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TCS Graduate Trainee Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 18 Jan 2025

Top TCS Graduate Trainee Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. Consonant Counting Problem Statement Given a string STR comprising uppercase and lowercase characters and spaces, your task is to count the number of consonants in the s ...read more
  • Q2. 1.what is cloud computing?? 2. How many types of clouds? 3. What is Virtualization? 4. Difference between Saas and Paas? 5. What are data types? 6. What is Artificial Int ...read more
  • Q3. We use multiple inheritance in C++. Does java supports it? If not then what java used instead of multiple inheritance?
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TCS Graduate Trainee Interview Experiences

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Graduate Trainee Interview Questions & Answers

user image TARUN KUMAR

posted on 27 Jun 2023

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Jun 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 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. How does google earth work?
  • Ans. 

    Google Earth uses satellite imagery, aerial photography, and GIS data to create a virtual globe that users can explore.

    • Google Earth collects high-resolution satellite imagery and aerial photography from various sources.

    • It uses GIS (Geographic Information System) data to overlay maps, terrain, and other geographic information.

    • Users can navigate the virtual globe by zooming in and out, panning, and tilting to view differ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. A garden, a beach, and one more thing what would you choose and why?
  • Q3. Sql - delete, joins, ER diagram
  • Q4. What is f in printf()? What is conio.h we use in c?
  • Ans. 

    In printf(), f is a format specifier used to display floating-point numbers. conio.h is a header file used for console input and output functions in C.

    • f in printf() is a format specifier used to display floating-point numbers, like %f for float and %lf for double.

    • conio.h is a header file used for console input and output functions in C, like getch() and clrscr().

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Coding Test 

Dangling pointers, the Fibonacci series, and some psychological questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for TCS Graduate Trainee interview:
  • DSA
  • C
  • SQL
  • Networking Protocols
  • Strong Communication Skills
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Do one language by heart - I did C
and DSA by heart and the job is yours. :)
2. Be patient, it may take the whole day, but best not to leave without giving the interview.
3. Be honest no matter what - I didn't know java at that time and told the interviewer that my 3rd year has just started and I am not that confident in java, He said OK.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Yeah you must prepare all the basic and as well as depath topics also in c and java ..etc .. but don't say don't know the answer try to tell something about the topic either tell present I didn't remember ...
Round 2 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Q2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q3. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q4. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q5. And also leran about cloud computing black chine .. basics

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I always believe one thing ..
Give your best
Hope for the best
And be prepared for the worest

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Graduate Trainee Interview Questions & Answers

user image Bipul Vishwakarma

posted on 26 Feb 2022

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Prepare from india bix .
Percentage
profit and loss
Mixtures and allegations
This type of questions were asked in aptitude test

Round 2 - Technical 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself was the first question.
  • Q2. On the basis of your introduction interviewer will ask questions to you, So be honest and clear with your words what you are saying in the introduction.
  • Q3. Some questions on unix
  • Q4. Types of joins in SQL. What is primary key and foreign key.
  • Ans. 

    Types of joins in SQL and definition of primary key and foreign key.

    • Types of joins in SQL include inner join, left join, right join, and full outer join.

    • Primary key is a unique identifier for a record in a table.

    • Foreign key is a field in a table that refers to the primary key of another table.

    • Joins are used to combine data from two or more tables based on a related column.

    • Examples of joins include joining a customer ta...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How will you install unix in your PC ?
  • Ans. 

    To install Unix on a PC, you need to create a bootable USB or CD and follow the installation process.

    • Download the Unix distribution you want to install

    • Create a bootable USB or CD using software like Rufus or UNetbootin

    • Insert the bootable USB or CD into your PC and restart it

    • Follow the installation process, selecting the appropriate options

    • Once the installation is complete, you can boot into Unix by selecting it from th

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Few questions based on my final year project.
  • Q7. Scenario based questions. What if in my project the search option is giving wrong search results, How I am going to solve.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest with your resume and introduction.
Behave like a fresher if you are a fresher.
Stay confident and Clear with your word.
Learn basics of programming.
That's it .
Keep moving forward.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via campus placement at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Durgapur and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Oop question, java question, DSA question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Stay confident

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 (1)

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 (1)

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 (1)

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 (25)

 Production Graduate Engineer Trainee

 (1)

 Graduate Student

 (3)

 Graduate Engineer

 (2)

 fresher Graduate

 (2)

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

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. *Self introduction.
  • Q2. *About project.
  • Q3. *Questions on project
  • Q4. *Basic questions on python.
  • Q5. General HR questions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you have applied for graduate trainee, learn basics of programming language.
Basic programs on any programming language, if you have done any project it will be added advantage to you.

