TCS NQT Syllabus & Pattern 2025

Complete guide to crack the TCS National Qualifier Test with detailed syllabus, preparation resources, and expert tips

TCS Exam Pattern

Important Note: There is no negative marking in the TCS exam.

TCS Exam Pattern 2025

Section No. of Questions Time Duration
Foundation Section Numerical Ability + Verbal Ability + Reasoning Ability (Total 25) 75 mins
Advanced Section Advanced Quantitative Ability + Advanced Reasoning Ability + Advanced Coding (Total 20) 105 mins

Detailed TCS Exam Pattern For 2025 Batch

Section Duration (in Minutes)
PART-A (Foundation Section)
Numerical Ability 25
Verbal Ability 25
Reasoning Ability 25
PART-B (Advanced Section)
Reasoning Ability 25
Advanced Quantitative & Reasoning Ability 25
Advanced Coding 90
Total Duration (in minutes) 190

TCS Syllabus

Foundation Section (75 mins)
Numerical Ability (10 questions)
  • Number System
  • LCM & HCF
  • Divisibility
  • Decimals & Fractions
  • Ratio & Proportion
  • Percentages
  • Profit & Loss
  • Simple & Compound Interest
  • Time, Speed & Distance
  • Time & Work
  • Algebra & Geometry
  • Probability & Statistics
Verbal Ability (10 questions)
  • Error Identification
  • Sentence Completion
  • Synonyms & Antonyms
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Grammar Rules
Advanced Section (105 mins)
Advanced Quantitative (7 questions)
  • Advanced Algebra
  • Geometry & Trigonometry
  • Permutation & Combination
  • Probability
  • Statistics
  • Data Interpretation
Advanced Coding (2 problems)
  • Data Structures
  • Algorithms
  • Problem Solving
  • Efficiency Analysis
Difficulty: Medium-Hard Languages: Java, Python, C++

Preparation Resources

Download these comprehensive resources to boost your preparation:

Quantitative Aptitude
Complete Math Guide

500+ practice questions with detailed solutions covering all numerical ability topics.

PDF 3.2 MB
Verbal Ability
Grammar & Vocabulary

Complete English guide with grammar rules, vocabulary lists, and reading comprehension exercises.

PDF 2.8 MB
Coding
Coding Problems Collection

150+ coding problems with solutions in Java, Python, and C++ for TCS advanced coding round.

PDF 4.1 MB
Reasoning
Logical Reasoning

Complete reasoning guide with 300+ practice questions covering all reasoning ability topics.

PDF 3.5 MB
Mock Tests
Practice Papers

10 full-length mock tests with solutions based on previous TCS exam patterns.

PDF 5.7 MB
Complete Package
All-in-One Bundle

Everything you need in one package - quantitative, verbal, reasoning, and coding resources.

ZIP 15.2 MB

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Preparation Tips

Expert recommendations to help you crack the TCS exam:

Time Management
  • Practice with timed mock tests to improve speed
  • Allocate time based on question difficulty
  • Don't spend too much time on any single question
  • Learn to quickly identify and skip difficult questions
Study Strategy
  • Focus on your weak areas first
  • Solve previous year question papers
  • Make formula sheets for quick revision
  • Practice daily with small sets of questions
Coding Preparation
  • Master basic data structures first
  • Practice coding on paper/whiteboard
  • Learn to write clean, efficient code
  • Understand time and space complexity
Exam Day Tips
  • Stay calm and read questions carefully
  • Attempt easy questions first
  • Double-check your answers if time permits
  • Manage stress with deep breathing

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