Be realistic: is it really possibile to get an interview in companies like Google or Meta, without any referall?

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Yes it is, I interviewed with all FAANG/MAANG through cold applications (no referrals).

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To add to this, recruiters from these orgs will also reach out if you have relevant profile as per their needs and your Naukri/LinkedIn is updated.

Yes, I interviewed without referrals. They found me on LinkedIn

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