Get interview-ready with Top TCS Interview Questions

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. TR interview Tell me about yourself.explain oops concepts with real time example.what is the version of your mobile.Tell something about sdlc.what do you know about agile process.
  • Q2. MR interview Tell about tcs
  • Q3. HR interview Introduce yourself Can you relocate Why tcs

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - First of all for written test we need a month to get prepared because we have recollect everything that we studied from 6th grade to 10.There will be 3 portions 1.numerical 2.verbal 3.logical.we need to focus more on numerical.other 2 are vast but easy.so spend more time on numerical.don't forget to revise the verbal and logical.All the best.
TR and MR interview
Congratulations you have passed your aptitudes.Beware of your resume.read your resume thoroughly.Be ready with the basic concepts of java,sdlc,rdbms.add some more fluency to your English and pour some confidence with a smile.before a week of your interview get ready with your content after that practice to deliver those things with your speech.spend more time in front of your mirror speak a lot.Mainly do some research about the company.
HR interview
A very friendly interview.know a lot about the company.They will excepting you to know about their company.In this interview they will focus on your attitude and english fluency.They will ask if you jave any queries make this an opportunity to involve your interest.
My questions were.1.if I get selected what will be my roles and responsibilities.2.what is the best thing you love about tcs.
That's it finish with a humble smile and thank them
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

There are Mathamatical, Logical and Grammatical question mostly asked so try to solve lots of aptitude test before exam for the practice .. Links are available on google and also Indiabix app is best for aptitude practice.

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 1) Tell me something about yourself? 2)Tell me something about tcs? 3) In which language you're comparetable ? 4) Asking about difference between c and c++? 5) Defination of array and type of array? 6...
  • Ans. 

    Interview questions for Graduate Trainee position including personal, technical and shift-related questions.

    • Introduced myself and highlighted my skills and achievements

    • Explained TCS as a global IT services and consulting company

    • Stated my proficiency in Java and Python

    • Differentiated C and C++ based on OOPs concepts and features

    • Defined array as a collection of similar data types and mentioned types like one-dimensional, ...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Simple basis question they was asked.. 1) Tell me something about yourself? 2) How you know about tcs? And why u want join tcs? 3) when u join tcs how you develope your skills? 4) After selected in tcs...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - When you apply for any job the do a practice for next step it's test and interview..In interview always wear professional dress.
Try to give ans to contact with interviewer.

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Simple aptitude average percentage ratio

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Basic coding questions

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic programming questions
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic HR questions where do you live

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just studying basic questions it will be enough for you

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Learn the formulae and implementation of it

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is SLA Why do you want to work with tcs
  • Ans. 

    SLA stands for Service Level Agreement. It is a contract between a service provider and a customer that outlines the level of service expected.

    • SLA defines the level of service a customer can expect from a service provider

    • It outlines the metrics that will be used to measure the service provided

    • SLA includes penalties or rewards for meeting or failing to meet the agreed-upon service level

    • Examples of SLA include response t...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be bold and confident while saying about yourself

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Academics Percentage

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This interview is a technical round he asked questions regarding DBMS and related to my project

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Graduate Trainee interview?
TCS interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process are Technical, Aptitude Test and HR.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Graduate Trainee interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS Graduate Trainee interview -

  1. 1.what is cloud computing?? 2. How many types of clouds? 3. What is Virtualizat...read more
  2. We use multiple inheritance in C++. Does java supports it? If not then what jav...read more
  3. What is oops What is dbms Types of computer network Tell me about yourself Tell...read more
How long is the TCS Graduate Trainee interview process?

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

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TCS Graduate Trainee Interview Process

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5 Interview rounds

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