TCS NQT-your passport to a million dreams
TCS Fresher Hiring for Engineering candidates from the batch of 2024
About TCS Fresher Hiring for Engineering candidates from the batch of 2024
It is time to make the big move of your career with TCS National Qualifier Test (TCS NQT).
TCS NQT follows an Integrated Test Pattern for Prime, Digital and Ninja fresher hiring at TCS. Candidates need to appear for a single test and based on the test performance, they will qualify for Prime, Digital or Ninja interviews.
TCS NQT is exclusively open for graduating batch of 2024 with the following academic degrees: Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) / Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) / Master of Technology (M.Tech.) / Master of Engineering (M.E.) / Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.) / Master of Science (M.Sc. / M.S.) in any specialization offered by AICTE / UGC recognized universities / colleges.
Application Process:
Step 1. Logon to the TCS NextStep Portal here
Step 2. Register and Apply for the Drive
- Scenario A. If you are a registered user under TCS NextStep Portal, 'IT’ category, kindly login with your TCS Reference ID (CT / DT reference number) and proceed to complete the application form. Upon submission, kindly click on ‘Apply For Drive’
- Scenario B. If you are a new user, kindly click on Register Now, choose category as “IT” and proceed to fill your details. Submit your application form and click on 'Apply For Drive'
Step 3. Select your mode of test (In-Centre) and choose your preferred test centre & then click on Apply.
Step 4. To confirm your status, check "Track Your Application". The status should reflect as "Applied for Drive".
For a step-by-step walkthrough on how to register and fill-up the application form on TCS NextStep portal, refer to the PDF guide or the instructional video.
Important Note:
- Please note that this is an In-Center test, and center allotment would be on first come first serve basis.
- You must have all your original academic documents till date, to be submitted at the time of the Interview (if test shortlisted).
- Communication related to the test will be informed to you by our test partner, TCS iON.
- TCS does not send job offers / any hiring related communication from unofficial email ids like Gmail, Rediffmail, Yahoo Mail, Hotmail etc.
- TCS does not ask candidates to deposit any money for employment offer.
- TCS is not associated with any external agency / company to conduct any interviews or make offers of employment on its behalf.
- Kindly note that we have a stringent eligibility criterion and a robust selection process. Your eligibility as per the defined criteria will be checked at various stages of the selection process. At any point of time if you are found ineligible, or data shared by you is found discrepant, your candidature will be disqualified.
Helpdesk:
- For any assistance, please reach out to TCS Helpdesk Team
- Email ID: ilp.support@tcs.com | Toll-Free Helpline No: 18002093111
- Percentage: Minimum 60% or 6 CGPA throughout academics including the highest qualification, till the latest semester for which results have been declared at the time of appearing for the test process. If selected, the offer will be valid only if the degree / provisional degree certificate clearly states that the candidates has cleared Engineering in 'First Class' after completion of the course, at the time of joining.
- Highest Qualification: TCS NQT is exclusively open for candidates from the batch of 2024 with the following academic degrees: Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) / Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) / Master of Technology (M.Tech.) / Master of Engineering (M.E.) / Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.) / Master of Science (M.Sc. / M.S.) in any specialization offered by AICTE / UGC recognized universities / colleges.
- Backlogs / Arrears / ATKT: The candidates should not have any pending or active backlog / arrear / ATKT at the time of appearing for the TCS Selection process. If selected, no pending backlogs / arrears / ATKT will be permitted at the time of joining TCS. All pending backlogs / arrears / ATKT should be cleared within the course duration stipulated by the University.
- Extended Education: No extended education would be allowed. Candidates should have completed the course in the stipulated course duration.
- Gap / Break in Education: It is mandatory to declare gaps in education, if any. Overall academic gap should not exceed 24 months until highest qualification. Relevant documentation, as applicable, will be checked for gaps in education.
- Course Types: Only full-time courses will be considered (Part-time / Correspondence courses will not be considered).
- Open Schooling: Candidates who have completed their Secondary and / or Senior Secondary course from NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling) are also eligible to apply if the graduation and post-graduation (if applicable) courses are done full-time.
