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Module 9 : TCS Resume Preparation Guide ( for all Roles )
Before applying to TCS for any role such as Ninja, Digital, or Prime, every candidate must carefully review and structure their resume according to corporate and ATS (Applicant Tracking System) requirements. Many candidates confuse a resume with a CV and use the wrong format, which reduces their chances of shortlisting. TCS prefers a clear, professional, and job-focused resume rather than a long academic CV.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RESUME AND CV (FOR TCS)
Resume
A resume is a short, structured document summarizing your:
- Education
- Skills
- Projects
- Internships
- Achievements
For TCS:
- Ideal length is 1 page (maximum 2 pages).
- Used for IT and corporate roles.
- Must be tailored for the job role.
CV
A Curriculum Vitae is a detailed academic record including:
- Research
- Publications
- Certifications
- Conferences
- Teaching or academic experience
For TCS:
- CV is generally not required for fresher IT hiring.
- Resume is preferred.
HOW TO PREPARE BEFORE WRITING YOUR TCS RESUME
Before writing your resume for TCS, prepare:
- List of technical skills
- List of academic projects
- Internship experience
- Certifications
- Achievements
- Tools and technologies you know
You must use action verbs to describe your work clearly.
What Are Action Verbs?
Action verbs show responsibility and impact.
Examples:
- Developed
- Implemented
- Designed
- Analyzed
- Managed
- Created
- Automated
- Improved
These verbs make your resume professional and result-oriented.
WHAT IS A GOOD TCS RESUME?
A good TCS resume:
- Is structured and easy to scan
- Highlights technical skills and projects
- Uses bullet points instead of paragraphs
- Is ATS-friendly
- Matches the job description
Tips for a Good TCS Resume
- Add updated contact details
- Use a professional email ID
- Divide into clear sections
- Use simple headings
- Choose a clean format
- Do not confuse resume with cover letter
- Use readable fonts
- Avoid unnecessary information
- Customize for each role
- Focus on achievements
- Proofread thoroughly
WHAT IS A BAD RESUME FOR TCS?
Your resume needs improvement if it has:
- Unprofessional email ID
- Random capitalization
- Grammar mistakes
- Missing skills
- No certifications
- No achievements
- Long paragraphs
- More than 2 pages
IMPORTANT DETAILS TO INCLUDE IN TCS RESUME
Mandatory Sections
- Resume Format
- Personal Information
- Email ID
- Mobile Number
- LinkedIn profile
- Resume Objective
- Education
- Skills
- Projects
- Certifications
- Additional Sections (optional)
HOW TO MAKE A TCS RESUME – STEP BY STEP
STEP 1: CHOOSE THE RIGHT RESUME FORMAT
Your resume must be readable by:
- Recruiters
- ATS software
Recommended formats for TCS:
- Chronological
- Hybrid
Avoid heavy design formats.
STEP 2: NAME & CONTACT INFORMATION
At the top:
- Full Name
- City, State
- Email ID
- Phone Number
- LinkedIn or GitHub (optional)
Correct:
arjungupta@gmail.com
Incorrect:
iamarjungupta0103@gmail.com
STEP 3: RESUME OBJECTIVE (FOR TCS)
A resume objective explains:
- Your career direction
- Your technical focus
- Your interest in TCS
Guidelines:
- Short and specific
- Customized per role
- No “I” or “me”
Sample Objectives:
“Computer Science graduate with strong problem-solving and programming skills, seeking an entry-level role at TCS to contribute to software development projects.”
“Looking to join TCS as a fresher to apply my technical knowledge and grow professionally in enterprise IT solutions.”
STEP 4: WORK EXPERIENCE (IF ANY)
For experienced or intern candidates:
Include:
- Company Name
- Location
- Job Title
- Dates
- Responsibilities using action verbs
Freshers can skip this or include internships.
STEP 5: EDUCATION DETAILS
Reverse order:
- Graduation (Degree, College, Year, CGPA)
- Class XII
- Class X
Mention percentage only if good.
STEP 6: SKILLS
Technical Skills:
- Programming languages
- Databases
- Tools
- Operating Systems
Examples:
- Java, Python
- SQL, MySQL
- Git, Linux
Interpersonal Skills:
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Adaptability
STEP 7: PROJECTS & CERTIFICATIONS
Projects:
Mention:
- Title
- Technology used
- Your role
- Outcome
Projects should:
- Be relevant
- Be completed
- Preferably technical
Certifications:
- Programming
- Cloud
- Data
- Internship certificates
STEP 8: ADDITIONAL SECTIONS
Optional but useful:
- Workshops
- Hackathons
- Awards
- Online courses
- Publications
ATS FRIENDLY RESUME FOR TCS
Why TCS Uses ATS
TCS receives lakhs of resumes. ATS:
- Scans skills
- Matches keywords
- Filters candidates
Tips for ATS Resume:
- Use standard headings
- Avoid tables and graphics
- Use keywords from job description
- Do not keyword-stuff
- Save in PDF or DOCX
- Use simple fonts
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CV AND RESUME (FOR TCS)
| Factor | CV | Resume |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2–6 pages | 1–2 pages |
| Purpose | Academic roles | Corporate IT roles |
| Focus | Research | Skills and projects |
| Customization | Rare | Required |
| Use in TCS | Not preferred | Preferred |
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