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TCS NQT - Fresher Hiring for Engineering Candidates

TCSMultiple
INR 3.36 - 7 LPA/year
TCS
Software EngineerFull-timePosted 9 February 2025Updated 9 February 2025Expired
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Job Description

TCS National Qualifier Test (NQT) follows an Integrated Test Pattern for Prime, Digital, and Ninja fresher hiring. Candidates need to appear for a single test, and based on their performance, they will qualify for Prime, Digital, or Ninja interviews.

Requirements

📌 Eligibility Criteria

Education:

  • Open for B.E. / B.Tech. / M.E. / M.Tech. / M.C.A. / M.Sc. / M.S. candidates.
  • Must be from AICTE/UGC-recognized universities or colleges.

Academic Performance:

  • A minimum aggregate of 60% or 6 CGPA throughout academics, including the latest semester.
  • The final degree/provisional certificate should clearly state that the candidate has cleared Engineering in First Class.

Backlogs & Arrears:

  • No active or pending backlogs/arrears/ATKT at the time of selection.
  • All backlogs/arrears/ATKT should be cleared within the course duration.

Extended Education & Gaps:

  • No extended education allowed; candidates must complete their course within the stipulated duration.
  • Academic gaps of up to 24 months are allowed, provided valid documentation is available.

Course Type & Open Schooling:

  • Only full-time courses are considered (part-time/correspondence courses are not allowed).
  • Candidates who completed Secondary/Senior Secondary from NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling) are eligible, provided their graduation/post-graduation was completed as a full-time course.

Work Experience & Age Limit:

  • Candidates with up to 2 years of experience can apply (for postgraduates only).
  • Applicants should be between 18 to 28 years old.

💰 Salary Packages & Job Categories

Prime

  • UG CTC: ₹9.0 LPA
  • PG CTC: ₹11.5 LPA
  • Work on complex projects with advanced technologies, automation, and security practices.
  • Explore emerging tech for industry applications and integrate system designs.

Digital

  • UG CTC: ₹7.0 LPA
  • PG CTC: ₹7.3 LPA
  • Engage in solution development and integration of technologies.
  • Contribute to TCS’ innovation initiatives and new product developments.
  • Develop tech frameworks and tools to enhance system capabilities.

Ninja

  • UG CTC: ₹3.36 LPA
  • PG CTC: ₹3.53 LPA
  • Manage and support application development and system maintenance.
  • Enhance systems engineering and efficiency improvements.
  • Explore next-gen technologies for an innovative career path.

📝 TCS NQT Test Pattern

The test consists of two sections:

Part A - Foundation Section (75 Minutes)

  • Numerical Ability - 25 minutes
  • Verbal Ability - 25 minutes
  • Reasoning Ability - 25 minutes

Part B - Advanced Section (115 Minutes)

  • Advanced Quantitative & Reasoning Ability - 25 minutes
  • Advanced Coding - 90 minutes

Total Duration: 190 minutes

💡 Note:

  • The Advanced Section is mandatory for candidates aspiring for Digital or Prime offers.
  • Based on the test performance, candidates will be shortlisted for Prime, Digital, or Ninja interviews.

📌 Selection Process

1️⃣ TCS NQT Online Test
2️⃣ Shortlisting based on Test Performance
3️⃣ Interviews (Prime, Digital, or Ninja based on test results)

📢 Important:

  • TCS has a strict eligibility and selection process.
  • If found ineligible or if discrepancies are detected in shared data, the candidature will be disqualified.

🚀 Kickstart your career with TCS! Apply now!