Everything about TCS B.Sc Ignite 2026: who can apply, the exam pattern, the full syllabus, key dates and how to prepare, all in one place.
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TCS B.Sc Ignite is TCS's hiring drive for 2026-batch science and technology graduates (BCA, B.Sc and B.Voc), a direct entry into an IT career at TCS.
TCS B.Sc Ignite Hiring is an exclusive opportunity for candidates with a BCA, B.Sc (IT, Computer Science, Maths, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Cyber Security, Biochemistry) or B.Voc (CS/IT) background from the 2026 batch. It opens the doors for science and technology graduates to begin building careers in the IT sector.
Watch our beginner-friendly guide covering eligibility, registration, the exam pattern and syllabus, and how to prepare for TCS B.Sc Ignite 2026.
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Key milestones for the exam cycle: registration window, admit card, exam day and result declaration.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration open on TCS NextStep | Open nowRegister under the IT category (not BPS), then click Apply for Drive to submit your application. |
| Last date to register | 22 Jul 2026Complete your registration and Apply for Drive before this date. |
| Online Assessment (TCS iON) | 26 Aug 2026In-person test at a TCS iON centre. 60 questions plus an optional coding question, 120 minutes total. |
| Interview Shortlist | After the testOnly shortlisted candidates receive the interview schedule by email. |
| Offer | Post interviewThe final offer is communicated on your registered email. |
Dates are indicative. Always verify on the official TCS NextStep before registering.
Qualification rules and age criteria you must meet before applying.
Register through the TCS NextStep Portal and complete your profile. After registration, click 'Apply for Drive' to submit your application.
Log out and log in again after completing your registration. If the option is still unavailable, ensure your profile is fully completed, you are registered under the IT category (not BPS), and your qualification and passing year are entered correctly.
2026-batch students pursuing 3-year full-time BCA, B.Sc (IT, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Cybersecurity, Biochemistry), or B.Voc (Computer Science/IT).
Test details, including the schedule, are shared a few days before the exam by TCS iON on your registered email ID.
Log in to your TCS NextStep account, click 'Edit Application Form', update your academic details, and save the changes before the application deadline.
No. Details such as Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, Address and Mobile Number cannot be changed once your profile has been created.
No. The allotted test date and time cannot be rescheduled or changed.
Only shortlisted candidates will receive the interview schedule and further communication on their registered email ID.
No. TCS does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process and does not authorize any agent or agency to collect money on its behalf.
For queries related to the TCS B.Sc Ignite Hiring process, contact ilp.support@tcs.com or the toll-free helpline 1800 209 3111.
Pattern, marking scheme, fees and the section-wise breakdown, so you know exactly what to expect on exam day.
| Section | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Numerical Ability | 20 | 30 min |
| Verbal Ability | 20 | 30 min |
| Reasoning Ability | 20 | 30 min |
| Coding (Optional) | 1 | 30 min |
| Total | 61 | 120 min |
| Category | Sections | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| TCS B.Sc Ignite | All sections | Free |
Register on the TCS NextStep portal under the IT category (not BPS) and complete your profile. Then click Apply for Drive to submit your application before the deadline.
An in-person test at an allotted TCS iON centre, with a sectional timer, sectional cut-offs and no negative marking:
Only shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview. The schedule and further communication are sent to your registered email ID.
Candidates who clear the interview receive their offer from TCS on their registered email.
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