Tech Mahindra's campus test is commonly reported in two parts on the same day: an aptitude round of logical, quantitative and English questions with a short essay, then a technical round with programming and computer science questions, two coding problems and a personality test. An AI-scored spoken English test and two interviews follow for those who clear them, and candidates describe every stage as an elimination round. This page covers what the Tech Mahindra online test is, its format and timings, how it is scored, the rules to know before you start, how to prepare and a practice plan.
What the Tech Mahindra online test is
Tech Mahindra does not publish its test pattern, so this page combines PrepInsta's published pattern with GeeksforGeeks candidate accounts from 2024 to January 2026. The pattern varies by campus and drive: PrepInsta notes that the English and essay sections are left out of some drives, a 2024 pool-campus candidate in Pune described seven sections in the first round, and another 2024 candidate described a two-hour aptitude test. A January 2026 account described three same-day online stages (aptitude, reasoning and verbal; essay writing; a two-question coding test), followed about 15 days later by in-person technical and HR interviews at a Tech Mahindra office.
For the spoken and interview rounds, see AI interview tips for non-native English speakers and SQL interview questions.
Format and timings
| Part | What it involves | Time and questions |
|---|---|---|
| Logical ability | Series, arrangements, coding-decoding and deductions | 12 questions, 15 minutes, in PrepInsta's pattern |
| Quantitative ability | Arithmetic, percentages, ratios, time and work | 12 questions, 15 minutes |
| English (verbal) | Grammar, vocabulary and reading | 12 questions, 15 minutes; left out of some drives |
| Essay | One essay of up to about 200 words on a general or technology topic | 15 minutes |
| Computer programming and computer science | Multiple choice; one 2024 drive covered SQL, operating systems and networks | 12 questions each, 15 minutes each |
| Coding (Automata Fix style) | Two problems; PrepInsta describes about 70 percent of the code given for you to complete | 45 minutes; candidates report easy problems such as an array maximum |
| Personality test | Work-style statements with no right answers | 72 questions, 15 minutes |
| Spoken English (AI-scored) | Reading, grammar, listening, comprehension and speaking | About 20 minutes |
Total: about 60 minutes for the aptitude round and 90 for the technical round in PrepInsta's pattern, plus about 20 minutes for the spoken English test; one 2024 candidate reported a two-hour aptitude test, so check your drive's notice.
How it is scored
- PrepInsta lists negative marking and a non-adaptive test in which you cannot return to earlier questions or change an answer once selected; other candidate accounts do not mention negative marking, so read the instructions on the day.
- PrepInsta lists cut-offs of about 75 percent in quantitative and verbal, 80 percent in logical and the essay, and 85 percent in the technical test; these are reported targets, not official figures.
- PrepInsta reports two packages: candidates who clear the first round are eligible for 3.25 LPA, and clearing the second round leads to 5.5 LPA, with the final role confirmed by email. A 2024 Pune pool-campus candidate reported 3.25 LPA.
- The personality test has no right answers, and a 2026 candidate said the essay is judged on structure, grammar and clarity more than on rare vocabulary.
Rules to know before you start
- Register through your placement cell or Tech Mahindra's own careers channel, not an unofficial link.
- Expect each section to be separately timed, with no going back.
- Outside help is not allowed; online rounds are proctored.
- Be ready for questions about relocation and shift work in the HR round, which 2024 and 2026 candidates both reported.
- One 2024-batch candidate reported that backlogs were not allowed; check the eligibility in your drive notice.
How to prepare
- Do 12-question timed sets in each aptitude area in 15 minutes to match the reported pace.
- Write three essays of about 200 words in 15 minutes each, with an introduction, two points and a conclusion.
- Practice completing partly written code in C++, Java or Python, the languages PrepInsta lists for the coding round.
- Revise OOP with real examples, SQL inner and outer joins, network basics, and Agile and the SDLC, which a 2026 candidate reported in the technical interview.
- Practice speaking for a minute on a topic and reading passages aloud for the AI-scored English test.
A practice plan
- Week 1: aptitude daily (quantitative, reasoning and verbal) with section timers.
- Week 2: coding problems of easy to medium difficulty in one language, plus pseudocode or technical questions if the test has them.
- Week 3: full mock tests under exam conditions and spoken-English practice if there is a communication round.
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On the day, and the mistakes to avoid
- Keep your ID, admit card or invitation and academic documents ready, as the drive requires.
- For centre-based tests, arrive early and follow the centre's rules on phones and belongings.
- For online tests, check your camera, microphone and connection, and use a quiet room.
- Note each section's timer: sections are often fixed in order and you cannot go back.
- Attempt every question where there is no negative marking.
- In coding rounds, submit code that compiles and passes some cases rather than nothing.
Mistakes that cost candidates:
- Neglecting the English or communication section, which is often an elimination round.
- Overspending time in one aptitude section when each has its own timer.
- Practicing only coding and skipping pseudocode and computer fundamentals.
- Registering through unofficial links; use the company's careers site or your placement cell.
- Skipping full mock tests, so the real section timers come as a surprise.
What happens after the Tech Mahindra online test
Shortlisted candidates usually move on to technical and HR interviews, then an offer letter and onboarding. Prepare to explain your projects, basic programming concepts and why you want to join, and keep practicing spoken English for the interviews. For the next stage, see campus placement interviews.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Tech Mahindra online test pattern?
As commonly reported: logical, quantitative and English sections with an essay, then programming and computer science questions, two coding problems and a personality test, followed by an AI-scored spoken English test. Sections vary by drive.
Is there negative marking in the Tech Mahindra test?
PrepInsta's pattern lists negative marking, but several candidate accounts do not mention it. Check the instructions on the day and avoid blind guessing if a penalty applies.
What package does Tech Mahindra offer freshers?
Candidates report 3.25 LPA as the standard fresher package, and PrepInsta describes a higher 5.5 LPA level for those who clear the second round. Your offer email confirms the role and package.
What happens after the Tech Mahindra test?
A technical interview on your projects and fundamentals and an HR interview, held in person at a Tech Mahindra office about two weeks after the tests in one January 2026 account.
Can I use AI tools during the Tech Mahindra online test?
No, unless the instructions explicitly allow it. Assessments are meant to be taken on your own, and proctoring settings can flag other apps, tab switches or pasted code. Use AI tools to practice beforehand, and follow your employer's rules.
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