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Registration status: Opening soon
Registration end date: 1st Feb 2026 (Sunday)
Test date: Will be communicated
About TCS Atlas Hiring – Batch of 2026
TCS Atlas Hiring is a premier recruitment initiative designed for exceptional analytical minds. This program targets future leaders in Data Science, Analytics, and Business Consulting, offering a gateway to shape the next wave of technology and business innovation. Exclusively crafted for candidates graduating in 2026 with advanced degrees in M.Sc. (Mathematics, Statistics) or M.A. (Economics), Atlas Hiring is your opportunity to join a dynamic, high-impact team driving transformative solutions. Don’t miss the chance to accelerate your career with one of the leaders in technology.
Application Process :
Step 1. Logon to the TCS NextStep Portal
Step 2. Register and Apply for the Drive
Step 3. Select your mode of test (In-Centre) and choose your preferred test center & then click on Apply.
Step 4. To confirm your status, check "Track Your Application". The status should reflect as "Applied For Drive".
Important Note :
Helpdesk :
Academic Percentage: Candidates should have a minimum aggregate (All subjects in all semesters) of 60% or equivalent CGPA in class 10th, 12th, Diploma (if applicable), Graduation and Post-Graduation examination.
Highest Qualification: Candidates pursuing 2 years full-time Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Arts (M.A.) program with specializations in Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics from a recognized university or college, and belonging to the batch of 2026, will be considered.
Graduation Background: Any graduate degree from a recognized University/College would be considered as eligible.
Backlogs/Arrears/ATKT: Candidate having up to one backlog may appear for the selection process. 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 to declare gaps in education, if any. Overall academic gap should not exceed 24 months until the highest qualification. Relevant documentation, 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).
Open Schooling: 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 Graduation and Post-graduation (if applicable) courses are done full-time.
Work Experience: Candidates with prior work experience (part-time/full-time) of only up to 2 years are eligible to apply for the TCS Atlas Hiring Process. It is mandatory for Candidates to declare the same in the TCS Application Form. Candidates would be required to submit the necessary documents supporting this work experience at the time of TCS selection process and/or post joining TCS, as per requirements.
Age: Minimum age – 18 years and maximum age – 28 years.
Test provider: TCS iON is the test provider for TCS Atlas Hiring process.
Test Pattern: The duration of the Assessment is 115 mins and is split into 5 sections mentioned below:
Q1. Which year of passing (YOP) is considered for TCS Atlas Hiring Process?
A1: 2 years Full-time Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Arts (M.A.) program with specializations in Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics from a recognized university or college, and belonging to the batch of 2026, will be considered. (part-time/correspondence courses will not be considered as eligible under TCS Atlas Hiring).
Q2: When is the last date to register?
A2: 25th January 2026 (Sunday)
Q3: When is the test scheduled?
A3: Test date will be communicated.
Q4: Do I need to create my profile under 'BPS' or 'IT'?
A4: You are requested to create your profile under TCS Next Step Portal -> 'IT'.
Q5: What would be the mode of the test?
A5: The test will be conducted in an In-center mode. Candidates would be required to visit the allotted TCS iON Centers to appear for the in-person test.
Q6: Where would the test be conducted?
A6: TCS Atlas Hiring would be an In-center test. While submitting the Application Form, click on "Apply For Drive, to choose your preferred test center.
Please note: No further changes will be permitted once the above selection has been completed.
Q7: My NextStep account is locked. How can I unlock it?
A7: Please note that after 3 unsuccessful OTP attempts, your account will be locked for 4 hours. You will get 2 more OTP attempts after 4 hours, however if still wrong OTP inputs are given, your account will be locked in for the day. You will get the next login attempt with OTP post the date change (i.e., next day). Hence, we request you to be careful with your login ID and OTP. Request you to use a desktop/laptop. Please clear the cache, history and cookies and use the latest version of Internet Explorer/Google Chrome.
Q8: Is 'Apply For Drive' mandatory?
A8: Yes, it is mandatory. If you do not click on 'Apply For Drive', your application will not be considered for TCS Atlas Hiring process.
Q9: I am not getting the 'Apply For Drive' option, what should I do?
A9: Once you fill in the Application Form, logout and login again.
