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TCS Test Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 20 May 2025

40 Interview questions

🔥 Asked by recruiter 2 times
A Test Engineer was asked 1mo ago
Q. What is STLC?
Ans. 

STLC stands for Software Testing Life Cycle, outlining the phases of software testing from planning to closure.

  • 1. Requirement Analysis: Understanding testing requirements based on project specifications.

  • 2. Test Planning: Creating a test strategy and defining the scope, resources, and schedule.

  • 3. Test Case Design: Developing test cases and test scripts based on requirements.

  • 4. Test Environment Setup: Preparing the ...

A Test Engineer was asked 5mo ago
Q. What are the concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in Java?
Ans. 

OOP in Java 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.

  • Encapsulation: Bundling data (fields) and methods (procedures) that operate on the data into a single unit (object).

  • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

  • Polymorphism: The ability of different classes to be treated as inst...

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A Test Engineer was asked 6mo ago
Q. How do you write listeners and what are their uses?
Ans. 

Listeners in test automation are used to capture and log events during test execution.

  • Listeners are interfaces that collect and display information about test execution.

  • They can be used to generate logs, reports, and screenshots during test runs.

  • Common listeners in test automation frameworks include TestNG listeners and JUnit listeners.

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A Test Engineer was asked 6mo ago
Q. Explain your framework.
Ans. 

My framework is a data-driven automation framework using Selenium and TestNG.

  • Utilizes Selenium for web automation

  • Uses TestNG for test case management and execution

  • Supports data-driven testing with external data sources like Excel or CSV files

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A Test Engineer was asked 7mo ago
Q. Explain the testing procedure.
Ans. 

Testing procedure involves planning, designing, executing, and evaluating tests to ensure software quality.

  • 1. Planning phase involves defining test objectives, scope, and resources.

  • 2. Design phase includes creating test cases, test data, and test environment setup.

  • 3. Execution phase involves running tests, recording results, and reporting defects.

  • 4. Evaluation phase includes analyzing test results, identifying tre...

A Test Engineer was asked 7mo ago
Q. What do you know about scrum?
Ans. 

Scrum is an agile framework for managing work on complex projects.

  • Scrum involves breaking down work into small, manageable tasks called user stories.

  • It emphasizes frequent communication and collaboration among team members.

  • Scrum uses time-boxed iterations called sprints to deliver working software.

  • Roles in Scrum include Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Development Team.

  • Scrum ceremonies include Sprint Planning, Dai...

A Test Engineer was asked 8mo ago
Q. Write Java programs to manipulate strings.
Ans. 

Java provides various methods to manipulate and work with strings, including creation, comparison, and modification.

  • Strings in Java are immutable. Example: String str = 'Hello'; str = str + ' World'; // Creates a new string.

  • Use String methods like length(), charAt(), and substring(). Example: str.length() returns the length of the string.

  • String comparison can be done using equals() and compareTo(). Example: str1.e...

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A Test Engineer was asked 9mo ago
Q. Why did you choose TCS?
Ans. 

I chose TCS because of its reputation for providing excellent training, career growth opportunities, and a diverse range of projects.

  • Reputation for providing excellent training programs

  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement

  • Diverse range of projects to work on

A Test Engineer was asked 10mo ago
Q. Describe the pillars of OOP.
Ans. 

The pillars of OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) are encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

  • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit (class).

  • Inheritance: Ability to create new classes based on existing classes, inheriting their attributes and methods.

  • Polymorphism: Ability for objects of different classes to respond to the same message in different ways.

A Test Engineer was asked 11mo ago
Q. How can you calculate age using SQL?
Ans. 

To calculate age using SQL, subtract the birthdate from the current date.

  • Use DATEDIFF function to calculate the difference between birthdate and current date.

  • Divide the result by 365 to get the age in years.

  • Consider leap years for more accurate calculation.

TCS Test Engineer Interview Experiences

45 interviews found

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Vaibhav Dilip Shitole

posted on 13 Dec 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain your Framework
  • Ans. 

    My framework is a data-driven automation framework using Selenium and TestNG.

    • Utilizes Selenium for web automation

    • Uses TestNG for test case management and execution

    • Supports data-driven testing with external data sources like Excel or CSV files

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to write listeners and use of it
  • Ans. 

    Listeners in test automation are used to capture and log events during test execution.

    • Listeners are interfaces that collect and display information about test execution.

    • They can be used to generate logs, reports, and screenshots during test runs.

