Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has officially announced TCS Smart Hiring 2026 (TCS B.Sc Ignite & Smart Hiring) for the 2026 graduating batch. This off-campus hiring program is designed for BCA, B.Sc, and B.Voc graduates who aspire to build a career in the IT industry. Selected candidates will undergo TCS’s renowned Science to Software (Ignite) training program and work on cutting-edge technologies.
Job Details
Company: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Program: TCS Smart Hiring 2026 (TCS B.Sc Ignite)
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Off-Campus Drive
Location: Across India
Eligible Batch: 2026
Qualification: BCA / B.Sc / B.Voc (CS/IT)
Experience: Freshers
Salary: Best in Industry
Last Date to Apply: 22 July 2026
Test Date: 26 August 2026
Eligible Courses
Candidates pursuing any of the following full-time courses are eligible:
- BCA
- B.Sc (Computer Science)
- B.Sc (Information Technology)
- B.Sc (Mathematics)
- B.Sc (Data Science)
- B.Sc (Statistics)
- B.Sc (Physics)
- B.Sc (Chemistry)
- B.Sc (Electronics)
- B.Sc (Cyber Security)
- B.Sc (Biochemistry)
- B.Voc (Computer Science / IT)
Eligibility Criteria
- 2026 graduating batch
- Minimum 50% or equivalent CGPA in Class 10, Class 12, Diploma (if applicable), and Graduation
- No active backlogs during the selection process
- Maximum education gap should not exceed 24 months
- Only full-time courses are eligible
- Age between 18 and 28 years
About TCS Ignite Program
Candidates selected through TCS Smart Hiring will join the TCS Ignite – Science to Software Program, which prepares science graduates for software engineering careers through industry-focused training.
Program Benefits
- World-class training program
- Exposure to AI, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, Robotics, AR/VR, Digital Engineering, and Generative AI
- Career growth comparable to engineering graduates
- Higher education opportunities with leading universities
- Performance-based salary growth
Selection Process
The TCS Smart Hiring assessment will be conducted by TCS iON.
Test Pattern
- Numerical Ability
- Verbal Ability
- Reasoning Ability
- Coding (Optional)
Duration: 120 Minutes
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews based on their assessment performance.
Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: 22 July 2026
- Assessment Date: 26 August 2026
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the official TCS Careers portal.
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Important Note
Candidates who already possess a TCS Reference ID should log in to their profile and click “Apply for Drive” to complete their application. Ensure that all academic details are accurate before submitting the application form.