The initial communication was through the phone. Phone conversation went really well, the recruiter was very specific relating to the skills and qualifications needed for the job. There was only one face to face interview with three interviewees (not a panel interview but rather moving from one office to the next). The interview went really well but the downside of these kinds of interviews is that the questions are the same and does not provide an overview of the job itself. It would have provided for a much more holistic interview if it was a panel interview with all three interviewees. Although, I did not get the offer, I would have appreciated a phone call or a feedback as this would assist me with future applications. Instead I had to email a follow-up with a simple reply of "An offer has been given to someone else".

Took two months for two basic rounds (first screening call with TA and then fit check round with a junior team member) and then ghosted for two weeks..after following after a long time, I got to know I was not selected for even the round with HM.