    • Common listeners in test automation frameworks include TestNG listeners and JUnit listeners.

  • Answered by AI

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Jan 2025

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

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in Java?
  • Ans. 

    OOP in Java 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.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data (fields) and methods (procedures) that operate on the data into a single unit (object).

    • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

    • Polymorphism: The ability of different classes to be treated as instances...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Selenium basic questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Scenarios based project questions
  • Q2. Testng java selenium testing
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Expected salary
  • Ans. 

    My expected salary is based on my experience, skills, and the industry standard for Test Engineers.

    • Consider my years of experience in the field

    • Research the average salary for Test Engineers in the industry

    • Factor in my skills and qualifications

    • Be open to negotiation based on the overall compensation package

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Which location is needed

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Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Usha Naik

posted on 12 Oct 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Selenium questions
  • Q2. Java questions on oops topic
  • Q3. Java programs on strings
  • Ans. 

    Java provides various methods to manipulate and work with strings, including creation, comparison, and modification.

    • Strings in Java are immutable. Example: String str = 'Hello'; str = str + ' World'; // Creates a new string.

    • Use String methods like length(), charAt(), and substring(). Example: str.length() returns the length of the string.

    • String comparison can be done using equals() and compareTo(). Example: str1.equals...

  • Answered by AI

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image subbu strom

posted on 22 Jun 2024

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 May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Process involved in STLC process
  • Ans. 

    STLC process involves planning, designing, executing, and reporting on software testing activities.

    • 1. Planning phase involves defining test objectives, scope, and resources.

    • 2. Design phase includes creating test cases, test data, and test environment setup.

    • 3. Execution phase is where tests are run, defects are logged, and progress is monitored.

    • 4. Reporting phase involves analyzing test results, preparing test reports, ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. The framework used for the automation testing
  • Ans. 

    The framework used for automation testing is Selenium WebDriver.

    • Selenium WebDriver is a popular automation testing framework used for web applications.

    • It supports multiple programming languages like Java, Python, C#, etc.

    • Selenium WebDriver allows testers to automate web browsers for testing purposes.

    • It provides a rich set of APIs for interacting with web elements and performing actions.

    • Test scripts can be written to pe...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Om pusadkar

posted on 6 Jul 2024

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

Quatitative aptitude
verbal aptitude
reasoning aptitude
blood realtion

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Two coding questions
one was basic
one was advanced

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and detail-oriented Test Engineer with a strong background in software testing and quality assurance.

    • Experienced in creating test plans, test cases, and executing tests

    • Proficient in using testing tools such as Selenium and Jira

    • Skilled in identifying and documenting software defects

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about your project
  • Ans. 

    Developed a test automation framework for a web application using Selenium and Java

    • Created test cases for UI, API, and database testing

    • Implemented data-driven testing using Excel sheets

    • Integrated with Jenkins for continuous integration

    • Performed cross-browser testing on Chrome, Firefox, and Safari

  • Answered by AI

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Feb 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Java selenium cucumber testng juint
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Describe Piller of oop?
  • Ans. 

    The pillars of OOP (Object-Oriented Programming) are encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit (class).

    • Inheritance: Ability to create new classes based on existing classes, inheriting their attributes and methods.

    • Polymorphism: Ability for objects of different classes to respond to the same message in different ways.

  • Answered by AI

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Shashank Shetty

posted on 7 Jan 2025

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked me about future plans in company

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 21 Oct 2024

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

Tcs ion python automation

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain java oops concept
  • Ans. 

    Java OOPs concept refers to the Object-Oriented Programming principles in Java, including encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit (class).

    • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

    • Polymorphism: Ability to present the same interface for different data types.

    • Abstraction: Hiding th...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain java collection framework
  • Ans. 

    Java Collection Framework is a set of classes and interfaces that provide various data structures and algorithms to store and manipulate collections of objects.

    • It provides interfaces like List, Set, Map, Queue, etc. for different types of collections.

    • Classes like ArrayList, LinkedList, HashSet, HashMap, PriorityQueue, etc. implement these interfaces.

    • It includes algorithms like sorting, searching, and manipulation of co...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Test Engineer interview?
TCS interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process are Technical, Coding Test and HR.
How to prepare for TCS Test Engineer 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 Automation Testing, Test Engineering, Core Java, Cucumber and Defect Management.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Test Engineer interview?

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How long is the TCS Test Engineer interview process?

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

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