TCS Interview Experience (On-Campus)

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) conducts the TCS NQT (National Qualifier Test) to hire fresh college graduates from all over India. To stay updated, keep in touch with your college’s placement cell, classmates, Internet resources, and the TCS careers website. Apply promptly once the application period begins.

Round 1(Aptitude+Programming)

The first round of the selection process includes both aptitude and programming components. This round can be taken online or offline at TCS ION centers. There are 88 questions to be completed in 165 minutes. The questions cover a wide range of topics and are not strictly syllabus-based.

Round 1 pattern consists of 88 questions in total that have to be answered within 165mins, for a detailed blueprint pls visit this link-https://prepinsta.com/tcs-nqt/syllabus/.

Foundation Section

• In Numerical ability, I felt that I had the majority of questions from Simplification, Percentages, SI&CI, Statistics, Number systems HCF and LCM, and Volumes&SA. These are topics one should focus on more and questions from other topics were nominal. Especially, There were roasting questions on Quadratic equations, finding roots, and Finding α,ß, Γ in an equation in the majority(These are generally asked in the Digital test).
• When coming to the Reasoning part questions were asked majority from Syllogism, Figure-based problems, Number series, Seating arrangements(up to 8seats filling), blood relations, Data Interpretation, Sets, and Venn diagrams.
• Now in Verbal ability, questions were asked about finding synonyms and antonyms(Don’t need to go through very high-level words basic to medium level, to predict or eliminate the not possible answers pls watch this video-https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ6LIqCux-reWL-SbNgQrRm-vv8BBqFt8), Sentence corrections&replacements, Reading comprehensions(these are time killers kindly answer them at last).

Advance Section

• In Quantitative ability, Questions were majorly asked from Permutations&combinations, probability, Advance Simplification, Statistics, Again Quadratic based questions, and volumes&SA.
• In Reasoning ability, again the same pattern of asked in the foundation section but a bit higher level than that.
• The important thing to note in the Advance section is that most of the questions would be of fill in the box type so kindly ensure to enter the answer up to two decimal places if the value comes out to be point values.

Programming section

• 2 programming questions were given which has to be solved in 55mins.
• 1st question was based on the strings concept the question was whether you can form the given word from the alphabets present in the given string. Similar to this question https://leetcode.com/problems/find-words-that-can-be-formed-by-characters/
• 2nd question was again based on strings like a string was given Eg.1, S=vvinaapauuaut, R=2 where R is a random integer given the question is you to need to remove the consecutive 2 same alphabets until there are no consecutive same alphabets of given R value here the final output would be ‘input’, Eg 2 S=understanding, R=3, output=understanding(bcoz here no consecutive same alphabets exists). (solving both would almost confirm your interview chances).

Round 2(Technical+Managerial+HR(combined))

• This was the final round where Technical+Manager+HR all the three persons were present in the Interview room.
• As soon as I entered the room(Please ensure you are in full formals along with a pen) I was asked to seat and all three of them were going through my resume. After sometime after going to the resume I heard the comment ‘Impressive’. My guess on that response was the resume template and format used(very Imp) and I used the ATS checker to improve my score. But make sure whatever might the template or format used if your resume doesn’t contain as many skills or achievements with valid proof relevant to the job profile it would be hard.
• Initially, the asked to introduce myself, followed by rapid questions.
• Technical Person started the proceedings by asking questions from OOPS concepts explaining Polymorphism and Abstraction with suitable examples of what is the exact need to use that in your code.
• Then I did a project in Web full stack so I was asked questions about the CSS properties like the need for Screen resolutions and media query properties.
• The interview predominantly emphasized the projects I had undertaken and the tools I utilized within them. It’s crucial to have a comprehensive understanding of your projects from start to finish. The interviewers were particularly interested in projects that showcased innovation, such as those where I identified a unique problem and devised a solution rather than simply working on existing projects. This highlights the importance of showcasing creativity and problem-solving abilities in your projects.
• Questions on MongoDB(bcoz I Have included them in my resume and used it in my project) like Insertion, Updation, and deletion commands and along with that why go for MongoDB rather than conventional databases like Mysql. for MongoDB Atlas tutorial visit-https://www.mongodb.com/docs/v6.2/introduction/
• Questions on Mysql were asked about the difference between Delete, Drop, and Truncate commands.
• During the HR segment of the interview, I was initially asked about my motivation for wanting to join TCS. This was followed by a series of quick questions related to TCS itself, including recent changes in the CEO position, noteworthy news concerning TCS, and the identities of the Chairman and CEO of TCS. It’s important to be familiar with these basic details about the company, as TCS expects candidates to have a fundamental knowledge of its operations.
• Towards the end of the HR interview, I was questioned about my willingness to work across various locations throughout India and my flexibility with different shift timings. I responded positively, affirming my comfort with both aspects. The interview concluded after approximately 45 minutes, and I was informed that the results would be communicated via email.
• This part of the interview assesses your alignment with the company’s values, your awareness of its recent developments, and your adaptability to potential work conditions. Being well-prepared to discuss these aspects can leave a positive impression on the HR interviewers.
• After a week I received a mail that I got shortlisted from their Interview Process and received the Digital cadre offer letter immediately. Thats all!!!

Important Tips

• No negative marking, but use your time wisely.
• You can’t switch between sections or browser tabs during the test.
• Utilize the provided calculator and focus on time-saving strategies.
• Start with questions you’re confident in, and don’t spend too long on any single question.
• Communicate confidently and respectfully during interviews.
• Maintain a professional appearance and be patient throughout the process.
• Be honest; don’t pretend to know things you’re unfamiliar with.
• Remember, the goal is to showcase your skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm to secure a position at TCS.