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Shaping the Future of Technology Together

TCS is advancing towards becoming the world's largest AI-led technology services company - a transformation driven by people who learn fast, think boldly, and work with curiosity.
This hiring initiative welcomes professionals with 2-4 years of experience to pursue a skill-based assessment that puts real capability at the center. Clear the milestones to unlock pathways into AI, Data, Cloud, Cybersecurity, and future-focused technologies.

You will work with leading experts, scientists, engineers, and practitioners committed to learning and mentoring, and you will have access to a learning ecosystem that is built to strengthen your foundation and prepare you for what's next.
Become part of a legacy shaped by TCS values, and principles that guide how we work, grow, and create impact.

This is your roadmap to a career that values skills, rewards readiness, and places you at the heart of TCS' transformation story.

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Hiring process and eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

  • 2 to 4 years of full-time IT work experience.
  • A full-time Graduate or Postgraduate Degree* recognized by AICTE or UGC.
  • *These degrees must be obtained from a university campus (not study centres) and should not be through open universities, distance education, part-time, or correspondence programmes.

Applicants must have hands-on experience in one or more of the following technology stacks: Java, Embedded C, C++, SQL, .NET, Python, AngularJS, ReactJS, Node.js, Automation Testing with Selenium, Informatica ETL, Web Services (REST/SOAP), Web Development (HTML/CSS3)

Assessment Format

  • Stage 1:
    This is a 60‑minute, virtual, remote‑proctored, self‑paced assessment that can be taken from any location. A confirmation email will be sent to your registered email ID. The assessment link will be sent to your registered email ID within 4 days of registration. You must complete the assessment within 48 hours of receiving the link. Results will be shared after 48 hours of assessment completion.
  • Stage 2:
    Candidates who qualify in Stage 1 will receive an invite for a 75-minute online assessment at a TCS iON Test Center(In Person). Stage 2 is a 75-minutes test that will assess the candidates with their technical knowledge, hands on programming and cognitive skills. Assessments will be conducted in batches, and all Stage 1 qualified candidates will be scheduled with prior intimation. Results for this stage will also be shared within 48 hours.
  • Final Discussion:
    Candidates who clear Stage 2 will be invited for a quick in-person discussion at a TCS office/TCS iON Test Centre. This discussion will be scheduled within 48 hours of the Stage 2 results.
Please Note:

It is mandatory to create your profile on the TCS iBegin Portal and obtain an EP Reference ID before registering for this recruitment process.

Move closer to your future-tech role

  • Step 1

    Undergo a self-paced virtual, supervised assessment

  • Step 2

    Attend an on-premise technical competency assessment at a TCS iON Test Centre

  • Step 3

    Participate in an in-person discussion at a TCS office/TCS iON Test Centre

  • Step 4

    Complete the fast-track onboarding process

  • Step 5

    Begin training, followed by deployment to projects

FAQs

Please take a look at the most frequently asked questions; you might have your query answered here.

