What is the TCS NQT (National Qualifier Test) process?
Short Answer
TCS NQT: Online aptitude test → Coding round (1-2 problems) → Technical interview → Managerial interview → HR round. Score-based: Ninja (3.5-7 LPA) vs Digital (7-11 LPA) vs Prime (11-16 LPA) based on performance.
Key Sections
- Aptitude: Verbal, Quantitative, Logical Reasoning, Programming Logic
- Coding: Easy-medium problems (arrays, strings, basic DP)
- Technical: OOP concepts, DBMS, OS basics, project discussion
- HR: Standard questions, willingness to relocate, bond agreement
💡 Memory Trick: "TCS tiers: Ninja (basic) < Digital (coding+aptitude) < Prime (everything stellar)"