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Updated 21 Apr 2022

Tata Group Backoffice Excutives Interview Experiences

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I applied via AmbitionBox and was interviewed before Apr 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Multiple questions

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please call me if eligible and now I am working a banking sector

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Finance and share market related

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interview was good.
All round of interviews were normal not so hard or complicated.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Azure cloud platform tech
  • Q2. Informatica tech stack ques
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Adf tech stack que
  • Q2. Scd type 2 implementation
  • Ans. 

    SCD Type 2 implementation involves tracking historical changes in data by creating new records for each change.

    • Identify the columns that need to be tracked for changes

    • Add effective start and end dates to track the validity of each record

    • Insert new records for changes and update end dates for previous records

    • Maintain a surrogate key to uniquely identify each version of the record

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Dw related que ans
  • Q2. Solution design related que
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Aspiration from my end
  • Q2. How soon can join
  • Ans. 

    I can join the team within 2 weeks.

    • I can start within 2 weeks of receiving the offer.

    • I need to give notice to my current employer.

    • I may need to relocate, which could affect my start date.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't join or even I would suggest not to apply or give interview to this pathetic company. I have cleared all my 4 rounds of interview including HR out of which 3 technical and 1 HR. 3 held on video conferencing and one face to face for which I have travelled almost 40 kms from my current location and they said without face to face they cannot proceed hence I had no option left but to travel, then when I entered into the office again put a laptop infront of me which is again video conferencing then I didn't understand why exactly they called me if they want to have it over video online.

Then after putting my lot of time and efforts when finally it comes to release the offer, then they stop picking up the calls and stop responding and the final excuses which I got from them for not releasing the offer is that their software will not allow them to release any offer which is more that 2 days of joining.

Such a pathetic company who even don't know that atleast if you are not releasing the offer, it's your duty to atleast tell the person that either they are not able to provide the compensation as discussed or they are looking parallelly for someone who can settle in less compensation.

Due to all this I have wasted almost my 3-4 weeks of time expecting that I will receive the offer, and didn't focus on other organisations which was ready to provide slightly lower than this.

Hence it's a total scam which is going here suggesting not to get trapped otherwise you will not only waste your time but also other good opportunities as well.

It's a total boycott for me, expecting the same from your end as well, so that they will understand that playing with someone's job is not a joke.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself. Why do you want to work here? What are your strengths and weaknesses? Why did you leave your previous job (or why are you looking for a new one)? Where do you see yourself in 5 year...
  • Q2. These questions help HR gauge how well you would fit into the company culture and how your experience aligns with the role. It's a good idea to prepare for them with specific examples from your past experi...
  • Q3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q4. What motivates you to perform at your best?
Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Any one tell in gd in 5 minutes in english

Round 3 - Aptitude Test 

1. Numerical Reasoning
- Example: "If a car travels 60 km in 1 hour, how long will it take to travel 150 km at the same speed?"

2. **Verbal Reasoning**
- Example: "Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to 'elated'? (a) Sad (b) Happy (c) Angry (d) Tired"

3. **Logical Reasoning**
- Example: "If all cats are animals, and all animals are living beings, are all cats living beings? (True/False)"

4. **Data Interpretation**
- Example: "Given a graph showing sales data over the past 12 months, what was the highest monthly sales figure?"

5. **Pattern Recognition**
- Example: "What comes next in the series: 2, 4, 8, 16, __?"

6. **Mathematical Reasoning**
- Example: "If 3x + 4 = 19, what is the value of x?"

7. **Spatial Reasoning**
- Example: "Which shape is different from the others: Square, Circle, Triangle, Rectangle?"

8. **Time and Work Problems**
- Example: "If A can finish a task in 5 days and B can finish the same task in 10 days, how long will it take for both A and B to complete the task together?"

