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Updated 5 Mar 2025

Top TCS Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. #include int main() { int any = ' ' * 10; printf("%d", any); return 0; } What is the output?
  • Q2. Compute the nearest larger number by interchanging its digits updated.Given 2 numbers a and b find the smallest number greater than b by interchanging the digits of a and ...read more
  • Q3. Write a program to find a number that is palindrome or not ?
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TCS Interview Experiences

73 interviews found

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Nov 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was aptitude test, In that coding section also there. According our choice we can select programing language.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic Concepts of Programming Languages
  • Q2. Related your graduation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I have always been a person who likes to focus on the technical skillset of my job and not the communication skills. However, in today's society, it is important to have good communication skills so that you can be successful in your career. If you are looking for a way to improve your communication skills, I suggest that you try to write down your ideas in a journal. Write down what you think about, what you are passionate about, and what you want to accomplish in your life. This will help you become more creative and also help you with your communication skills.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Normal questions realted maths & some
Scenario based

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Hoe to find prime number.

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Normal pseudo code questions
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About your self
  • Q2. Why do you want to join
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about technology and eager to learn and grow in the field of system engineering.

    • Passionate about technology

    • Eager to learn and grow

    • Interested in system engineering

  • Answered by AI

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Q2. Compute the nearest larger number by interchanging its digits upd ... read more
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Q3. Write a program to find a number that is palindrome or not ?
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Q4. Basic print function of python and OOPS concept explanation
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Q5. Write a sql query to find all records whose base branch city is k ... read more

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude, reasoning and verbal qstns

Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do your prefer an IT job?
  • Q2. Basic Coding questions in the language we prefer
  • Q3. What is the operating system in your laptop?
  • Ans. 

    The operating system in my laptop is Windows 10.

    • My laptop runs on Windows 10 operating system.

    • Windows 10 is a popular operating system developed by Microsoft.

    • It has a user-friendly interface and supports a wide range of software applications.

    • Some of the key features of Windows 10 include Cortana, Microsoft Edge, and virtual desktops.

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Are you ready to relocate?
  • Q2. Mention your strength and weakness
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and say what your really know. Stay calm and prepare well. All the best!!

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before May 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

General aptitude and reasoning

Round 2 - Coding Test 

2 coding questions of python were there

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical and hr interview
  • Q2. Basics of python programming and oops questions

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between truncate and delete command
  • Ans. 

    Truncate is a DDL command that removes all records from a table, while delete is a DML command that removes specific records.

    • Truncate is faster than delete as it does not log individual row deletions.

    • Truncate resets the identity seed of the table, while delete does not.

    • Truncate cannot be rolled back, while delete can be rolled back using a transaction.

    • Truncate does not fire triggers, while delete does.

    • Example: TRUNCATE...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between clustering and grouping
  • Ans. 

    Clustering is grouping similar data points together based on their characteristics, while grouping is organizing data into categories based on predefined criteria.

    • Clustering is unsupervised learning, while grouping is typically done based on predefined rules or criteria.

    • Clustering aims to find natural groupings in data, while grouping is more about organizing data for easier analysis.

    • Example: Clustering can be used in ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is encapsulation. Explain it with example
  • Ans. 

    Encapsulation is the concept of bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit, known as a class.

    • Encapsulation helps in hiding the internal state of an object and restricting access to it.

    • It allows for data hiding, which prevents direct access to an object's attributes.

    • Encapsulation also helps in achieving data abstraction, where only necessary details are exposed to the outside world.

    • Example: In...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on communication skills as you will be fresher. They won't be expecting anything more from you. Basic knowledge is enough.

Communication skills are very very important.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

First round is both aptitude and coding round
Even if we dont clear coding we will be selected for ninja process

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Self intro Difference between SQL and MySQL OOPS concept DBMS question Write any code in recursion concept Fibonacci code
  • Q2. In HR round they verified the original documents
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

There was 20 questions of aptitude medium level

Round 2 - Coding Test 

2 coding questions can be solved in language of our choice

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic coding questions on prefered language
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions about location of work, situation based questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - As a fresher tcs wont go role specific questions it is only generic coding questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Common question with all aptitude topics- not tough but average

Round 2 - Coding Test 

If your strong in coding you can crack it

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asking questions based on the resume and projects
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They will ask about the shifts and normal hr discussions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - As a fresher just go through the other experiences then you will have on idea to crack.

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. I started with my name, living place and then education in detail with my skills. Then to the project in my college days and course I did. Then to my computer knowledge as I am a mechanical department stud...
  • Q3. Basic print function of python and OOPS concept explanation
  • Ans. 

    Python's print function and OOPS concept explanation

    • The print() function is used to display output on the console

    • It can take multiple arguments separated by commas

    • OOPS stands for Object-Oriented Programming System

    • It is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects

    • Objects have properties (attributes) and methods (functions)

    • Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism are key OOPS concepts

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. I explained about the print function and respective syntax for various data types and clearly explained each OOPS pillars with real time examples.
  • Q5. I have mentioned analytical skills .So an aptitude question is asked with speed and distance.
  • Q6. I am able to answer it correctly and that's all about Technical round
  • Q7. I was asked to tell a clear explanation of my projects each in brief and a general question regarding the quarrel of issues between the members of project and how will you resolve it?
  • Q8. Then , Last to General HR, He asked about the general questions about the Night shift willingness and relocation details. Ask me to show the certificate of my 10th and 12th standards as well as college dig...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I was quiet nervous about the interview which has three rounds and the respective HR questions regarding. But it was a very easy interview and I also got the clear idea of an professional interview views. Got my offer letter one month after. Don't be nervous .Stay calm and be well prepared with the "Tell me about yourself and the Projects details". If online interview, make an good eye contact and be honest with every answer. Don't make an situation answer which will make you bad. If not known the answer, straight answer as I don't have clear idea about it, currently learning it. No other answers or adjusting ..Gives bad impressions. Good Luck

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basic and advanced math and reasoning questions.

Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic Technical questions on oops, dbms, project. And basic simple hr questions.
  • Q2. Basic managerial questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Stay confident, you can do it. You are the best for the role.

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Assistant System Engineer Trainee interview for freshers?
TCS interview process for freshers usually has 3-4 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process for freshers are Technical, Aptitude Test and HR.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Assistant System Engineer Trainee interview for freshers?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS Assistant System Engineer Trainee interview for freshers -

  1. Basic print function of python and OOPS concept explanat...read more
  2. Write a sql query to find all records whose base branch city is kolkata and hav...read more
  3. Principles of oops and explain agile methodologies and explain uses of stack an...read more
How long is the TCS Assistant System Engineer Trainee interview process?

The duration of TCS Assistant System Engineer Trainee interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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TCS Interview Process

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  • HR Round - 1
  • Technical Round - 2
  • HR Round - 2
  • HR Round - 3
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