain 20% by selling at CP?

Solution: Let CP of 1L milk = ₹1 SP of 1L mixture = ₹1 (at CP) Gain = 20% on cost of mixture CP of mixture = 1/1.2 = 5/6 Water:Milk = (1-5/6):5/6 = 1/6:5/6 = 1:5

7. A sum doubles in 5 years at SI. How long to become 8 times?

Solution: If doubles in 5 years, rate = 20% To become 8 times: 7 times interest needed Time = 7×5 = 35 years

8. A boat goes 12 km upstream in 3 hours and 18 km downstream in 3 hours. Find stream speed.

Solution: Upstream speed = 12/3 = 4 km/hr Downstream speed = 18/3 = 6 km/hr Stream speed = (6-4)/2 = 1 km/hr

9. LCM of two numbers is 180, HCF is 15. One number is 45. Find other.

Solution: Product = LCM × HCF = 180 × 15 = 2700 Other number = 2700/45 = 60

10. How many 3-digit numbers are divisible by 7?

Solution: First = 105, Last = 994 Number of terms = (994-105)/7 + 1 = 889/7 + 1 = 127 + 1 = 128

Technical Questions

1. Difference between TCP and UDP

TCP: Connection-oriented, reliable, ordered, slower
UDP: Connectionless, unreliable, unordered, faster

2. What is REST API?

3. SQL query to find duplicate rows

SELECT column1, column2, COUNT(*)
FROM table
GROUP BY column1, column2
HAVING COUNT(*) > 1;

4. What is encapsulation?

5. Difference between process and thread

6. What is indexing in databases?

7. What is a deadlock?

8. Difference between GET and POST

GET: Parameters in URL, limited size, idempotent, for retrieval
POST: Parameters in body, larger size, not idempotent, for creation

9. What is garbage collection?

10. What is the time complexity of binary search?

Coding Questions

1. Check if a string is a valid palindrome (ignoring non-alphanumeric).

def is_palindrome(s):
    left, right = 0, len(s) - 1
    
    while left < right:
        while left < right and not s[left].isalnum():
            left += 1
        while left < right and not s[right].isalnum():
            right -= 1
        
        if s[left].lower() != s[right].lower():
            return False
        
        left += 1
        right -= 1
    
    return True

# Test
print(is_palindrome("A man, a plan, a canal: Panama"))  # True

2. Merge two sorted arrays without extra space.

def merge_sorted_arrays(nums1, m, nums2, n):
    """
    nums1 has size m+n, first m elements are valid
    """
    # Start from end
    i, j, k = m - 1, n - 1, m + n - 1
    
    while j >= 0:
        if i >= 0 and nums1[i] > nums2[j]:
            nums1[k] = nums1[i]
            i -= 1
        else:
            nums1[k] = nums2[j]
            j -= 1
        k -= 1
    
    return nums1

# Test
nums1 = [1, 2, 3, 0, 0, 0]
nums2 = [2, 5, 6]
print(merge_sorted_arrays(nums1, 3, nums2, 3))  # [1, 2, 2, 3, 5, 6]

3. Find the intersection of two arrays.

def intersection(nums1, nums2):
    return list(set(nums1) & set(nums2))

# With counts
def intersection_with_counts(nums1, nums2):
    from collections import Counter
    count1 = Counter(nums1)
    count2 = Counter(nums2)
    result = []
    
    for num in count1:
        if num in count2:
            result.extend([num] * min(count1[num], count2[num]))
    
    return result

# Test
print(intersection([1, 2, 2, 1], [2, 2]))  # [2]
print(intersection_with_counts([1, 2, 2, 1], [2, 2]))  # [2, 2]

4. Move all zeros to end of array.

def move_zeros(nums):
    non_zero = 0
    
    for i in range(len(nums)):
        if nums[i] != 0:
            nums[non_zero] = nums[i]
            non_zero += 1
    
