I applied in-person. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at TU/e (Eindhoven) in Apr 2018
Interview
Briefly talk to the assistant professors about the project you have done previous and the education. and talk about the project you want to do in the future. He introduce the project he has in hand and ask if you have any idea that can be explored further.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
any previous experience in relevant project. the motivation and interest