Then click on ‘Apply For Drive.’ If you are not getting the ‘Apply For Drive’ option, please re-check the below steps:
The 'Apply For Drive' option will be enabled only for eligible candidates with 2 years full-time Master of Science (M.Sc.) or Master of Arts (M.A.) program with specializations in Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics from the batch of 2026.
Q10: I have applied for the drive but have not got a confirmation email, what should I do?
A10: Post applying for the drive, the status will reflect as 'Applied For Drive' in your 'Track My Application'. You will not get an acknowledgment mail or confirmation mail about the same.
Q11: My college has a CGPA grading system. However, in my Application Form, there is only one option to update my marks. What should I do?
A11: Please convert CGPA into percentage, fill in the Application Form and click on 'Apply For Drive'.
Example: To understand the calculation of percentage in a better way, let us take an example, a candidate has secured 7.2 CGPA Overall Percentage of Marks = 10 x CGPA | Overall Percentage of Marks = 7.2*10 | Ans. 72%
Please note: The above example provided is for reference purposes only, and CGPA should be considered as per the respective university guidelines.
Q12: What if I already have a CT/DT reference number? Do I need to register again?
A12: No, you do not need to register again if your details such as your highest qualification and year of passing are mentioned correctly under the TCS Next Step Portal -> IT. If the details are incorrect, please proceed to make the required changes in the form before you 'Apply For Drive'.
Q13: I have forgotten my CT/DT Reference ID. Where do I get it?
A13: You would have received an email from recruitment.entrylevel@tcs.com upon successful registration. The Reference ID would be mentioned in the same. For further queries, you can write to ilp.support@tcs.com.
Q14: Can I make changes to my profile as I have made some mistakes?
A14: Yes, but the changes are restricted to certain fields only. Hence, we request you to fill in the Application Form carefully the first time.
Q15: Can I change my photo in the Application Form?
A15: Yes, you can change your photograph before you ‘Apply For Drive’. You are requested to carefully follow the instructions while uploading your photograph. Ensure that your recent photograph is being uploaded to the system.
Note: To ensure a successful upload of your photograph, please follow these guidelines:
Additional Guidelines:
Q16: I have incorrectly created my profile under 'BPS'. What should I do now?
A16: Please write to tcsbps.support@tcs.com for the deletion of your profile under BPS. Once your profile has been deleted, please create a new profile under IT.
Q17: Can I still register in TCS Next Step Portal even if I don’t have any Aadhar Card?
A17. Aadhar Card is mandatory for registration and creating CT/DT Reference ID in the TCS Next Step Portal.
Please Note: The First Name, Last Name, and the Date of Birth updated in the Application Form should be as per details mentioned in the Aadhar Card.
Q18: I already have my CT/DT number. I need to update my marks/CGPA in my Application Form. How can I do so?
A18: You can edit the details by clicking ‘Edit Application Form’ and updating the required details. You can make changes before you apply for the drive.
Q19: I am not able to edit the full-time/part-time course in my Application Form. What should I do?
A19: If you are not able to edit the Full-time/Part-time course in the Application Form, you must send a mail to ilp.support@tcs.com for deletion of your profile, post which you can create a new profile with the same email ID.
Q21: How will I know about my test schedule/test related information?
A21: Information related to the test will be communicated by TCS iON – our test partner (email ID - careers.tcshub@mail.digialm.com).
Q22: What will my work location be?
A22: Your joining location will be discussed with you during the interview process with your location preference taken into consideration. The final location assigned would be at the sole discretion of TCS depending on business needs.
Q23: How will we get the results of the test?
A23: Shortlisted candidates will receive further communication on the next steps on their registered email ID from TCS Talent Acquisition Team.
Q25: What documents are required if I have work experience?
A25: If you are a candidate with work experience, you must provide experience related documents from all the previous organization(s) such as Experience Letter or Release Letter or documents wherein date of joining (DOJ) and date of release are clearly mentioned.
Q26: Whom do I contact for any assistance?
A26: For any assistance, please reach out to the TCS Helpdesk Team.
Email ID - ilp.support@tcs.com | Toll-Free Helpline No - 18002093111
Note: TCS does not ask candidates to deposit any money at any stage of the recruitment process.