Hello everyone! Welcome to another insightful video by Online Study for You. In today’s video, we’re diving deep into the TCS interview process for different roles: TCS Ninja, TCS Digital, and TCS Prime. Whether you’re preparing for the TCS recruitment process or just curious about what to expect, this article will help you understand the interview structure, the kinds of questions asked, and tips on how to succeed.
We’ve gathered data from students who were successfully selected for these roles in both the current and previous years. Based on their experiences, here’s what you need to know about each role and the corresponding interview process.
Understanding TCS Roles: Ninja, Digital & Prime
TCS offers three main roles during their recruitment process:
- TCS Ninja
- TCS Digital
- TCS Prime
The role you’re selected for depends on your performance in the TCS NQT (National Qualifier Test). Here’s how it typically works:
- TCS Ninja: If you can solve 50-70% of the questions in both Part A and Part B of the online assessment, you are likely to be selected for the Ninja role. This role typically offers a salary of around 3.3 LPA.
- TCS Digital: To be selected for the Digital role, you need to solve 50-70% of Part A and Part B and at least one coding question. The Digital role pays around 7 LPA.
- TCS Prime: If you can solve 50-70% of Part A and Part B and two coding questions, you are more likely to be selected for the Prime role, which offers a salary of around 9 LPA.
Each of these roles has its unique interview process, so let’s explore what you can expect in the interviews.
1. TCS Ninja Interview Process
The TCS Ninja role is for undergraduates, and the interview process consists of three rounds:
- Technical Round (TR) + Managerial Round (MR):
- Duration: 20-30 minutes
- In this combined round, candidates are asked basic technical questions related to programming languages, databases, and operating systems. Common topics include:
- Difference between C++ and Java
- Inheritance in Java/C++
- Normalization in SQL
- IPv4 vs. IPv6
- Basic questions on Operating Systems (e.g., What is a deadlock?)
- Coding Questions: You might be asked to solve simple problems like:
- Check if a number is prime.
- Palindrome check.
- Fibonacci series logic.
- These coding questions are typically solved by writing logic on paper rather than full code.
- HR Round:
- Duration: 10-15 minutes
- The HR round focuses on personality-related questions. Common questions include:
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- How do you handle challenges?
- Why do you want to work at TCS?
- Are you willing to relocate?
- Be sure to go through typical HR interview questions and prepare answers that reflect your personality, work ethic, and motivation for joining TCS.
Tips for Ninja Role:
- Prepare well for basic programming questions.
- Focus on concepts like object-oriented programming (OOP), SQL, and basic algorithms.
- Review your resume thoroughly since most of the questions will be based on the skills listed there.
- Project work: Be prepared to discuss your projects, including the technologies you used and any challenges you faced.
2. TCS Digital and Prime Interview Process
The TCS Digital and TCS Prime roles are for candidates who perform exceptionally well in the TCS NQT. These interviews are a bit more challenging compared to Ninja and consist of the following rounds:
- Technical Round (TR) + Managerial Round (MR):
- Duration: 30-45 minutes, though in rare cases, this can go up to 90 minutes.
- In the TR, you will be asked coding questions, data structures & algorithms (DSA), and specific questions related to cloud computing, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data science.
- Example topics include:
- Arrays, Strings, Linked Lists, HashMaps
- Time and Space Complexity analysis
- Advanced DSA problems
- SQL, DBMS, Operating Systems (e.g., Deadlocks, Normalization)
- Example topics include:
- Managerial Round:
- This round often involves situation-based and problem-solving questions.
- Example questions include:
- How would you handle team conflicts?
- How would you motivate team members on challenging days?
- If a teammate is not contributing to the project, how would you address it?
- Additionally, there are puzzles and logical questions to test problem-solving skills:
- “You need to cut a cake into 3 parts, but how would you get 8 pieces?”
- Probability-based questions, e.g., “If a bag contains 4 blue balls and 6 yellow balls, what is the probability of picking a blue ball?”
- HR Round:
- Duration: 15-30 minutes
- This round involves the standard HR questions about your personal attributes, career goals, and interest in TCS:
- What motivates you?
- Why did you apply to TCS Digital/Prime roles?
- Are you open to relocation?
- Describe a situation where you faced pressure at work or college and how you dealt with it.
Tips for Digital & Prime Roles:
- Brush up on advanced data structures (e.g., trees, graphs, hashmaps) and complex coding problems.
- Expect questions on cloud technologies, machine learning algorithms, and AI (if mentioned on your resume).
- Be clear about your projects and the technologies you’ve used. Expect detailed questions about your project work—why you chose certain technologies, challenges faced, and outcomes.
- Focus on competitive programming, as coding questions might be more advanced than in the Ninja interview.
Common Patterns and Tips Across All Roles
- Resume Matters: Always make sure that your resume reflects the skills you actually possess and are comfortable discussing in the interview. TCS tends to ask questions based on what you have listed, so be honest and thorough about your expertise.
- Problem-Solving: Coding questions range from simple logic (like prime number check) to more advanced DSA and system design questions. Practice on coding platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, and Codeforces.
- Managerial Questions: Both TCS Ninja and Digital/Prime candidates face managerial round questions on teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving. Be ready to show how you can contribute to the team and manage challenges.
- Prepare for the Unexpected: Especially for the Digital and Prime roles, expect some complex and tricky questions. If you’re unsure, think aloud—interviewers appreciate candidates who can logically approach a problem even if they don’t have the immediate solution.
- Pro Tip: Check out the official TCS post on #TCSCodeVita Season 12 and join the global coding challenge to showcase your skills, compete with the best, and unlock exciting opportunities! Watch the video to learn more about how you can participate and grow your coding career.
Conclusion
In summary, TCS interviews for the Ninja, Digital, and Prime roles follow a structured process, but each has its unique focus:
- Ninja role interviews are relatively simpler, focusing on basic programming, SQL, and operating system questions.
- Digital and Prime roles require deeper technical knowledge, including advanced DSA, machine learning, and trending technologies.
- The HR rounds are similar across all roles but may include role-specific questions related to motivation and relocation.
Make sure to prepare well, review your resume, and be ready to discuss your projects in detail. Practice problem-solving and stay confident in your abilities. Good luck with your TCS interview!