Round 4 - Case Study 

Tell me about yourself.
Why do you want to work here?
What are your strengths and weaknesses?
Why did you leave your previous job (or why are you looking for a new one)?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
Can you describe a time when you faced a challenge at work and how you handled it?
How do you prioritize your tasks?
What motivates you?
How do you handle working under pressure or tight deadlines?
What are your salary expectations?
How do you deal with conflict in the workplace?
Do you prefer working independently or as part of a team?
These questions help HR gauge how well you would fit into the company culture and how your experience aligns with the role. It's a good idea to prepare for them with specific examples from your past experie
The Aptitude test typically includes questions that assess your logical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and ability to think critically. It can cover a wide range of topics depending on the job you're applying for, but here are some common types of questions you might encounter:

Numerical Reasoning

Example: "If a car travels 60 km in 1 hour, how long will it take to travel 150 km at the same speed?"
Verbal Reasoning

Example: "Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to 'elated'? (a) Sad (b) Happy (c) Angry (d) Tired"
Logical Reasoning

Example: "If all cats are animals, and all animals are living beings, are all cats living beings? (True/False)"
Data Interpretation

Example: "Given a graph showing sales data over the past 12 months, what was the highest monthly sales figure?"
Pattern Recognition

Example: "What comes next in the series: 2, 4, 8, 16, __?"
Mathematical Reasoning

Example: "If 3x + 4 = 19, what is the value of x?"
Spatial Reasoning

Example: "Which shape is different from the others: Square, Circle, Triangle, Rectangle?"
Time and Work Problems

Example: "If A can finish a task in 5 days and B can finish the same task in 10 days, how long will it take for both A and B to complete the task together?"
To prepare, it's helpful to practice problems in these areas. Many online platforms offer free aptitude tests to help you improve your skills before the actual test.


Case study
In a case study interview, you'll be given a real-world business problem and asked to analyze the situation and come up with solutions or recommendations. The goal is to evaluate your problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making abilities.

Round 5 - Coding Test 

**Coding tests** are commonly used in technical interviews to evaluate your programming skills. These tests usually involve solving algorithmic problems, debugging code, or writing efficient code to handle certain tasks. Here are the general types of coding tests you might encounter:

### 1. **Algorithm and Data Structure Questions:**
These focus on your ability to use algorithms and data structures to solve problems efficiently.
- **Sorting and Searching**
Example: Implement a sorting algorithm like QuickSort or MergeSort, or write a binary search function.
- **Linked Lists**
Example: Reverse a linked list or detect a cycle in a linked list.
- **Trees and Graphs**
Example: Find the height of a binary tree, or perform a breadth-first search (BFS) or depth-first search (DFS) on a graph.
- **Dynamic Programming**
Example: Solve problems like the Fibonacci sequence, the knapsack problem, or longest common subsequence.
- **Recursion**
Example: Write a function that calculates factorials or solves the Towers of Hanoi problem.

### 2. **String Manipulation:**
These problems test your ability to handle and manipulate strings efficiently.
- Example: Write a function to check if a string is a palindrome, or find the longest substring without repeating characters.

### 3. **Mathematical Problems:**
These involve solving problems with mathematical concepts.
- Example: Check if a number is prime, or find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of two numbers.

### 4. **Array and Matrix Problems:**
These involve operations and algorithms on arrays or matrices.
- Example: Rotate a matrix, find the maximum sum subarray (Kadane’s algorithm), or merge two sorted arrays.

### 5. **Problem Solving with Constraints:**
In some cases, you may be given a problem where you need to optimize for time or space complexity.
- Example: Write an algorithm that finds the shortest path in a maze with obstacles, and ensure that it runs in O(n log n) time.

### 6. **Debugging:**
In some coding tests, you might be asked to debug a given piece of code that’s producing errors or incorrect output.

### 7. **Object-Oriented Design:**
These questions test your ability to design systems and classes using object-oriented principles.
- Example: Design a class to represent a library system, or implement a parking lot with multiple types of vehicles.