This initiative is open to experienced professionals across India with 2 to 4 years of work experience who are looking to advance and transform their careers. Applicants must have hands-on experience in one of these technology stacks: Java, Embedded C, C++, SQL, .NET, Python, AngularJS, ReactJS, Node.js, Automation Testing with Selenium, Informatica ETL, Web Services (REST/SOAP), Web Development (HTML/CSS3)
No. Currently, these opportunities are available only to aspirants residing in India.
  • 2 to 4 years of full-time IT work experience.
  • A full-time Graduate or Postgraduate Degree* recognized by AICTE or UGC.
*Note:
These degrees must be obtained from a university campus (not study centres) and should not be through open universities, distance education, part-time, or correspondence programmes. All candidates' onboarding will be subject to TCS background-check clearance.
No. TCS does not charge any fee for this recruitment process. We also urge candidates to stay alert and beware of fake job offers.
There are three stages in the overall process:
  • Stage 1: This is a 60‑minute, virtual, remote‑proctored, self‑paced assessment that can be taken from any location. A confirmation email will be sent to your registered email ID. The assessment link will be sent to your registered email ID within 4 days of registration. You must complete the assessment within 48 hours of receiving the link. Results will be shared after 48 hours of assessment completion.
  • Stage 2: Candidates who qualify in Stage 1 will receive an invite for a 75-minute online assessment at a TCS iON Test Center(In Person). Stage 2 is a 75-minutes test that will assess the candidates with their technical knowledge, hands on programming and cognitive skills. Assessments will be conducted in batches, and all Stage 1 qualified candidates will be scheduled with prior intimation. Results for this stage will also be shared within 48 hours.
  • Final Discussion: Candidates who clear Stage 2 will be invited for a quick in-person discussion at a TCS office/TCS iON Test Centre. This discussion will be scheduled within 48 hours of the Stage 2 results.
  • The first assessment is 60 minutes (virtual) and covers numerical ability, programming logic, logical reasoning, and verbal ability.
  • The second assessment is a 75-minute online assessment at a TCS iON Test Center(In Person) that will assess the candidates with their technical knowledge, hands on programming and cognitive skills.
Yes, there will be a coding section as part of the first assessment.
Candidates who are shortlisted for the interview based on their Stage 1 and Stage 2 assessment scores will attend a quick in-person discussion.
  • It is mandatory to create your profile on the TCS iBegin Portal and obtain an EP Reference ID before registering for this recruitment process.
  • With your EP Reference ID, you can then proceed to register on the TCS iON Portal.

Please carry a printout of the confirmation email and ensure you have completed the steps listed below before appearing for the interview.

    Pre-Interview Requirements (Mandatory)
    • To ensure a smooth interview experience, please complete the following steps before the interview:
      • Create a valid EP Number by registering on the TCS iBegin Portal.
      • Complete the online TCS application form.
      • Upload the following documents:
        • Latest resume
        • PAN card
        • Recent passport-size photograph
      • Keep your original government-issued ID available for verification during the interview.
    During - Interview Documentation
    • To help us expedite the hiring process, please upload the required documents to the TCS “My Documents” Portal, as outlined below.
      • Pan Card copy (Mandatory)
      • Aadhar Card (Mandatory)
      • Marksheet & Final Degree Certificate for highest full-time qualification (If the final degree certificate is not available, a provisional certificate may be submitted temporarily.)
      • Current organization's latest salary revision/hike letter
      • Last three months' salary slips from current or last organization (as applicable)
      • Work experience letters for all employments declared in the application form
  • No. It is mandatory for candidates who qualify for Stages 2 and 3 to attend the process in person at a TCS iON Test Centre or a TCS Office.
No, it is not required to take the assessment multiple times. Stage 1 is not dependent on any specific technology, and for Stage 2, candidates can specify their preferred technologies to be assessed.
  • Yes. When you register for the process, you will be able to specify your preferred technology area on which you would like to be assessed in Stage 2.
Yes, you can participate again in this challenge in the next cycle, when it is announced.
  • Yes. If your work experience is below 2 years, please check the TCS NQT page and register if you meet the eligibility criteria.
  • If your work experience is above 4 years, please explore opportunities relevant to your profile on the TCS iBegin Portal.
No. Only full‑time work experience obtained after your highest qualification will be considered.
Please contact the TCS iON Helpdesk at info.tcsionhub@tcs.com for assistance.
Please contact the TCS iON Helpdesk at info.tcsionhub@tcs.com for assistance.
We are looking at candidates joining us in Q1 FY27, with preference given to quick joiners.
  • Once you receive an offer, you may select a tentative Date of Joining (DOJ). Your selected date must be within 120 days (approximately 4 months) from the date of the offer.
  • Your DOJ will be confirmed based on your current organization’s relieving date and Background Check (BGC) closure timelines. You will receive further communication from the TCS onboarding team.
Yes, there will be an orientation on next-gen technologies, conducted in batches after joining.