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Updated 2 Feb 2025

Top TCS System Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. Election Winner Determination In an ongoing election between two candidates A and B, there is a queue of voters that includes supporters of A, supporters of B, and neutr ...read more
  • Q2. Mirror String Problem Statement Given a string S containing only uppercase English characters, determine if S is identical to its reflection in the mirror. Example: Inpu ...read more
  • Q3. 1. Explain about ur tech stacks? 2. What is Class loader? 3. What is Auto Configuration? 4. What is an object? 5. How to handle exceptions in spring? 6. Intermediate vs t ...read more
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TCS System Engineer Interview Experiences

1.1k interviews found

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

There are two main sections: foundation and advanced. The foundation section consists of three subsections: quantitative, reasoning, and verbal. If you pass the foundation section but do not clear the advanced section, you will be considered for either the ninja role or the digital role during the interview process. The advanced section includes advanced aptitude questions and two coding questions.

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you provide an introduction about yourself?
  • Q2. 3 to 4 questions based on database
  • Q3. 2 easy coding questions
  • Q4. Questions based on technology that I knew
  • Q5. Situation based questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on the first round, as it can be quite challenging; once you pass it and are selected for an interview, the subsequent process feels considerably easier.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via TCS and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What is hash technology?
  • Q2. What is block chain?
  • Q3. What is DML?
  • Q4. Convert binay to decimal and viceversa.
  • Q5. Find max number in array?
  • Q6. Write basic html , for inserting image and create table.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just have concept of Oops, one programming language, DBMS and SQL, core engineering subjects and just know definition of recent technology

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I was interviewed in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. All Linux commands and options
  • Q2. How to configure NFS, NTP,DNS servers
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Linux Patch Management
  • Q2. Linux servers updates
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why you want to join TCS
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical based
  • Q2. What is different between workgroup and domain
  • Ans. 

    Workgroup is a peer-to-peer network where each computer has its own security settings, while a domain is a centralized network managed by a server with shared security settings.

    • Workgroup is decentralized, each computer manages its own security settings

    • Domain is centralized, managed by a server with shared security settings

    • Workgroup is suitable for small networks, domain is suitable for larger networks

    • In a workgroup, us...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What should a system administrator`s routine be?
  • Ans. 

    A system administrator's routine involves monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, implementing security measures, and maintaining backups.

    • Regularly monitoring system performance and resource usage

    • Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues as they arise

    • Implementing and maintaining security measures to protect the system from cyber threats

    • Performing regular backups and ensuring data integrity

    • Updating s...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

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System Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Akash Ghadage

posted on 6 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude tests typically assess quantitative skills and reasoning abilities.

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Two programming questions: the first is easy, and the second is medium.

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you describe your background and experience? What can you share about your project-related experiences?
  • Ans. 

    I have a strong background in system engineering with experience in various projects.

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a focus on system engineering

    • Worked on implementing and maintaining network infrastructure for a large corporation

    • Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V

    • Managed projects involving system upgrades and migrations

    • Certified in Cisco networking and Microsoft server te

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your understanding of Java Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)?
  • Ans. 

    Java OOP 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.

    • Java OOP involves the use of classes and objects.

    • Encapsulation is a key concept where data is kept private within a class and accessed through public methods.

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

    • Polymorphism enables objects to be...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare technical topics with an emphasis on enhancing communication skills.

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System Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Mohammed Thalha

posted on 13 Dec 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It contains Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning, Puzzles, Numerical Ability, and programming round in aptitude test programming contains 2 questions 1 is beginner to intermediate, 2nd question is intermediate to master level. (Any programming language)

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced System Engineer with a strong background in network infrastructure and troubleshooting.

    • Over 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems

    • Proficient in various operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and Unix

    • Skilled in network security, virtualization, and cloud computing

    • Certified in Cisco CCNA and CompTIA Network+

    • Strong problem-solving and communica

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Asked questions from my resume, I'm fresher while applying so most of the questions I got from my projects.
Round 3 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and experienced System Engineer with a strong background in network infrastructure and troubleshooting.

    • Over 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining network systems

    • Proficient in various operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and Unix

    • Skilled in troubleshooting network issues and providing timely solutions

    • Certified in Cisco CCNA and CompTIA Network+

    • Strong communication and tea...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your strength?
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong technical knowledge.

    • Strong problem-solving skills - I am able to analyze complex issues and come up with effective solutions.

    • Attention to detail - I pay close attention to the specifics of a project to ensure accuracy and quality.

    • Strong technical knowledge - I have a solid understanding of various systems and technologies, allowing me to troub

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is your weakness?
  • Ans. 

    My greatest weakness is that I tend to be overly critical of my own work.

    • I have a tendency to spend too much time perfecting a project, which can sometimes lead to delays in completion.

    • I am working on improving my ability to delegate tasks and trust others to take on more responsibility.

    • I have been actively seeking feedback from colleagues to help me gain perspective on my work and make necessary improvements.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Tell me about your knowledge in organization
  • Ans. 

    I have strong knowledge in organization, including project management, time management, and resource allocation.

    • Experience in creating project plans and timelines

    • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively

    • Skilled in allocating resources efficiently to meet project goals

    • Familiarity with tools and techniques for organizing and tracking project progress

    • Strong communication skills to coordinate with team m

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This job is for freshers, Learn aptitude set of questions refering previous aptitude pattern is well enough. Get some programming knowledge in any one language. Communication is important for Technical and HR round focus on that.
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via campus placement at Sastra University

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Medium to hard level, 2 coding questions which was easy level

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Resume based questions were asked.
  • Q2. What is difference between supervised and unsupervised and codes in machine learning.
  • Ans. 

    Supervised learning uses labeled data for training, while unsupervised learning uses unlabeled data.

    • Supervised learning requires labeled data for training, while unsupervised learning does not.

    • In supervised learning, the model learns from input-output pairs, while in unsupervised learning, the model finds patterns in the data.

    • Examples of supervised learning include classification and regression tasks, while examples of...

  • Answered by AI

System Engineer interview

user image Arvind Singh Pemawat

posted on 28 Oct 2021

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Write a program to reverse your name
  • Ans. 

    Program to reverse a given name

    • Create a function that takes a string as input

    • Convert the string into an array of characters

    • Reverse the array of characters

    • Join the reversed array back into a string and return

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain about your recent task or program you worked on and what difficulties you face and how did you over come
  • Ans. 

    I recently worked on implementing a new network monitoring system for our company.

    • Identified key requirements for the network monitoring system

    • Researched and evaluated different monitoring tools available in the market

    • Faced challenges in integrating the new system with existing infrastructure

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address compatibility issues

    • Implemented a phased approach to deployment to minimize d

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why are you looking for job change
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

    • Looking for opportunities to expand my skill set

    • Seeking a more challenging role

    • Interested in working with new technologies

    • Want to explore different industry sectors

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Firstly the question was to find the Relative Velocity of two trains, Second was the permutations and combinations based question and third was the Age Related basic question.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Python program to remove duplicate entries in a give array.
  • Ans. 

    Python program to remove duplicate entries in a given array of strings.

    • Use a set to store unique elements while iterating through the array.

    • Convert the set back to a list to maintain the order of elements.

    • Return the list with duplicate entries removed.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. SQL - Second Largest Question

TCS Interview FAQs

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

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How long is the TCS System Engineer interview process?

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

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TCS System Engineer Interview Process

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6 Interview rounds

  • Technical Round - 1
  • Technical Round - 2
  • HR Round - 1
  • HR Round - 2
  • Personal Interview1 Round
  • HR Round - 3
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