    for i in range(non_zero, len(nums)):
        nums[i] = 0
    
    return nums

# Test
print(move_zeros([0, 1, 0, 3, 12]))  # [1, 3, 12, 0, 0]

5. Find first non-repeating character.

def first_unique_char(s):
    from collections import Counter
    count = Counter(s)
    
    for i, char in enumerate(s):
        if count[char] == 1:
            return i
    
    return -1

# Test
print(first_unique_char("leetcode"))      # 0
print(first_unique_char("loveleetcode"))  # 2

Interview Tips

Focus on problem-solving approach
Practice array and string manipulation
Understand payment processing basics
Prepare for system design discussions
Research Visa's technology initiatives
Practice coding under time pressure

Best of luck with your Visa placement!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Visa placement process for 2026 (stages and interview rounds)?

Visa’s 2026 placement process typically includes an online aptitude/technical assessment followed by technical interviews and then HR rounds. Some roles may also include coding rounds or case-based discussions depending on the team (engineering, product, analytics, or operations). Shortlisted candidates are contacted after each stage based on performance and role-specific requirements.

What is the expected salary range for Visa placements in 2026?

Visa compensation varies by role, location, and candidate profile, but students commonly target competitive packages aligned with top-tier fintech and payments companies. For accurate expectations, candidates should check the latest campus offer trends for their specific role (SDE, Data, Product, Analyst) and compare with prior year placement reports. Always consider total compensation (base + incentives + benefits) rather than base salary alone.

What are the eligibility criteria for Visa placements 2026?

Eligibility generally includes being in the final year of an eligible degree program (often B.Tech/B.E./MCA/MSc) with a strong academic record and relevant coursework. Many drives also require a minimum CGPA/percentage and may specify graduation year (2026) and backlogs criteria. For role-specific eligibility (e.g., data/analytics), relevant skills like statistics, SQL, or programming proficiency are often expected.

How difficult are Visa placement papers and assessments for 2026?

Visa assessments are usually considered moderately to highly competitive because they test both problem-solving fundamentals and role-relevant skills. Coding/technical rounds often emphasize clean logic, edge cases, and efficient solutions, while aptitude rounds focus on accuracy and time management. Difficulty can vary by team, but preparation should be thorough across DSA basics and core technical concepts.

What are the most effective preparation tips for Visa placement papers 2026?

Start with a strong foundation in DSA (arrays, strings, hashing, stacks/queues, trees, graphs, dynamic programming) and practice coding problems daily with time constraints. For aptitude, build speed with topic-wise practice (quant, logical reasoning, data interpretation) and review mistakes systematically. For technical interviews, prepare crisp explanations of projects, system design basics (for relevant roles), and common payment/fintech concepts if applicable.

What common topics appear in Visa placement questions for 2026?

Common topics include coding fundamentals (arrays/strings, recursion, sorting/searching), data structures, and problem-solving patterns like sliding window, BFS/DFS, and dynamic programming. Aptitude sections often cover arithmetic, percentages, number series, logical reasoning, and data interpretation. For analytics or product-adjacent roles, expect SQL queries, statistics basics, and scenario-based reasoning.

How do I apply for Visa placements 2026 (campus process and online application)?

If you’re applying via campus placements, you typically need to register through your college’s placement portal and appear for the eligibility screening and assessments. For off-campus or direct applications, candidates usually apply through Visa’s careers page, selecting the relevant job role and location, then submitting a resume and required details. Ensure your resume highlights relevant projects, internships, and measurable outcomes aligned to the role.

What is the selection rate for Visa placements 2026, and how can I improve my chances?

The selection rate is not fixed and depends on the number of applicants, role openings, and your performance in each stage, so it can vary significantly year to year. To improve your chances, focus on consistently scoring well in the online assessment, strengthen coding accuracy under time pressure, and prepare for HR by clearly communicating your impact and motivation for fintech/payments. Candidates who practice mock tests and revise weak areas usually perform better across multiple rounds.