Syllabus

TCS NQT Reasoning Ability Syllabus & Practice Questions

TCS NQT Reasoning Ability assessment is a crucial component of their recruitment process, designed to evaluate a candidate's skills in various logical and analytical topics such as pattern recognition, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Scroll down for a detailed overview and breakdown of the syllabus to guide your preparation.

TCS NQT Reasoning Ability - Quick Overview

Here's an overview of the TCS NQT Reasoning Ability test:

Section Details Information

Total No. of Questions

20

Time Duration

25 minutes

Type of Test

Non- Adaptive

Negative Marking

No

TCS NQT Reasoning Ability - Syllabus & Topics

Here's a snapshot of the TCS NQT Reasoning Ability syllabus:

Topic Difficulty Importance No. of Questions No. of Minutes

Word Pattern

Easy - Medium

Low

20 questions (shared)

25 minutes (shared)

Letter Series

Easy - Medium

Medium

Number Series

Difficult

High

Seating Arrangements

Medium- Difficult

High

Blood Relations

Medium

High

Directional Sense

Medium

High

Cube Folding, Paper Cuts, and Folds

Easy - Medium

Low

Statement and Conclusion

Easy - Medium

High

Syllogism

Easy

High

Data Sufficiency

Medium

High

Logical Venn Diagram Based DI

Easy

Low

Visual / Spatial Reasoning

Medium

Low

Practice TCS NQT Reasoning Ability Questions

1.

1. Select the combination of numbers so that the letters arranged accordingly will form a meaningful word.

dashboard tcs-nqt foundation section reasoning ability question

2,14,3,5,6

5,3,6,1,2,4

4,2,1,5,6,3

1,2,3,4,5,6

2.

2. While doing morning walk in a park, a girl passed Sudheer while jogging, suddenly Sudheer realizes, “the girl’s mother’s brother is the only son of my mother’s father.” How is the girl’s mother related to Sudheer?

Mother

Sister

Aunt

Grandmother

3.

3. X is the father of Y. X has only two children. Y is the brother of U. U is the daughter of V. W is the granddaughter of V. Z is the father of W. How is Z related to Y?

Son

Son-in-law

Brother

Brother-in-law

4.

4. Find the wrong number in the series

121, 169, 289, 400, 529

121

289

400

529

5.

5. If EXTENSION Is coded as ONDUXISEX in some language, then assuming the same pattern to follow MATRIMONIAL will be coded as?

WQDHCSDYQSV

WQDHCSYDSQV

WQDHCSYDSQV

WQDHSCVDSQV

6.

6. How many meaningful words can be formed from the word BREAK if we replace each consonant of the word with it’s next letter without changing the vowels in the word.

One

Two

Three

More than three

7.

7. What is Shivam Dube's age?

Statements:

  1. Shivam Dube, Dhanush and Hardik are all of the same age.

  2. Total age of Dhanush, Hardik and Sunil is 32 years and Sunil is as old as Dhanush and Hardik together.

I alone is sufficient while II alone is not sufficient

II alone is sufficient while I alone is not sufficient

Either I or II is sufficient

Neither I nor II is sufficient

Both I and II together is sufficient

8.

8. Each of these questions are based on the information given below :

  1. 8 friends P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W are seated around a square table – two on each side.

  2. There are 3 girls who are not seated next to each other.

  3. U is between W and Q.

  4. R is between T and Q.

  5. S, a girl who is second to the left of U.

  6. Q, a boy is seated opposite to P, a girl.

  7. There is a girl between Q and T

Who among the following is to the immediate left of Q?

G

I

J

U

9.

9. Each of these questions are based on the information given below :

  1. 8 friends P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W are seated around a square table – two on each side.

  2. There are 3 girls who are not seated next to each other.

  3. U is between W and Q.

  4. R is between T and Q.

  5. S, a girl who is second to the left of U.

  6. Q, a boy is seated opposite to P, a girl.

  7. There is a girl between Q and T

Who among the following is to the immediate left of Q?

U is boy, V is girl

U is girl, V is boy

Both are girls

Both are boys

10.

10. What is total weight of 10 ganesh Atta Packet ?

Statements:

  1. One-fourth of the weight of each ganesh Atta Packet is 5 kg.

  2. The total weight of three ganesh Atta Packet is 20 kilograms more than the total weight of two ganesh Atta Packet.

If the data in statement I alone are sufficient to answer the question, while the data in statement II alone are not sufficient to answer the question

If the data in statement II alone are sufficient to answer the question, while the data in statement I alone are not sufficient to answer the question

If the data either in statement I alone or in statement II alone are sufficient to answer the question

If the data given in both statements I and II together are not sufficient to answer the question

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ

How can I prepare for the TCS NQT reasoning ability test?

To prepare for the test, practice solving puzzles, logical reasoning questions, and spatial reasoning exercises. You can also use online resources and sample papers to get a feel for the types of questions that may appear.

What are the topics covered in the reasoning ability test?

The topics covered in the reasoning ability test are:

  • Word Pattern
  • Letter Series
  • Number Series
  • Seating Arrangements
  • Blood Relations
  • Directional Sense
  • Cube Folding, Paper Cuts, and Folds
  • Statement and Conclusion
  • Syllogism
  • Data Sufficiency
  • Logical Venn Diagram Based DI
  • Visual / Spatial Reasoning

Is it mandatory to attempt the reasoning ability section?

Yes, it is mandatory to attempt the reasoning ability section in the TCS NQT Foundation section.

How many questions are there in the reasoning ability test?

The reasoning ability test consists of 20 (twenty) questions.

What is the difficulty level of the reasoning ability test questions?

The difficulty level of reasoning ability test questions is moderate.

Is there a negative marking for incorrect answers in the reasoning ability test?

No, there is no negative marking in the Reasoning Ability Test.

What is the minimum passing score or cutoff mark for the reasoning ability test?

There is no minimum passing score or cutoff mark for the reasoning ability test in TCS NQT.

How should I approach the TCS NQT reasoning ability section?

You can approach the section in the following ways:

  1. Read each question carefully to understand what is being asked.
  2. Use logical reasoning to eliminate incorrect options.
  3. Prioritize questions you are confident about to ensure maximum accuracy.

Are there any specific resources or study materials recommended for preparing for this section?

Yes, for preparing for the TCS NQT Reasoning Ability section, you can use the placement preparation website. It offers various resources like sample papers and mock tests that are tailored to help you practice for this specific section.