TIPS TO MAKE YOUR SELECTION IN TCS A SUCCESS!!!!

TIPS TO MAKE YOUR SELECTION IN TCS A SUCCESS !

TCS’ recruitment and selection process has been designed to identify potential and select that talent which will take the company to newer levels of growth and excellence. Our vision of achieving Global Top 10 by 2010 can only be achieved by choosing those who have the knowledge, the skill and the attitude to make the real difference.

The criteria that have been laid down primarily assess the candidate on multiple parameters by ensuring that the candidate has been assessed holistically via various levels and processes.

Mentioned below are brief guidelines that will keep you informed about what we really are looking for in you:

APTITUDE TEST:

Part I: Comprehension and English grammar - Assesses your vocabulary, understanding of concepts, comprehension, contextual differentiation, knowledge of antonyms and synonyms.

Part II: General reasoning - Maths, quantitative reasoning, time and motion studies, calculus, pie-charts, logarithms etc.

Part III: Critical reasoning - This includes scenarios with preferred outcomes that are given to you. Choice of the correct solution to the scenario is required here.

Guidelines:

1.The test is on-line and automated.

2.The questions are generated by a random sampler so question papers are unique.

3.There is no negative marking.

4.Use of calculators are not permittedTime duration is of 1-½ hours.

5.Each section has a cut off time.

6.There is no sectional cut-off

TECHNICAL INTERVIEWS:

1.Knowledge of specialization/ discipline and subject matter.

2.Competence reflected while executing projects and your role in the team.

3.Additional skills that have been developed by undertaking value-adding assignments.

4.Ability to think out of the box to analyze technical questions and problems.

5.Problem solving capability and the ability to persevere in confusing and ambiguous situations

6.Ability to comprehend questions, assimilate and interpret the same in a manner that meets the expectations of the panel.

7.Minimal knowledge of software related subjects and various applications.

8.Logical sequencing and analytical resonating would be assessed here

9.Ability to communicate effectively, which includes oratory skills, grammatical accuracy, pronunciation and presentation skills.

10.Knowledge of the industry, current events and topics of national importance.

HR ASSESSMENT:

(This would be done either at the Technical round or at the management round)

1.Confidence in your capabilities, potential and growth

2.Clarity in your objectives and goals

3.Reflections of team skills and interpersonal attributes

4.Capability to handle ambiguity and challenging situations

5.Well-rounded personality, which reflects value-systems like truth and integrity

6.Ability to envision the future and identify a career path

7.Reflection of resilience (ability to continue with perseverance and enthusiasm when faced with failure)

8.Enthusiasm to undertake new challenges and tasks

9.Willingness to unlearn, learn and re-learn so as to adapt to new challenges and situations.

10.Excellent presentation skills and communication of ideas.

MANAGEMENT INTERVIEW:

(Final round that is conducted by either a Senior Consultant, Principal Consultant or Vice President with 15 years and above of experience).

1.Re-confirm the initial assessment that was done by the technical panel

2.Ascertain whether the candidate has the capability and the potential of being a software consultant

3.Determine whether the candidate reflects the knowledge, skill and the attitude commensurate for the job profile

4.Probe into whether the candidate has the qualities meritorious of a TCSer.

5.Validate whether the candidate will complement TCS’ vision of becoming Global Top 10 by 2010.

DO’s:

1.Dress code for gents must be formal shirts and trousers, a tie, polished shoes and well kept hair. For ladies, a saree, salwar kameez or formal western outfits are preferred. Light make will further enhance your personality.

2.Prepare an introduction line of not more than 30 words mentioning your capabilities, strengths, personality traits and your career outlook.

3.Carry certificates of any extra-curricular events that you have participated in along with your project report.

4.Maintain a kit with a water bottle, sandwiches and a hand towel in the eventuality of the process getting delayed.

5.Always listen to the question being asked before responding

6.Seek a clarification incase you are not certain about the nature of the question

DON’TS

1.Wear flashy/ bright clothes or a combination that lacks taste.Ask other candidates what questions are being asked by the panel for it may alter your thought processes and responsiveness to various questions.

2.It is like studying for one paper for an examination and going for another!

3.Argue with the panel member to assert your point of view.

4.Shielding away from the question by giving ambiguous answers.

5.Jump to conclusions or false assumptions if the question has not been completely understood.

Prepared by,

Raj Shah
Mobile- 09825867994

Courtesy- TCS.