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TCS Software Developer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 3 Mar 2025

Top TCS Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. Palindromic Numbers Finder Given an integer 'N', your task is to identify all palindromic numbers from 1 to 'N'. These are numbers that read the same way forwards and ba ...read more
  • Q2. Strings of Numbers Problem Statement You are given two integers 'N' and 'K'. Consider a set 'X' of all possible strings of 'N' number of digits where all strings only co ...read more
  • Q3. Maximum Vehicle Registrations Problem Bob, the mayor of a state, seeks to determine the maximum number of vehicles that can be uniquely registered. Each vehicle's regist ...read more
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TCS Software Developer Interview Experiences

498 interviews found

I was interviewed before Oct 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. C programming and subject related questions
  • Q2. Basic hr questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Aptitude test
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Questions: 35

College Name: Bist bhopal

I was interviewed in Sep 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: There are 4 sections with some questions carrying higher weightage (marked*);definitely answering these questions correctly is a bonus but it carries negative marking.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Questions: 60

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: One needs to craft their resume properly;
Majority of the questions are asked from it.
Mention only those skills at which you excel.
No bluffing.


Round: HR Interview
Experience: Questions based on academic performance,
Strength and weakness ,
Will night shift do?
And is it okay if they provide you job at different locations?


Skills: Confidence Levels Of Students, Communication, Inter Person Communication Skills, Personality
College Name: Fr.Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering

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I was interviewed in Sep 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: Just normal debt and then result after process
Tips: Just be focus and keep your point clear and never try to go over the topic just make it simple and effective
Duration: 30 minutes

I was interviewed before Sep 2020.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 90 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

It was moderate an any average student could have done it

  • Q1. 

    Reverse Array Elements

    Given an array containing 'N' elements, the task is to reverse the order of all array elements and display the reversed array.

    Explanation:

    The elements of the given array need to...

  • Ans. 

    Reverse the order of elements in an array and display the reversed array.

    • Iterate through the array from both ends and swap the elements until the middle is reached.

    • Use a temporary variable to store the element being swapped.

    • Print the reversed array after all elements have been swapped.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This is the final round of the recruitment process. The interview panel can question you anything related to your personality, family, education, hobbies, internships, general knowledge, etc.
The key here is to be confident about everything you speak.

Interview Preparation Tips

Professional and academic backgroundI applied for the job as SDE - 1 in NoidaEligibility criteria60 or above in 10+2Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data structures, OOPS , Algorithms, Aptitude, ReasoningTime required to prepare for the interview - 6 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : master any language, c++ in my case
Tip 2 : do atleast 200 coding questions only then u will be confident
Tip 3 : Do atleast 2 projects, 1 minor , 1 major

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Don't Put Everything on There. Your resume should not have every work experience you've ever had listed on it. 
Tip 2 : Keep it to a Page.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: It was tough
Tips: solve previous year questions

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: General question
project discussion
Tips: Prepare all you write in resume

Round: HR Interview
Experience: general HR question
Tips: just wanna confirm if you would join ornot

General Tips: study hard to get all youned
Skills: programming
College Name: NIT MEGHALAYA
Motivation: its the only company that comes to our college
Funny Moments: NA

Get interview-ready with Top TCS Interview Questions

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. Share your training experience
  • Ans. 

    I have completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and attended various workshops and online courses to enhance my skills.

    • Completed Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

    • Attended workshops on new technologies

    • Completed online courses on programming languages like Python and Java

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the subjects you like the most
  • Ans. 

    I enjoy subjects related to algorithms, data structures, and machine learning.

    • Algorithms

    • Data structures

    • Machine learning

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why you want to be in tcs
  • Ans. 

    I want to be in TCS because of its reputation for innovation, global presence, and opportunities for growth.

    • TCS is known for its innovative projects and cutting-edge technologies.

    • The global presence of TCS offers opportunities to work on diverse projects and collaborate with teams from around the world.

    • TCS provides ample opportunities for career growth and skill development through training programs and certifications.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Do you have any experience in programming ? If yes , explain?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have experience in programming.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

    • I have worked as a software developer for 3 years.

    • I am proficient in programming languages like Java, C++, and Python.

    • I have developed web applications using frameworks like React and Angular.

    • I have experience in database management with SQL and NoSQL databases.

    • I have worked on projects involving data analysis and machine learning algo

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Tell me something about yourself otherthan mentioned in the cv?
  • Ans. 

    I am an avid hiker and have climbed several mountains in the past year.

    • I enjoy spending time outdoors and challenging myself physically

    • Hiking helps me clear my mind and stay focused

    • One of my proudest achievements is reaching the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro last summer

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Why tcs ?
  • Ans. 

    TCS is a global IT services company with a strong reputation for innovation and career growth opportunities.

    • TCS has a strong reputation for innovation and cutting-edge technology solutions.

    • TCS offers excellent career growth opportunities and training programs for employees.

    • TCS has a global presence with a diverse range of clients and projects.

    • TCS values work-life balance and employee well-being.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Any preferences for joining location and why?
  • Ans. 

    I prefer joining a location with a vibrant tech community and opportunities for growth.

    • Prefer locations with tech hubs like Silicon Valley or Seattle

    • Seek opportunities for networking and collaboration with other developers

    • Desire access to top companies and innovative projects

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Do you mind if we put you in any of the location.
  • Ans. 

    I am open to working in any location for the right opportunity.

    • I am flexible and willing to relocate for the right job.

    • I understand that different locations may offer unique opportunities for growth and development.

    • I am excited about the possibility of experiencing new cultures and environments through work.

    • I believe that being open to different locations can lead to a more diverse and enriching career.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Questions about basic reasoning and class 11-12 maths
Tips: Stick to basics , try to solve as many questions. .
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Questions: 40

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: Test of speaking and technical skills . Your attitude towards company and level of understanding of the domain is tested.
Tips: Be specific . Don't try to explain unnecessary .

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Your interest towards job is tested.
Tips: Be honest.

Skills: Speaking Skill, Domain Knowledge, Apptitude, Mathematical Methods In Signal Processing
College Name: Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University,Pune

I was interviewed before May 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell me something about our company?
  • Ans. 

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

    • Specializes in creating innovative software solutions

    • Works with clients from various industries

    • Known for high-quality and reliable products

    • Has a strong team of experienced developers

    • Provides excellent customer support

    • Example: Developed a custom CRM system for a large retail company

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: when Dr.kiran asked about TCS i just shocked because i didn't know anything about TCS, so just relaxed and i told TCS is a big most leading company now a days.etc
Tips: dont

College Name: college of computer science and infomation tech

I was interviewed before May 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Random technical questions
  • Q2. Random questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: NA
Tips: NA
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 30

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: NA
Tips: Prepare well

Round: HR Interview
Experience: NA
Tips: Prepare well

Skills: C Programming
College Name: PSG

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Software Developer interview?
TCS interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process are Technical, Aptitude Test and HR.
How to prepare for TCS Software Developer interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at TCS. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at TCS expect are Java, C#, Spring Boot, ASP.Net and Software Development.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Software Developer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS Software Developer interview -

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How long is the TCS Software Developer interview process?

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

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TCS Software Developer Interview Process

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5 Interview rounds

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  • HR Round - 1
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