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TCS Automation Tester Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 14 Mar 2025

8 Interview questions

🔥 Asked by recruiter 2 times
An Automation Tester was asked 4mo ago
Q. What is STLC?
Ans. 

STLC stands for Software Testing Life Cycle, outlining the phases of testing in software development.

  • 1. Requirement Analysis: Understanding testing requirements based on project specifications.

  • 2. Test Planning: Creating a test strategy, defining scope, resources, and schedule.

  • 3. Test Case Design: Writing test cases and scenarios to cover functional and non-functional requirements.

  • 4. Test Environment Setup: Prepari...

An Automation Tester was asked 4mo ago
Q. What is BDD?
Ans. 

BDD (Behavior Driven Development) is a software development approach that enhances collaboration between developers, testers, and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Focuses on the behavior of the application from the user's perspective.

  • Uses natural language to describe application behavior, making it accessible to non-technical stakeholders.

  • Encourages collaboration between developers, testers, and business analysts.

  • Common...

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An Automation Tester was asked 4mo ago
Q. What is Cucumber?
Ans. 

Cucumber is a tool for Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) that allows writing tests in plain language.

  • Cucumber uses Gherkin syntax to define test cases in a human-readable format.

  • Example of Gherkin syntax: 'Given I am a user, When I log in, Then I should see the dashboard.'

  • It promotes collaboration between developers, testers, and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Cucumber supports multiple programming languages, includin...

An Automation Tester was asked 7mo ago
Q. How do you schedule a Jenkins job for 6 AM every Saturday and Sunday?
Ans. 

Schedule a Jenkins job to run at 6 AM every Saturday and Sunday using cron syntax.

  • Use the Jenkins job configuration interface to set the schedule.

  • In the 'Build Triggers' section, select 'Build periodically'.

  • Enter the cron syntax: '0 6 * * 6,7' for 6 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

  • The syntax breakdown: '0' (minute), '6' (hour), '*' (day of month), '*' (month), '6,7' (day of week).

  • Ensure the Jenkins server timezone match...

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An Automation Tester was asked 7mo ago
Q. Explain your Cucumber framework.
Ans. 

Cucumber framework is a BDD tool that allows automation testing using plain English syntax.

  • Cucumber framework uses Gherkin syntax to write test scenarios in plain English

  • It allows collaboration between technical and non-technical team members

  • Cucumber integrates with various programming languages like Java, Ruby, etc.

  • It supports parallel execution of test scenarios

  • Cucumber generates detailed reports for test result...

What are the roles & responsibilities of a Automation Tester at TCS?

Test Automation

  • Write and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium
  • Develop and design test scripts in Java
  • Create and enhance test code for web applications

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🔥 Asked by recruiter 3 times
An Automation Tester was asked
Q. Explain your framework.
Ans. 

My framework is a data-driven framework using Selenium and TestNG for automated testing.

  • Data-driven framework allows for separating test scripts from test data

  • Uses Selenium for web automation and TestNG for test execution and reporting

  • Supports parallel execution for faster test runs

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An Automation Tester was asked
Q. How to mouse hover an element? Write Xpath for an element? How to run test parallel? Explain automation test framework that you worked in? What is data provider in testng? What is collections in Java? About...
Ans. 

Answers to common questions asked in an Automation Tester interview.

  • To mouse hover an element, you can use Actions class in Selenium WebDriver.

  • Xpath for an element can be written using various attributes like id, class, etc.

  • To run tests parallel in TestNG, you can use 'parallel' attribute in testng.xml file.

  • Automation test framework I worked in was based on Page Object Model design pattern.

  • Data provider in TestNG ...

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An Automation Tester was asked
Q. Oops concepts in java
Ans. 

Oops concepts in Java refer to Object-Oriented Programming principles like Inheritance, Polymorphism, Encapsulation, and Abstraction.

  • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

  • Polymorphism: Ability of a method to do different things based on the object it is acting upon.

