About TCS B.Sc and BCA Ignite & Smart Hiring

About TCS:

Tata Consulting Services Ltd. was founded in 1968 by a division of Tata Sons Limited Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) is the famous Indian Information technology (IT) services, consulting and business Solutions Company headquartered in Mumbai. TCS operates in 46 countries throughout the world. TCS is the largest Indian company by market capital and is the biggest India-based IT services company .TCS is now placed among the "Big 4" most valuable IT services brands worldwide. In 2013, TCS is ranked 40th overall in the Forbes World's Most Innovative Companies ranking, making it both the highest-ranked IT services company and the top Indian company. TCS works on the ideology that Effective Change Management is...a practice where art, science, and craft meet.

About TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring – Batch of 2024

TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring is exclusively for candidates from the stream of BCA, B.Sc (IT, Computer Science, Maths, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Cyber Security, Biochemistry), B.Voc in CS/IT from the Batch of 2024.

TCS aims to tap into the potential of B.Sc graduates who may not have pursued traditional engineering degrees but possess the necessary aptitude and passion for technology. By providing the right platform and resources, TCS enables these individuals to build rewarding careers in IT.

Students for both TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring will undergo a single integrated test.

TCS B.Sc Ignite:

Students who perform exceptionally well during the TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring selection process will get an opportunity to join TCS Ignite – TCS’ unique ‘Science to Software’ program. This program trains you in trending technologies and will open the doorway to a holistic and global IT career at par with Engineers.

Key features of the program:

World Class Initial Learning Program - TCS Ignite offers one of the world's best Initial Learning Program, specifically tailored for science graduates to perform high quality software Engineering jobs.

Unique blend of cutting-edge technologies, art and innovation - learn by building exciting innovative products using technologies like Cloud, Blockchain, AR/VR/XR, AI/ML/GenAI, Robotics, and Digital Engineering.

Quality of work and career growth at par with Engineering Graduates.

Exclusive higher education opportunities - pursue specially tailored postgraduate degrees with leading Indian universities, with your TCS Initial Learning Program being recognized towards 50% of your higher education course credits.

Our compensation package - opportunity to participate in programs which can enhance your identity, career growth and compensation to the extent of 2.5x within 1-2 years of joining.

Join Ignite and unlock a world of possibilities. Together, let's redefine the boundaries of what's possible in the IT industry. Apply now and take the first step towards an extraordinary career!

Important Dates:

Registration end date: Thursday, 10th Oct 2024
Test Date: 15th Oct 2024 onwards

TCS Smart:

TCS B.Sc Smart Hiring program lays its emphasis on nurturing talent and providing comprehensive training to ensure that candidates are well-equipped to excel in their roles.

Key features:

Smart hires perform Techno Functional roles for our customers across TCS.

You will be deployed in projects across various domains, including Engineering, Quality Assurance, Data Analytics, and more.

We offer a structured training curriculum covering technical skills, domain knowledge, and soft skills, laying a strong foundation, thereby bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements.

The role demands rigor in process enablement, good speaking and writing skills, teamwork and strong analytical abilities.

For more details on eligibility criteria, kindly refer to the "Test Eligibility" section below.

Application Process for TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring – Batch of 2024

Below steps to be followed for registration:

Step 1. Logon to the TCS Next Step Portal Opens in new tab.

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Step 2. Verification Details as per Aadhaar

It is important and mandatory to update your details correctly.

Incorrect details submitted may lead to disqualification of your candidature.

Step 3. Register and apply for the TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring for Batch of 2024.

Scenario A - If you are a registered user, kindly login and proceed to complete the application form. Upon submission, kindly click on ‘Apply for Drive’.

Scenario B - If you are a new user, kindly click on Register Now, choose the category ‘IT’, and proceed to fill in your details. Submit your application form and click on ‘Apply for Drive’.

Important: Please ensure that the details in the TCS Application Form are complete and accurate (Academic Details, Internship, Work Experience, if any).

Step 4. Select your mode of test (In-Centre) and choose your preferred test centre & then click on Apply. Please Note, test centre once chosen cannot be changed.

Step 5. To confirm your status, check ‘Track Your Application’. The status should reflect as ‘Applied for Drive’.

Important Note:

Please note that this is an In-centre test.

Kindly be informed that the allotment of seats in the respective centres will be on ‘First-Come-First Serve’ basis and hence it is important to register and apply at the earliest to select your preferred Test centre. The selection of preferred city will be restricted once the seats are full (you will not be able to select your preferred city if the seats are already full).

You must have all your original documents as applicable (Marksheets, Degree Certificate, Internship Letter, Work Experience Letter if any).

Communication related to the test will be shared with you by ‘TCS iON’ – Our Test Provider.

TCS does not send job offers / any hiring related communication from unofficial email ids like Gmail, Rediff mail, Yahoo mail, Hotmail etc.

TCS does not ask candidates to deposit any money for job offers.

TCS is not associated with any external agency / company to conduct any interviews or make offers of employment on its behalf.

Helpdesk:

For any assistance, please reach out to our TCS TAG Helpline Team.

Email ID: ilp.support@tcs.com | Toll-Free Helpline No: 18002093111

Test Pattern:

TCS iON is the test provider for TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring process. Candidates must appear in-person to give the test.

The duration of assessment is 120 mins and is divided into 4 sections:

Numerical Ability

Verbal Ability

Reasoning Ability

Coding (Optional)

Please click on the below link to download the sample question paper for practice.

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Test Eligibility:

Courses and Discipline: Full-time graduates from BCA, B.Sc (IT, Computer Science, Maths, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Cyber Security, Biochemistry), B.Voc (CS/IT) from the batch of 2024 are eligible.

Percentage: Minimum aggregate (aggregate of all subjects in all semesters) of 50% or above or equivalent CGPA in each of 'Class 10th, Class 12th, Diploma (if applicable), Graduation which includes successful completion of final year / semester.

Backlogs: Candidates should not have any backlog at the time of appearing for TCS selection process. The course should have been completed within the stipulated course duration.

Gap / Break in education: It is mandatory for students to declare gaps in education, if any in the TCS Application Form. The overall academic gap should not exceed 24 months until highest qualification. Relevant document proof, as applicable, will be checked for gaps in education.

Extended education: It is mandatory that the course is cleared and completed within the stipulated time duration.

Course Types: Only Full-Time courses will be considered (Part Time / Correspondence courses will not be considered). Candidates who have completed their Secondary and / or Senior Secondary course from NIOS (National Institute of Open Schooling) are also eligible to apply if the other courses are full-time.

Age: Minimum age – 18 years and Maximum age - 28 years.

Work Experience: The role is for ‘Entry Level Requirement’. However, prior work experience, if any is required to be mandatorily declared by the candidates in the TCS Application form. Also, necessary documents supporting this experience is required to be submitted by the candidates at the time of TCS selection process.

Note: Kindly note that we have a stringent eligibility criteria and a robust selection process. Your eligibility as per the defined criteria will be checked at various stages of the selection process. At any point of time if you are found ineligible, or data shared by you is found discrepant, your candidature will be disqualified.