- Work Experience: Candidates with prior work experience of up to 2 years are eligible to apply for this hiring process (Applicable only for post graduate students).
- Age: Candidates should be between 18 to 28 years to participate in this hiring event.
Prime
CTC for Prime UG Offer – 9.0 LPA
CTC for Prime PG Offer – 11.5 LPA
- Complex projects with advance technologies and algorithms
- Exploration of emerging tech for industry applications
- Integrate system designs using tech, automation, and robust security practices
Digital
CTC for Digital UG Offer – 7.0 LPA
CTC for Digital PG Offer – 7.03 LPA
- Projects on solution development and integration
- Drive internal initiatives focused on modern technologies
- Contribute to TCS' ventures in pioneering new product developments
- Develop tech frameworks and tools for enhanced capabilities
Ninja
CTC for Ninja UG Offer – 3.36 LPA
CTC for Ninja PG Offer – 3.53 LPA
- To manage and support application development and management
- Enhance systems engineering for better efficiency
- Explore next-gen technologies for an innovative career path
Features:
- TCS NQT is an integrated test consisting of two sections: Foundation and Advanced.
- While all are encouraged to attempt both sections, ‘Advanced section’ is mandatory if you aspire for Digital or Prime.
- Based on the test performance, candidates will be shortlisted for Prime, Digital or Ninja interviews.
- TCS NQT will be conducted in TCS iON Centers.
Test Pattern:
Sections |
Duration (in minutes) |
Part A - Foundation Section |
|
Numerical Ability |
25 |
Verbal Ability |
25 |
Reasoning Ability |
25 |
Part B - Advanced Section |
|
Advanced Quantitative and Reasoning Ability |
25 |
Advanced Coding |
90 |
Total Duration |
190 |
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Q1: Which year of passing (YoP) is being considered for the TCS Freshers Hiring Process through the TCS NQT?
Candidates graduating in the year 2024 with the following academic degrees: Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) / Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) / Master of Technology (M.Tech.) / Master of Engineering (M.E.) / Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.) / Master of Science (M.Sc. / M.S.) in any specialization offered by AICTE / UGC recognized universities / colleges would be considered.
Q2: When is the last date to register?
A2: The last date to register is Thursday, April 25th 2024.
Q3: When is the test scheduled?
A3: The test is scheduled from Friday, April 26th 2024 onwards.
Q4: What is the TCS NQT Integrated Test Pattern?
A4: TCS NQT is an integrated test of 190 minutes duration consisting of two mandatory sections:
Part A: Foundation (Duration of 75 minutes, with sections on Numerical Ability, Verbal Ability and Reasoning Ability).
Part B: Advanced (Duration of 115 minutes, with sections on Advanced Quantitative and Reasoning, and Advanced Coding ability).
Q5: Do I need to create my profile under 'BPS' or 'IT'?
A5: You are requested to create your profile under 'IT'.
Q6: What would be the mode of the test?
A6: The test will be conducted in an in-center mode. Candidate would be required to visit the allotted TCS iON Centers to appear for the in-person test.
Q7: Where would the test be conducted?
A7: TCS NQT would be an in-center test. While submitting the application form, click on "Apply For Drive, to choose your preferred test center.
Please note: No further changes would be permitted once the above selection is done.
Q8: My NextStep account is locked. How can I unlock it?
A8: Please note that after 3 unsuccessful OTP attempts, your account will be locked for 4 hours. You will get 2 more OTP attempts after 4 hours, however if still wrong OTP inputs are given, your account will be locked in for the day. You will get the next login attempt with OTP post the date change (i.e., next day). Hence, we request you to be careful with your login ID and OTP.
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Q9: Is 'Apply For Drive' mandatory?
A9: Yes, it is mandatory. If you do not click on 'Apply For Drive', you will not be considered for TCS Fresher Hiring Process through the TCS NQT.
Q10: I am not getting the 'Apply for Drive' option, what should I do?
A10: Once you fill the application form, logout and login again.
Then click on ‘Apply for Drive.’