  • Encapsulation: Bundling of data with the methods that operate on that data.

  • Abstraction: Hiding the implemen...

TCS Automation Tester Interview Experiences

7 interviews found

Automation Tester Interview Questions & Answers

user image Maharshi Kandivanam

posted on 5 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain Your cucumber framework
  • Q2. Shedule a Jenkins job for 6 am every sat and sunday
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. It was basic technical questions like xpath
Round 2 - Coding Test 

You are asked to write a code using loop

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Qualification and other tcs related questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Write a code for BDD framework

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain about your framework
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Mar 2024, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. What is STLC
  • Q2. What is BDD
  • Ans. 

    BDD (Behavior Driven Development) is a software development approach that enhances collaboration between developers, testers, and non-technical stakeholders.

    • Focuses on the behavior of the application from the user's perspective.

    • Uses natural language to describe application behavior, making it accessible to non-technical stakeholders.

    • Encourages collaboration between developers, testers, and business analysts.

    • Commonly us...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is Cucumber

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Dec 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About selenium Few concepts from Java Majority from work experience
  • Q2. How to mouse hover an element? Write Xpath for an element? How to run test parallel? Explain automation test framework that you worked in? What is data provider in testng? What is collections in Java? Abou...
  • Ans. 

    Answers to common questions asked in an Automation Tester interview.

    • To mouse hover an element, you can use Actions class in Selenium WebDriver.

    • Xpath for an element can be written using various attributes like id, class, etc.

    • To run tests parallel in TestNG, you can use 'parallel' attribute in testng.xml file.

    • Automation test framework I worked in was based on Page Object Model design pattern.

    • Data provider in TestNG is us...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Better come to TCS after 6-8 years of experience. Work culture is not good. You rarely get chance to work on new technology. It is a best company to come on the later stage of your career.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jul 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Selenium exceptions Popup handling in selenium Dropdown handing POM Driver initialization in selenium
  • Q2. Oops concepts in java
  • Ans. 

    Oops concepts in Java refer to Object-Oriented Programming principles like Inheritance, Polymorphism, Encapsulation, and Abstraction.

    • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

    • Polymorphism: Ability of a method to do different things based on the object it is acting upon.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling of data with the methods that operate on that data.

    • Abstraction: Hiding the implementatio...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Discussions about salary & ID proof verification.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident about the details in your resume.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Difference between performance of arraylist and vector.
  • Ans. 

    ArrayList is faster than Vector due to synchronization overhead in Vector.

    • ArrayList is not synchronized while Vector is.

    • ArrayList is faster as it does not need to acquire a lock before performing operations.

    • Vector is thread-safe while ArrayList is not.

    • Use Vector when thread safety is required, else use ArrayList for better performance.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What do you mean by serialization?
  • Q3. What does finally block do?
  • Ans. 

    Finally block is used in exception handling to execute code regardless of whether an exception is thrown or not.

    • Finally block is always executed after try and catch blocks.

    • It is used to release resources like file handles, database connections, etc.

    • It is also used to perform cleanup operations like closing streams, deleting temporary files, etc.

    • Finally block can be used without catch block but not vice versa.

    • Example: t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How does JVM work?
  • Ans. 

    JVM is a virtual machine that executes Java bytecode. It provides a runtime environment for Java programs.

    • JVM stands for Java Virtual Machine

    • It interprets compiled Java code into machine code

    • JVM provides memory management, garbage collection, and security

    • JVM is platform-independent, allowing Java programs to run on any system with a JVM installed

    • Examples of JVM implementations include Oracle's HotSpot and OpenJDK

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. How hashmap works?
  • Ans. 

    Hashmap is a data structure that stores key-value pairs and uses hashing to quickly retrieve values.

    • Hashmap uses a hash function to map keys to indices in an array.

    • Collisions can occur when multiple keys map to the same index, which can be resolved using techniques like chaining or open addressing.

