TCS Engineering Fresher Hiring – Batch of 2025

TCS National Qualifier Test (NQT) is the gateway to launching a technology career at TCS. The test follows an integrated pattern, allowing candidates to qualify for different hiring categories: Prime, Digital, and Ninja. The final offer category is determined based on overall performance in the selection process.

Registration Details

• Registration End Date: Sunday, 23rd March 2025
• Test Date: Saturday, 15th March 2025 onwards

Eligibility Criteria

• Highest Qualification: Candidates graduating in 2025 with B.Tech, B.E, M.Tech, M.E, MCA, M.Sc, or M.S from AICTE/UGC-recognized universities/colleges.
• Academic Aggregate: Minimum 60% or equivalent CGPA in 10th, 12th, Diploma (if applicable), Graduation, and Post-Graduation (if applicable).
• Backlogs: No pending backlogs at the time of appearing for the selection process.
• Extended Education: Not allowed; candidates must complete the course within the stipulated duration.
• Gap in Education: Must not exceed 24 months and should be documented.
• Course Type: Only full-time courses are considered (no part-time/correspondence courses).
• Open Schooling: Candidates who completed secondary/senior secondary via NIOS are eligible if their higher education was full-time.
• Work Experience: Up to 2 years of prior experience is allowed (for post-graduate candidates).
• Age Limit: 18 to 28 years.

Hiring Categories & Salary

• Prime

  • UG Offer: ₹9.0 LPA
  • PG Offer: ₹11.5 LPA
  • Focus on complex projects, emerging technologies, system design, and automation.

• Digital

  • UG Offer: ₹7.0 LPA
  • PG Offer: ₹7.3 LPA
  • Solution development, modern technology integration, and tech framework development.

• Ninja

  • UG Offer: ₹3.36 LPA
  • PG Offer: ₹3.53 LPA
  • Application development, system engineering, and next-gen technology exploration.

Application Process

1. Log in to the TCS NextStep Portal.
2. Register and Apply for the Drive.
   • Scenario A: Already registered users in the IT category can log in with their TCS Reference ID (CT/DT reference number), complete the application, and click "Apply For Drive".
   • Scenario B: New users should select "Register Now", choose the IT category, fill in details, submit, and click "Apply For Drive".
3. Select In-center mode of the test, choose three preferred test centers, and click "Apply".
4. Check "Track Your Application" to confirm the status as "Applied for Drive".

Test Structure

• TCS NQT is conducted at TCS iON Centers.
• Two Sections: Foundation & Advanced.
• The Advanced section is mandatory for candidates aspiring for Digital or Prime offers.

| Section | Duration (Minutes) |
|------------|----------------------|
| Part A – Foundation Section | 75 |
| Numerical Ability | 25 |
| Verbal Ability | 25 |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 |
| Part B – Advanced Section | 115 |
| Advanced Quantitative & Reasoning Ability | 25 |
| Advanced Coding | 90 |
| Total Duration | 190 |

Important Notes

• Candidates must have original academic documents during the interview.
• All official test-related communication will be through TCS iON.
• TCS does not request money for employment offers or partner with external agencies for hiring.
• Candidates found ineligible at any stage will be disqualified.

Helpdesk

• Email: [email protected]