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TCS Consultant Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 31 May 2025

29 Interview questions

A Consultant was asked 2mo ago
Q. Explain the meter-to-cash process.
Ans. 

Meter to cash refers to the process of utility billing from meter reading to payment collection.

  • Meter Reading: Collecting data from utility meters (e.g., electricity, water).

  • Billing: Generating invoices based on meter readings and usage.

  • Payment Processing: Accepting payments through various channels (online, in-person).

  • Customer Service: Addressing inquiries and issues related to billing.

  • Example: A utility company ...

🔥 Asked by recruiter 6 times
A Consultant was asked 5mo ago
Q. What are microservices?
Ans. 

Microservices are a software development technique where applications are broken down into small, independent services that communicate with each other.

  • Microservices are designed to be small, focused, and independently deployable.

  • Each microservice typically performs a specific business function and communicates with other services through APIs.

  • Microservices allow for greater flexibility, scalability, and resilienc...

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A Consultant was asked 5mo ago
Q. What is the difference between RESTful APIs and SOAP APIs?
Ans. 

RESTful APIs are lightweight, stateless, and use standard HTTP methods, while SOAP APIs are more rigid, use XML for messaging, and have built-in security features.

  • RESTful APIs are lightweight and stateless, making them easier to scale and maintain.

  • SOAP APIs are more rigid and use XML for messaging, which can be more complex and less flexible.

  • RESTful APIs use standard HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, while...

A Consultant was asked 7mo ago
Q. How do you install WebSphere?
Ans. 

To install WebSphere, download the installation files, run the installer, configure the installation settings, and start the server.

  • Download the WebSphere installation files from the IBM website.

  • Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install WebSphere.

  • Configure the installation settings such as ports, security settings, and database connections.

  • Start the WebSphere server and verify that it is r...

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A Consultant was asked 7mo ago
Q. Can you explain the features of OOPS?
Ans. 

Object-oriented programming features like encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.

  • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit.

  • Inheritance: Ability to create a new class that inherits attributes and methods from an existing class.

  • Polymorphism: Ability to present the same interface for different data types.

  • Abstraction: Hiding the complex implementation detai...

A Consultant was asked 7mo ago
Q. Dataweave code for array
Ans. 

Dataweave code for array of strings

  • Use the map function to iterate over each element in the array and transform it as needed

  • Enclose the array elements in square brackets to create an array of strings

  • Example: payload map (item) -> item as String

A Consultant was asked 7mo ago
Q. What is batch processing in Mule 4?
Ans. 

Batch processing in Mule 4 allows for processing large amounts of data in chunks.

  • Batch processing in Mule 4 is achieved using the Batch Job component.

  • It allows for processing large amounts of data in chunks, improving performance and efficiency.

  • You can configure batch jobs to read data from a variety of sources, process it, and then write the results to a target system.

  • Batch processing in Mule 4 also supports erro...

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A Consultant was asked 8mo ago
Q. What is the difference between a business rule and a business process in MS Dynamics?
Ans. 

Business rules define the logic and constraints for data validation and automation, while business processes define the sequence of tasks to be performed to achieve a specific outcome in MS Dynamics.

  • Business rules are used to enforce data quality and consistency, such as requiring a certain field to be filled out or limiting the values that can be entered.

  • Business processes are used to automate and streamline work...

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A Consultant was asked 8mo ago
Q. What are plugins?
Ans. 

Plugins are software components that add specific features or functionalities to an existing program or application.

  • Plugins enhance the capabilities of a software by adding new features or functionalities.

  • They can be easily installed and uninstalled without affecting the core functionality of the software.

  • Examples of plugins include browser extensions, video editing effects, and social media sharing buttons.

A Consultant was asked 9mo ago
Q. How do you alter a table?
Ans. 

To alter a table, you can use SQL commands like ALTER TABLE to add, modify, or delete columns.

  • Use ALTER TABLE to add a new column: ALTER TABLE table_name ADD column_name datatype;

  • Use ALTER TABLE to modify a column: ALTER TABLE table_name MODIFY column_name new_datatype;

  • Use ALTER TABLE to delete a column: ALTER TABLE table_name DROP COLUMN column_name;

TCS Consultant Interview Experiences

61 interviews found

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 21 Jan 2025

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

Basic multiple-choice questions on object-oriented programming (OOP) and database management systems (DBMS), along with a coding question focused on arrays.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the difference between RESTful APIs and SOAP APIs?
  • Ans. 

    RESTful APIs are lightweight, stateless, and use standard HTTP methods, while SOAP APIs are more rigid, use XML for messaging, and have built-in security features.

    • RESTful APIs are lightweight and stateless, making them easier to scale and maintain.

    • SOAP APIs are more rigid and use XML for messaging, which can be more complex and less flexible.

    • RESTful APIs use standard HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, while SOAP...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are microservices?
  • Ans. 

    Microservices are a software development technique where applications are broken down into small, independent services that communicate with each other.

    • Microservices are designed to be small, focused, and independently deployable.

    • Each microservice typically performs a specific business function and communicates with other services through APIs.

    • Microservices allow for greater flexibility, scalability, and resilience in ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared to discuss your experience and qualifications as outlined in your resume.

