Preparing for a DevOps internship or fresher interview? This free DevOps interview questions test gives you 15 random questions on DevOps basics, Git, Linux commands, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code, and explains every answer. You get a new set of questions every time you take it.
What this DevOps interview test covers
Every attempt gives you 15 random questions, balanced across 7 topics, with the questions and answer options shuffled, so no two tests are the same.
| Topic | What it checks | Questions per test |
|---|---|---|
| DevOps basics | DevOps goals, environments, rollbacks, deployment strategies | 1 |
| Git & version control | Branches, fetch vs pull, merge conflicts, pull requests | 3 |
| Linux | ls, grep, chmod, processes, pipes, sudo | 2 |
| CI/CD | Continuous integration, delivery and deployment, pipelines, artifacts | 2 |
| Docker & containers | Images vs containers, Dockerfile, ports, volumes, Compose | 3 |
| Kubernetes | Pods, Deployments, Services, kubectl | 2 |
| Cloud, IaC & monitoring | Terraform, Ansible, monitoring, Prometheus and Grafana | 2 |
How to read your score
| Score | What it means |
|---|---|
| 12–15 (80%+) | Interview-ready. Your fundamentals are strong. Practise explaining these answers out loud, then start applying. |
| 8–11 (50–79%) | Almost there. A good base with a few gaps. Review your weakest topics and retake the test with new questions. |
| 0–7 (below 50%) | Build the basics. Focus on fundamentals first, using the explanations in your results, and try again in a week. |
Sample DevOps interview questions for freshers (with answers)
Here are five questions of the kind the test asks, with answers and explanations.
1. What is the difference between git fetch and git pull?
- A.
fetchdownloads changes;pulldownloads and merges them - B.
pullonly downloads - C.
fetchuploads changes - D. They are identical
Answer: A. git pull is git fetch followed by a merge (or rebase).
2. What is the difference between a Docker image and a container?
- A. They are the same
- B. Images only run on Linux
- C. An image is a template; a container is a running instance of it
- D. A container is a template; an image runs
Answer: C. You can start many containers from the same image.
3. What does chmod 755 script.sh do?
- A. Deletes the file
- B. Gives the owner full access and others read and execute access
- C. Makes the file read-only for everyone
- D. Changes the file owner
Answer: B. 7 = read, write, execute; 5 = read and execute.
4. What does Continuous Integration (CI) mean?
- A. Merging code often and automatically building and testing each change
- B. Deploying once a year
- C. Integrating databases
- D. Writing code without tests
Answer: A. CI catches problems early, when changes are small.
5. What is the smallest deployable unit in Kubernetes?
- A. A Cluster
- B. A Node
- C. A Service
- D. A Pod
Answer: D. A Pod holds one or more containers that share networking and storage.
Ready to test yourself?
Take the free DevOps interview questions test now: 15 random questions, about 10 minutes, with an explanation for every answer.
How to prepare for a DevOps internship interview
- Master Git and Linux first: they are the foundation of every DevOps role. The Git and CI/CD glossary entries are a quick refresher.
- Build a pipeline end to end: containerise a small app with Docker, run tests with GitHub Actions, and deploy it to a cloud service.
- Explain your pipeline clearly: interviewers want to know why each step exists. See how to explain your college project.
- Know the core tools by purpose: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform and monitoring tools come up often.
- Check your overall readiness with the free IT Internship Readiness Test.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this DevOps interview test free?
Yes. The test is completely free, needs no login, and does not ask for any personal details. Your best score is saved only in your own browser.
How many questions are in the DevOps test?
Each attempt has 15 random multiple-choice questions, balanced across seven topics. The questions and answer options are shuffled, so every retake gives you a new test.
What level is this DevOps test?
It is designed for freshers and internship candidates. It checks the DevOps fundamentals interviewers commonly ask about, not advanced or certification-level topics.
Which tools does the DevOps test cover?
It covers the tools most often asked about in fresher interviews: Git, Linux, CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform and monitoring basics.
Does a high score guarantee an internship?
No. A high score shows strong fundamentals, but interviews also check your projects, problem solving, and communication. Use your result to decide what to study next.
Your next step
Scored well? Learn what happens in each internship interview round, from the online test to the HR interview.
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About the author
Dhaivat has 16+ years of experience in the IT industry, working on AI and cloud technologies, project delivery, and engineering leadership. He has interviewed and mentored many interns, wrote The Lost Intern, and runs the non-commercial Career Impact Initiative, mentoring students for free.