TCS Ignite & Smart Hiring 2026 | TCS Off Campus Drive | Trainee | BCA/ B.Sc/ B.Voc | 2025/ 2026 Batch | Across India | Last Date: 11th January 2026
Company: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
TCS Ignite & Smart Hiring 2026:- TCS is an Indian multinational information technology (IT) services, business solutions and consulting company headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
TCS operates in 44 countries and has 199 branches across the world. It is a subsidiary of the Tata Group and is listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India. Its main function is to provide IT services.
Company Website: www.tcs.com
Position: Trainee
Salary: Best in Industry
Experience: Freshers
Job Location: Across India
About TCS B.Sc Ignite and Smart Hiring – Batch of 2025 and 2026:
TCS B.Sc Ignite and Smart Hiring is an exclusive opportunity for candidates with background in BCA, B.Sc (IT, Computer Science, Maths, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Cyber Security, Biochemistry), B.Voc (CS/IT) from the Batch of 2025 and 2026.
TCS identifies and nurtures science graduates who although may not have conventional engineering backgrounds, demonstrate strong potential, aptitude and passion for technology. Through targeted support, resources, and opportunities, TCS enables them to build successful and rewarding careers in the IT industry.
Eligibility Criteria for TCS Ignite & Smart Hiring 2026:
- Courses and Discipline: 3 years full-time graduates from BCA, B.Sc (IT, Computer Science, Maths, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Cybersecurity, Biochemistry), B.Voc (CS/IT) from the batch of 2025 and 2026 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: For the Batch of 2025 – No active backlogs at the time of appearing for the TCS selection process. For the Batch of 2026 – Upto one active backlog at the time of appearing for the TCS selection process is permitted. However, it is mandatory that the course is completed within the stipulated time duration without any backlogs at the time of joining TCS, if selected.
- Extended education would not be considered as eligible.
- 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 the highest qualification. Relevant document proof, as applicable, will be checked for gaps in education.
- 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 candidate in the TCS Application Form. Necessary documents supporting this experience is required to be submitted by the candidates at the time of the TCS selection process.
Selection Process for TCS Ignite & Smart Hiring 2026:
- TCS iON is the test provider for the TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring process. Candidates must appear in person to give the test.
- The duration of the assessment is 120 minutes and is divided into 4 sections:
- Numerical Ability
- Verbal Ability
- Reasoning Ability
- Coding (Optional)
How To Apply for TCS Ignite & Smart Hiring 2026?
- Step 1: Sign up to the TCS NextStepPortal. TCS Portal: Click Here
- Step 2: Verification Details as per the Aadhaar Card It is essential 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 and Smart Hiring process for the Batch of 2025 and 2026. 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 category as ‘IT’ and proceed to fill your details. Submit your application form and click on ‘Apply for Drive’.
- Step 4: Select your mode of test (In-Centre) and choose your preferred test centre & then click on “Apply. Please Note that the 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: Please ensure that the details in the TCS application form is complete and accurate (Academic Details, Internship, Work Experience, if any).
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