Prime & Digital Cadre Opportunities at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

Your AI-ready future starts here!

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) invites top talent from the Batch of 2026, 2025, and 2024 to apply for its All India National Qualifier Test (NQT) for Prime & Digital Cadre opportunities.

Launch your career with higher CTC packages and work on next-generation technologies with one of India’s leading IT companies.

 Offer Categories & CTC Details

 Prime Cadre

 Digital Cadre

Note: Actual compensation will depend on work experience and job location.

 Important Dates

• Registration Start Date: 18 February 2026

• Registration End Date: 20 March 2026

• Test Date: 10 March 2026 onwards

 Application Process

Please read FAQs carefully before registering.

Step 1:

Log in to the TCS NextStep Portal.

Step 2: Register & Apply for the Drive

Scenario A – Already Registered Users:

• Log in using your TCS Reference ID (CT/DT number).

• Click on “Apply for Drive” to complete registration.

Scenario B – New Users:

• Click on “Register Now”

• Choose category as “IT”

• Fill in your details

• Click  “Apply for Drive” 

Note: The application form can be completed after test results are declared.

Step 3:

Select the skill you wish to be evaluated on.

Step 4:

• Choose In-centre mode of test

• Select 3 preferred test centers

• Click “Apply for Drive” 

Test center allocation depends on availability.

Step 5:

Select 3 preferred job cities.

Step 6:

Track your application status under “Track Your Application”
Status should show “Applied for Drive”.

 Important Guidelines

• Carry all original academic documents at the time of interview (if shortlisted).

• Test communication will be shared by official test partner TCS iON.

• TCS does NOT send job offers from Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail, Rediffmail, etc.

• TCS does NOT charge any money for job offers.

• TCS is not associated with external agencies for hiring.

• Eligibility criteria must be met at every stage of the selection process.

Any discrepancy in details may lead to disqualification.

 Final Note

If you’re from the 2026, 2025, or 2024 batch, this is your opportunity to secure a high-impact role with premium compensation at TCS.

Don’t miss your chance to build a bold and future-ready career.

Apply before 20 March 2026