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TCS HackQuest for freshers: Win upto Rs 5 lakhs; last date- Jan 23

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A global leader in IT services and consulting company, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is conducting HackQuest with prizes up to INR 5 lakhs. The last date to apply is 23rd January 2024.

HackQuest started in 2016 to unearth talents who excel in playing their favorite game – Catch the Flag! Based on the popular ‘Catch the Flag’ (CTF) format, the contest presents challenges to be completed in 6 hours.

The set of challenges will be presented in 3 categories- 1. Beginner, 2- Intermediate, 3-Expert. The participants are free to choose challenges from distinct categories and are encouraged to attempt all challenges across all categories and demonstrate their ability to handle different scenarios.

In the end, associates are awarded special prizes and potential job offers from TCS in the cybersecurity unit.

Eligibility

The Contest is open to students (enrolled in any recognized college /university / academic institute) in India who will be graduating in the academic year 2024 with any of the following degrees in any specialization:

  • Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech)
  • Bachelor of Engineering (B.E)
  • Master of Technology (M. Tech)
  • Master of Engineering (M.E.)
  • Bachelor of Computer Applications (B.C.A.)
  • Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.)
  • Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. – B.S.)
  • Master of Science (M.Sc. – M.S.)

TCS reserves the right to take necessary steps and seek any relevant documents to verify the eligibility of the participants mentioned above.

The contest will be considered void if participation in the contest and/or conducting the contest is prohibited by law.

Participants

Participants can take part in the contest only as an individual. Team/Group participation is NOT allowed

TCS reserves the right to assess each participant’s eligibility and compliance with the rules at any point during the validity of the contest. Participants must promptly respond with any necessary evidence to verify their eligibility and/or compliance upon TCS’ request. TCS reserves the right to refuse entry to any participant and shall not be obliged to provide any explanations thereof.

There are no participation/registration/submission/contest-related fees. However, expenses, if any, arising from an individual’s participation in the contest shall be borne by that individual. TCS will not sponsor or reimburse any such expenses.

  • TCS HackQuest Season 8 is the ultimate cyber arena for students to showcase their cybersecurity brilliance.
  • Embrace the opportunity in Season 8 to participate, chase your dreams, and emerge victorious with prizes worth up to INR 5 lakhs. Gain an interview opportunity with TCS Cybersecurity Center of Excellence, along with certifications of merit and exclusive merchandise for top performers.
  • Registration end date: 23rd January 2024, Tuesday
  • Round 1 date: 27th January 2024, Saturday (from 10 AM to 4 PM IST)
  • For any queries, write to careers@tcs.com
  • To know more and apply click here.

A valid TCS NextStep reference ID (CT/DT number) is mandatory to register for TCS HackQuest Season 8. If you don’t have a valid TCS NextStep reference ID (CT/DT number), please register on TCS NextStep in the ‘IT’ section (Not BPS).

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Sheenu Pradhan, Editor Content, SightsIn Plus. She has over 8 years of experience in human resources. Prior to this, she has been associated with Wictor Chemicals India, Wipro, and Shakti Plas Industry.