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 18 Nov 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How to install websphere
  • Ans. 

    To install WebSphere, download the installation files, run the installer, configure the installation settings, and start the server.

    • Download the WebSphere installation files from the IBM website.

    • Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install WebSphere.

    • Configure the installation settings such as ports, security settings, and database connections.

    • Start the WebSphere server and verify that it is runnin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Certificate related ques

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 14 Nov 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is oops feature can you explain?
  • Q2. What is ArrayList

Skills evaluated in this interview

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user image Anonymous

posted on 25 Jul 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Api mocking explanation in detail
  • Ans. 

    API mocking is the process of simulating API responses for testing purposes.

    • API mocking is used in software development to test API integrations without relying on the actual API.

    • It allows developers to simulate different scenarios and responses to ensure their code can handle various situations.

    • Tools like Postman, WireMock, and MockServer are commonly used for API mocking.

    • API mocking can help in speeding up developmen...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Java coding questions on strings
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. BDD framework cucumber features
  • Q2. Selenium Automation testing questions

Skills evaluated in this interview

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 11 Aug 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Grilled my CV and coding knowledge
  • Q2. Asked me about DBMS
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked about Business logic
  • Q2. Tested my logical thinking

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 9 Oct 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Plugins ?
  • Ans. 

    Plugins are software components that add specific features or functionalities to an existing program or application.

    • Plugins enhance the capabilities of a software by adding new features or functionalities.

    • They can be easily installed and uninstalled without affecting the core functionality of the software.

    • Examples of plugins include browser extensions, video editing effects, and social media sharing buttons.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the difference between business rule and business process in MS Dynamics
  • Ans. 

    Business rules define the logic and constraints for data validation and automation, while business processes define the sequence of tasks to be performed to achieve a specific outcome in MS Dynamics.

    • Business rules are used to enforce data quality and consistency, such as requiring a certain field to be filled out or limiting the values that can be entered.

    • Business processes are used to automate and streamline workflows...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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user image Anonymous

posted on 15 Sep 2024

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

Normal aptitude questions

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Easy questions on array and string

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions about projects
  • Q2. How to alter atble
  • Ans. 

    To alter a table, you can use SQL commands like ALTER TABLE to add, modify, or delete columns.

    • Use ALTER TABLE to add a new column: ALTER TABLE table_name ADD column_name datatype;

    • Use ALTER TABLE to modify a column: ALTER TABLE table_name MODIFY column_name new_datatype;

    • Use ALTER TABLE to delete a column: ALTER TABLE table_name DROP COLUMN column_name;

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to tcs
  • Ans. 

    I want to work at TCS because of its reputation for innovation, global presence, and opportunities for growth.

    • TCS is known for its innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology.

    • TCS has a strong global presence with clients in various industries around the world.

    • TCS offers opportunities for career growth and development through training programs and mentorship.

    • I admire TCS's commitment to diversity and inclusion in t...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Behavioural questions

Skills evaluated in this interview

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Praviin Pawar

posted on 17 Sep 2024

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic of SAP MM
  • Q2. Different processes in SAP MM
  • Ans. 

    SAP MM involves various processes like procurement, inventory management, and invoice verification.

    • Procurement process involves creating purchase requisitions, sending RFQs to vendors, creating purchase orders, goods receipt, and invoice verification.

    • Inventory management includes goods receipt, goods issue, transfer postings, and physical inventory.

    • Invoice verification involves verifying invoices against purchase order...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - No response only taking interview and no response and this is experience with atleast 5 of my friends. Looks like they are taking interview just to show to there management.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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user image Anonymous

posted on 24 Oct 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Spark optimisation techniques
  • Ans. 

    Spark optimisation techniques involve various strategies to improve performance and efficiency of Spark applications.

    • Use partitioning to distribute data evenly across nodes

    • Cache intermediate results to avoid recomputation

    • Optimize shuffle operations by reducing data shuffling

    • Use broadcast variables for small lookup tables

    • Tune memory and CPU settings based on workload

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Sql highest salary

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Leadn spark optimisation

Skills evaluated in this interview

Consultant Interview Questions & Answers

user image Golajana Roshini

posted on 28 Apr 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Mar 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. What is beanspcos
  • Q2. How to handle the exceptions in springboot
  • Ans. 

    Spring Boot provides robust exception handling mechanisms to manage errors and improve application reliability and user experience.

    • Global Exception Handling: Use @ControllerAdvice to handle exceptions globally across all controllers. Example: @ExceptionHandler(NullPointerException.class) to handle null pointer exceptions.

    • Custom Exception Classes: Create custom exceptions by extending RuntimeException. Example: public c...

  • Answered by AI

TCS Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in TCS Consultant interview?
TCS interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the TCS interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and HR.
How to prepare for TCS Consultant 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 Consulting, Python, AWS, Java and Oracle.
What are the top questions asked in TCS Consultant interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the TCS Consultant interview -

  1. We are quite a big organisation and expect people to be mobile in taking the as...read more
  2. Why TCS? Have you ever tried to understand what business TCS do...read more
  3. What is the difference between business rule and business process in MS Dynam...read more
How long is the TCS Consultant interview process?

The duration of TCS Consultant interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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