If you are not getting the ‘Apply for Drive’ option, please re-check the below steps:
a) Confirm whether you have completed or submitted your application form.
b) Check if you have erroneously registered under ‘BPS’ instead of ‘IT.’ If yes, then write to tcsbps.support@tcs.com for the deletion of your profile under BPS. Once your profile has been deleted, please create a new profile under IT.
c) Recheck the qualification you have entered on application form
d) Check the Year of Passing you have entered in application form.
The 'Apply For Drive' option will be enabled only for eligible candidates from the graduating batch of 2024, with highest qualification as Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) / Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) / Master of Technology (M.Tech.) / Master of Engineering (M.E.) / Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.) / Master of Science (M.Sc. / M.S.).
Q11: I have applied for the drive but have not got a confirmation e-mail, what should I do?
A11: Post applying for the drive, the status will reflect as 'Applied for Drive' in your 'Track My Application'. You will not get an acknowledgment mail or confirmation mail about the same.
Q12: My college has CGPA grading system. However, in my application form, there is only one option to update my marks. What should I do?
A12: Please convert CGPA into percentage, fill in the application form and click on 'Apply for Drive'.
Example: To understand the calculation of percentage in a better way, let us take an example, a candidate has secured 7.2 CGPA
Overall Percentage of Marks = 10 x CGPA | Overall Percentage of Marks = 7.2*10 |
Ans. 72%
Q13: What if I already have a CT / DT reference number? Do I need to register again?
A13: No, you do not need to register again as long as your details such as, your highest qualification and year of passing are mentioned correctly. If not, proceed to make the required changes in the form before you 'Apply for Drive'.
Q14: I have forgotten my CT / DT Reference ID. Where do I get it?
A14: You would have got an email from recruitment.entrylevel@tcs.com upon successful registration. The Reference ID would be mentioned in the same. For further queries, you can write to ilp.support@tcs.com.
Q15: Can I make changes to my profile as I have made some mistakes?
A15: Yes, but the changes are restricted to certain fields only. Hence, we request you to fill the application form carefully.
Q16: Can I change my photo in the application form?
A16: Yes, you can change your photograph before you apply for drive. Request you to carefully follow the instructions while uploading your photograph. Ensure that your recent photograph is being uploaded in system.
Q17: I have incorrectly created my profile under 'BPS'. What should I do now?
A17: Please write to tcsbps.support@tcs.com for the deletion of your profile under BPS. Once your profile has been deleted, please create a new profile under IT.
Q18: I already have my CT / DT number. I need to update my marks / CGPA in my application form. How can I do so?
A18: You can edit the details by clicking ‘Edit Application Form’ and updating the required details. You can make changes before you apply for the drive.
Q19: I am not able to edit the Full-time / Part-time course in my Application Form. What should I do?
A19: If you are not able to edit the Full-time / Part-time course in the Application Form, you have to send a mail to ilp.support@tcs.com for deletion of your profile, post which you can create a new profile with the same email ID.
Q20: I have created 2 profiles. What should I do now?
A20: Only 1 profile is permitted per candidate. Duplicate profile creation will lead to disqualification of the candidate from TCS Fresher Hiring Process. Please write to ilp.support@tcs.com for the deletion of your duplicate profile.
Q21: How will I know about my test schedule / test related information?
A21: Information related to test will be communicated by our test partner - TCS iON (email ID - careers.tcshub@mail.digialm.com).
Q22: How will we get the results of the test?
A22: Shortlisted candidates will receive further communication on the next steps on their registered email IDs from TCS Talent Acquisition Team.
Q23: What documents are required for the TCS selection process?
A23: You must have all your X, XII, Diploma (if applicable), UG and PG (if applicable) academic marksheets, semester and degree certificates. Original documents will be verified at the time of interview as well as joining.
Q24: What documents are required if I have work experience?
A24: If you are a candidate with work experience, you have to provide experience related documents from all the previous organization/s such as Experience Letter or Release Letter or documents wherein date of joining (DOJ) and date of release are clearly mentioned.
Q25: Whom do I contact for any assistance?
A25: For any assistance, please reach out to TCS Helpdesk Team. Email ID - ilp.support@tcs.com | Toll-Free Helpline No - 18002093111
TCS does not ask candidates to deposit any money at any stage of recruitment process.
