Question Types in HackerRank Tests

Last updated: November 25, 2025

HackerRank Tests include various question types that assess your technical skills across different roles and domains.

Available question types

The table below lists all question types available in HackerRank Tests.

Question Type

Description

Approximate Solution

Solve programming problems evaluated by a custom checker for flexible validation.

Back-End Developer

Develop server-side applications using frameworks such as Node.js, Django, Java Spring Boot, or Ruby on Rails.

Cloud

Solve cloud computing challenges using temporary access to AWS or Azure UI consoles.

Code Review

Review code changes and provide inline comments in a simulated code review environment.

Coding

Write code to generate the required output using an integrated development environment (IDE) and compiler.

Complete Sentence

Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate word or phrase.

Database

Write SQL queries to manage and retrieve data using systems such as MySQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, or DB2.

Data Science

Perform data analysis and machine learning tasks in a Jupyter Notebook environment. You can upload external files or datasets.

DevOps

Complete Linux-based tasks such as package installation, file operations, and command-line execution in a virtual Linux machine.

Diagram

Create flowcharts or architecture diagrams using the integrated draw.io tool.

File Upload

Upload a single file as your solution.

Front-End Developer

Build web applications using frameworks such as Angular, React, or Node.js. Includes an IDE for real-time or offline development.

Full Stack Developer

Work on both front-end and back-end components with access to dual coding environments.

HTML, CSS, JavaScript

Develop responsive web pages using core web technologies with real-time browser previews.

Mobile Developer

Build mobile applications for Android or React Native platforms.

Multiple Choice

Select one or more correct answers from a list of options.

Subjective

Write responses to open-ended prompts in plain text.

Whiteboard

Draw or annotate diagrams on a virtual whiteboard using shapes and text.