---

### Tips for Coding Tests:

1. **Understand the Problem:**
- Read the problem statement carefully before jumping into writing code.
- Clarify the input, output, and constraints with the interviewer (if needed).

2. **Plan Your Approach:**
- Before writing code, think about the algorithm you’ll use and the time/space complexity.
- Break down the problem into smaller steps and outline your solution.

3. **Write Clean, Efficient Code:**
- Focus on writing readable and efficient code.
- Optimize your solution to handle edge cases and large input sizes.

4. **Test Your Solution:**
- Test your code with sample inputs, including edge cases (empty input, large numbers, etc.).

5. **Communicate Your Thought Process:**
- As you write your code, explain your approach to the interviewer. This shows your problem-solving process.

### Example Coding Problem:

**Problem:**
Write a function to find the "Nth" Fibonacci number.

**Solution:**
```python
def fibonacci(n):
if n <= 1:
return n
a, b = 0, 1
for i in range(2, n+1):
a, b = b, a + b
return b
```

**Explanation:**
- The Fibonacci sequence starts with 0 and 1, and each subsequent number is the sum of the two preceding ones.
- We use an iterative approach to calculate the Fibonacci number at the nth position.

### Practice Platforms:
To prepare for coding tests, you can practice on the following platforms:
- **LeetCode**
- **HackerRank**
- **CodeSignal**
- **Codewars**
- **Exercism**

These platforms provide a wide variety of problems to improve your coding skills and familiarize yourself with common interview questions.

Round 6 - Assignment 

An **assignment** in the context of a job or academic setting is typically a task or project that you're asked to complete as part of your evaluation. The nature of the assignment will depend on the type of role or course you're involved with. Below are a few types of assignments you might encounter, along with how you can approach them:

### 1. **Technical Assignment (for a tech role)**
If you're applying for a technical position (like software engineering or data science), you might be given a coding or algorithm-based task. This could include:
- **Building a program or web app**: You might be asked to create a simple application, implement an algorithm, or design a feature based on the company’s needs.
- **Data Analysis**: Given a dataset, you may be required to clean, analyze, and extract insights from it using tools like Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
- **Problem-Solving Tasks**: Solve algorithmic problems or complete coding challenges (similar to those in a coding interview).

**Approach:**
- **Understand the requirements**: Read the assignment carefully, understand the scope, and ask any questions if something isn’t clear.
- **Plan your solution**: Break down the task into smaller steps. Plan your code, database queries, or analysis method.
- **Test thoroughly**: Ensure your code or solution works with a variety of inputs, including edge cases.
- **Document your work**: Include comments in your code, and provide a brief explanation of your approach and thought process.

---

### 2. **Business Assignment (for a business role)**
In a business-related position, the assignment could involve:
- **Case Studies**: You may be given a hypothetical business problem, like a company facing challenges in sales or operations. You'll need to analyze the issue, suggest solutions, and present them clearly.
- **Market Research**: Conduct research about an industry or competitors, analyze trends, and compile a report with insights and recommendations.
- **Business Strategy**: Devise a strategy to help a company grow, expand its market, or improve operations.

**Approach:**
- **Identify key issues**: Make sure to fully understand the business problem, and highlight any key challenges.
- **Gather data**: Use relevant data, facts, or market trends to support your arguments.
- **Develop a solution**: Propose actionable solutions with clear reasoning, potential risks, and benefits.
- **Present your findings**: Structure your report or presentation logically, and be ready to defend your solution.

---

### 3. **Design or Creative Assignment**
For roles in design (graphic design, UX/UI, etc.), the assignment may involve:
- **Creating visual designs**: You could be tasked with designing logos, web pages, or app interfaces.
- **Developing a brand concept**: Designing a complete branding package, such as a logo, color scheme, and typography.
- **Wireframing or Prototyping**: Designing a prototype for a mobile or web application.

