TCS NQT 2026 Notification OUT: Apply Online For National Qualifier Test By Tata Consultancy Services

Name of Post:	TCS NQT 2026 Notification OUT: Apply Online For National Qualifier Test By Tata Consultancy Services
Post Date / Update:	02 September 2026
Short Information:	Tata Consultancy Services has released the official notification for TCS NQT 2026 Notification. Eligible candidates can apply from August 17, 2026 (10:00 AM) to September 2, 2026 (11:59 PM). Check the eligibility, vacancy details, application fee, age limit and selection process given below before applying.

Important Dates	Application Fee
• Notification Release Date: August 17, 2026 • Online Application Start Date: August 17, 2026 (10:00 AM) • Last Date to Apply Online: September 2, 2026 (11:59 PM)	• UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female: Nil • Mode of Payment: Online

Age Limit Details

• Age Limit: 18-28 Years
• Age as on: 01/09/2026
• Age relaxation extra as per rules.

ExamName	Qualification
Vacancy Details – Total: Various Posts
Various Posts	B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech / MCA / M.Sc (2024, 2025, or 2026 Batch)

Quick Overview

• Post Name: Ninja, Digital, and Prime Cadre Roles

TCS NQT 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for TCS NQT 2026 includes the following stages:
• National Qualifier Online Written Test (Foundation & Advanced Sections)
• Technical Interview (Based on Test Performance / Salary Track)
• HR Interview
• Document Verification

Exam Pattern & Salary Track Breakdown

Section / Track	Details	Pay Scale (CTC)
Foundation Section	Covers Numerical, Verbal, and Reasoning Ability (75 Mins)	Ninja Track: ₹3.36 LPA
Advanced Section	Covers Advanced Quant, Reasoning & Coding (115 Mins)	Digital Track: ₹7.00 LPA
Prime Track	Top Performance in Advanced Section + Coding	Prime Track: ₹9.00+ LPA

How to Apply for TCS NQT 2026

• Visit the official TCS NextStep Portal (nextstep.tcs.com) or the TCS iON portal.
• Select the IT category during registration (do not select BPS).
• Click on Register Now and generate your unique CT/DT Reference ID.
• Fill out the complete application form with your personal, academic, and graduation details.
• Submit the form and click on Apply For Drive.
• Select your preferred test mode (In-Centre at TCS iON or Remote Online).
• Confirm your application status by checking that it displays “Applied for Drive”.

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