    • Retrieving a value from a hashmap is typically an O(1) operation, but worst case can be O(n) if all keys map to the same in...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Define oops concepts.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be specific about your logic

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Sep 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated System Engineer with a passion for optimizing systems and enhancing performance through innovative solutions.

    • Background in computer science with a focus on systems architecture.

    • Experience in managing and deploying cloud-based solutions, such as AWS and Azure.

    • Proficient in scripting languages like Python and Bash for automation tasks.

    • Worked on a project that improved system uptime by 30% through proacti...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why did you choose this job role?
  • Q3. What kind of technologies did you choose in development?
  • Ans. 

    I selected technologies based on project requirements, scalability, and team expertise to ensure efficient development and deployment.

    • Cloud Services: Used AWS for scalable infrastructure and easy deployment.

    • Programming Languages: Chose Python for its versatility and extensive libraries.

    • Database: Implemented PostgreSQL for robust data management and complex queries.

    • Containerization: Utilized Docker for consistent develo...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Which programming languages you are familiar with?
  • Ans. 

    I am familiar with several programming languages, including Python, Java, and C++, each serving different purposes in system engineering.

    • Python: Used for automation scripts and data analysis.

    • Java: Ideal for building cross-platform applications and enterprise solutions.

    • C++: Utilized for system-level programming and performance-critical applications.

    • JavaScript: Employed for web-based applications and front-end developmen...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. At what scale did you choose yourself in the programming language?
  • Ans. 

    I chose myself in the programming language at a small scale and gradually increased it.

    • Started with basic syntax and gradually moved to more complex concepts

    • Practiced on small projects before moving to larger ones

    • Learned from online resources and collaborated with peers

    • Continuously updated skills and learned new languages as needed

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Can you write some program you opt which you think it is at the average level in programming
  • Ans. 

    A simple program to calculate the average of numbers in an array, demonstrating basic programming concepts.

    • Define a function to calculate the average.

    • Use an array to store numbers.

    • Iterate through the array to sum the numbers.

    • Divide the sum by the number of elements to get the average.

    • Example: For array [1, 2, 3, 4, 5], average = (1+2+3+4+5)/5 = 3.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. At what place you can be after 5years?
  • Ans. 

    In five years, I envision myself as a senior system engineer, leading projects and mentoring junior engineers while driving innovation.

    • Progressing to a senior system engineer role, overseeing complex projects.

    • Leading a team of engineers, fostering collaboration and innovation.

    • Contributing to strategic planning and decision-making processes.

    • Staying updated with emerging technologies to implement best practices.

    • Mentoring...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - As I was going to face my first interview in my Engineering life it was been a small tension in facing such a big MNC. Since I was been advised by my faculty to face the interview bravely, it was a bit shy to make this interview successful.

After I was entering my interviewer he asked me to take some water and cool down. I got some confidence and I decided to crack the interview at any cost, He started with asking about my family details, educational background, Languages I was known with.

At the end of the interview, he advised me to be more confident in every situation I am going to face. At that time I was bit encouraged by his words and I answered confidently that I will be a smart part of the company which has given me a wonderful opportunity to kick start my career.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test level medium to high consisting 5 sections each section have to be qualify.
1.Math ability
2.Reasoning
3.English
4.Psuedocodes
5.Puzzles
After clearing test there is technical plus hr interview combined.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. General hr questions and basic programming questions
  • Q2. Questions on Final year project

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare english section well. Best Luck!

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Automation Tester interview?
TCS interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for TCS Automation Tester interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at TCS. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at TCS expect are Automation Testing, Selenium, Java, Cucumber and Selenium Testing.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Automation Tester interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS Automation Tester interview -

  1. How to mouse hover an element? Write Xpath for an element? How to run test para...read more
  2. Shedule a Jenkins job for 6 am every sat and sun...read more
  3. It was basic technical questions like xp...read more

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