**Approach:**
- **Understand the brand or problem**: Research the company or product and ensure your design aligns with its values, audience, and goals.
- **Sketch or wireframe first**: Create initial mock-ups or wireframes before jumping into the final design.
- **Seek feedback**: If possible, get feedback from others to improve your design.
- **Present your design**: Provide context on how your design decisions align with the brand or project goals.

---

### 4. **Writing Assignment**
In fields like marketing, journalism, or academia, writing assignments are common. These might include:
- **Content creation**: Write a blog post, article, or social media content.
- **Research paper or essay**: You may be asked to write a research paper, analysis, or essay on a particular topic.
- **Copywriting**: Write persuasive copy for advertisements, websites, or product descriptions.

**Approach:**
- **Research thoroughly**: Understand the topic you're writing about, and gather credible sources or data.
- **Create an outline**: Organize your thoughts logically before writing the full content.
- **Write and revise**: Draft the assignment, then revise it for clarity, conciseness, and flow.
- **Proofread**: Make sure your writing is free of grammar or spelling errors.

---

### General Tips for Completing an Assignment:

- **Time Management**: Plan your time carefully. Break down the assignment into smaller tasks and set deadlines for each task.
- **Quality over Quantity**: Focus on providing a well-thought-out solution rather than rushing to complete a lot of work.
- **Seek Feedback**: If you're unsure about your approach, don't hesitate to ask for feedback from colleagues, peers, or mentors.
- **Polish Your Presentation**: Whether it's a report, code, or design, make sure your final deliverable is polished and easy to understand.

---

Would you like more specific guidance on a particular type of assignment you're working on?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. **Customize Your Resume and Cover Letter**: Tailor your resume and cover letter for each job you apply to. Highlight relevant skills and experiences that align with the job description.

2. **Network**: Connect with professionals in your industry, attend events, and use platforms like LinkedIn. Networking can open doors to unadvertised opportunities.

3. **Research Employers**: Before applying, research the company’s culture, values, and work environment. This will help you tailor your application and perform better in interviews.

4. **Stay Organized**: Keep track of the jobs you've applied to, the deadlines, and any follow-up actions. A job search can get overwhelming, so organization is key.

5. **Prepare for Interviews**: Practice common interview questions, research the company thoroughly, and have questions ready for the interviewer. Confidence and preparedness go a long way.

6. **Stay Persistent and Positive**: Job hunting can be tough, and rejection is part of the process. Stay motivated, keep improving your skills, and remain positive.

7. **Develop New Skills**: If you’re not landing the roles you want, consider taking online courses or certifications that can boost your qualifications and make you more marketable.

8. **Leverage Social Media**: Showcase your expertise by sharing articles, insights, or personal projects on LinkedIn. Employers sometimes use social media to find candidates.

Is there a particular area of the job search you’re focusing on? I can offer more targeted advice!
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I was interviewed in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is a polymorphism?
  • Q2. Can you explain difference between == and euqals()?
  • Q3. What is dependency inversion?
  • Q4. Can you explain ACID?
  • Q5. Please tell me about isolation levels

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

TCS user image chandrika gadaputi

posted on 17 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I was interviewed in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Numerical aptitude test, logical reasoning test, and technical aptitude test.

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Case study GD, topic based GD,Role_play GD

Round 3 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you tell me yourself ?
  • Ans. 

    I am a software developer with 5 years of experience in Java, Python, and SQL.

    • 5 years of experience in Java, Python, and SQL

    • Strong problem-solving skills

    • Experience working in Agile development environment

    • Familiarity with version control systems like Git

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How did you hear about this role?
  • Ans. 

    I found this role through a job posting on LinkedIn.

    • Saw job posting on LinkedIn

    • Applied through company website

    • Referred by a friend who works at the company

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are your long term career goals?
  • Ans. 

    My long term career goal is to become a senior software architect and lead a team of developers to create innovative solutions.

    • Work towards gaining expertise in various programming languages and technologies

    • Take on leadership roles in projects to develop management and communication skills

    • Attend industry conferences and workshops to stay updated on latest trends and advancements

    • Seek opportunities for mentorship and pro

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Do you have any questions for me ?
  • Q5. What do you know about our company?
  • Ans. 

    Your company is a leading software development firm specializing in creating innovative solutions for various industries.

    • Your company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality software products.

    • You have a diverse portfolio of clients from different industries.

    • Your company values innovation and creativity in software development.

    • Your team is known for its expertise in cutting-edge technologies like AI and bloc...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your favourite programming language?
  • Ans. 

    My favorite programming language is Python because of its simplicity, readability, and versatility.

    • Python is known for its clean and readable syntax, making it easy to learn and understand.

    • Python has a large standard library with built-in modules for various tasks, reducing the need for external libraries.

    • Python is versatile and can be used for web development, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and more.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you explain the concept of object oriented programming?
  • Ans. 

    Object oriented programming is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects, which can contain data in the form of fields and code in the form of procedures.

    • Objects are instances of classes, which define the structure and behavior of the objects.

    • Encapsulation is the concept of bundling data and methods that operate on the data within a single unit, such as a class.

    • Inheritance allows classes to inherit attribu...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for TCS Software Developer interview:
  • General tropics
  • Communication Skills
  • Time Management
  • Leadership Skills
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Network and make connections
Update your resume and online profiles
Research the company
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Project based questions
  • Q2. Scenario based question (multithreading and caching related scenarios were asked to me)
  • Q3. One coding challenge

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Questions vary from team to team.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It included all aptitude

Round 2 - Assignment 

Contains all pseudo questions related to DSA

Round 3 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What is a class?
  • Ans. 

    A class is a blueprint for creating objects in object-oriented programming.

    • Defines the properties and behaviors of objects

    • Can be used to create multiple instances of objects

    • Encapsulates data and methods within a single unit

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is an object?
  • Ans. 

    An object is a self-contained entity that consists of data and methods to manipulate that data.

    • Objects are instances of classes in object-oriented programming.

    • They have attributes (data) and methods (functions) to operate on the data.

    • Objects can interact with each other through method calls.

    • Example: In a car simulation program, a 'Car' object may have attributes like 'color' and 'speed', and methods like 'accelerate' a

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How the login page comes when clicks on some webpage icon like facebook?
  • Ans. 

    The login page is displayed when a user clicks on a webpage icon like Facebook by redirecting to a separate login page.

    • Clicking on the webpage icon triggers a redirect to the login page

    • The login page prompts the user to enter their credentials

    • After successful login, the user is redirected back to the original webpage

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. DDL and DML commands
  • Q5. Polymorphism and method overriding?
  • Q6. Entire opps in java
  • Ans. 

    Object-oriented programming in Java involves creating classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation.

    • Classes are blueprints for objects, defining attributes and behaviors.

    • Objects are instances of classes, representing real-world entities.

    • Inheritance allows a class to inherit attributes and methods from another class.

    • Polymorphism enables objects to be treated as instances of their parent class.

    • Encapsulat...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via campus placement at Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Delhi and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

First round was Aptitude which was quite easy

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Resume bases Question
  • Q2. Question on OOPS
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Resume and scenario based question
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a software developer with 5 years of experience in Java and Python.

    • Experienced in Java and Python programming languages

    • Worked on developing web applications using Spring framework

    • Familiar with Agile development methodologies

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What challenges do you faced during your project and how you approached them
  • Ans. 

    I faced challenges with integrating third-party APIs and resolved them by thoroughly researching documentation and seeking help from colleagues.

    • Integrating third-party APIs required understanding complex documentation

    • Encountered issues with data formatting and authentication

    • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and find solutions

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Different types of streams based questions
  • Q2. Collection , competable future, java 8 features

Tata Group Interview FAQs

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