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Everything you need to know about how Infosys hires freshers — the InfyTQ certification, selection rounds, what each track pays, and how to get through each stage.

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The three Infosys hiring tracks and what each one pays
Exactly how the online assessment works for SE and SP or DSE candidates
What each interview round tests and how to prepare
InfyTQ, HackWithInfy, and the four ways to get in
What gets candidates rejected at each stage

Infosys has shifted from mass generic hiring to a skills-first strategy with three distinct tracks. The track you qualify for determines not just your starting salary but the type of work you do from day one. The difference between the SE track at ₹3.6L and the SP track at up to ₹21L starts with one decision: which assessment you prepare for.

This article breaks down the complete Infosys hiring process for freshers — what each stage involves, what the assessment actually tests, and the specific preparation that moves your application from the pile to the shortlist.

🔍 How This Guide Is Built

Every detail in this article is sourced from official Infosys communications, Unstop’s verified recruitment process guide, PrepInsta assessment breakdowns, and candidate experiences on Reddit and AmbitionBox as of June 2026. The assessment patterns change between cycles — always verify the current format on the official Infosys careers portal before your exam date.

The Three Infosys Hiring Tracks

Your track determines your salary, your role, and the type of work you do. It is decided by which assessment you appear for and how you perform. Understanding this before you apply is the most important decision in the entire process.

📅 Salary figures verified from Infosys official communications and Unstop — June 2026

Systems Engineer (SE)

₹3.6L – ₹4L per year

Core software engineering, application support, and maintenance. Entry point for most campus hires. Assessment: aptitude plus pseudocode. Training at Mysuru campus before deployment.

Digital Specialist Engineer (DSE)

₹6.25L – ₹7L per year

Cloud, AI, Big Data, and emerging technology roles. Assessment: pure coding test. Requires solving at least 1 to 1.5 questions fully to qualify for DSE shortlisting.

Specialist Programmer (SP)

₹9L – ₹21L per year

Full-stack development, complex systems architecture, competitive programming. Assessment: same coding test as DSE but higher cutoff. Solving 2 or more questions unlocks SP track. L1, L2, L3 tiers based on performance.

💡 Which Track Should You Target?

If you have strong aptitude and reasoning skills but limited coding depth: prepare for the SE track assessment. You will be well-prepared and the Mysuru training fills gaps from there.

If you can solve LeetCode Easy to Medium problems consistently: target DSE. The coding assessment tests exactly this level. The salary jump from SE to DSE (₹3.6L to ₹6.25L) is worth the additional preparation investment.

If you can solve LeetCode Medium to Hard problems including Dynamic Programming and Graph algorithms: target the SP track via HackWithInfy or the advanced coding assessment. The SP track is the highest-paying fresher role at any IT services company in India.

Eligibility — Who Can Apply

✅ Infosys Fresher Eligibility 2026

Degrees accepted: B.E., B.Tech, M.E., M.Tech, MCA, M.Sc. in Computer Science, IT, and allied branches
Academic score: Minimum 60% or 6.0 CGPA in Class 10, Class 12, and graduation
Backlogs: Strictly no active backlogs at the time of application — zero exceptions
Eligible batches: 2024, 2025, and 2026 pass-outs for the current hiring cycle

Always verify current eligibility on infosys.com/careers before applying as criteria are updated between hiring cycles.

The Four Ways Infosys Hires Freshers

1
On-Campus Drives Infosys visits colleges directly via the placement cell. The online assessment and interviews happen on campus. This is the most structured route and moves fastest from application to offer. Your college must be on the Infosys approved campus list for this to be available.
2
Off-Campus via Infosys Careers Portal Rolling openings published directly on the Infosys Graduate Careers Portal. Open to all eligible freshers regardless of college. Apply at infosys.com/careers, select the relevant track, and follow the assessment scheduling process. Off-campus candidates go through the same assessment and interview stages as on-campus recruits.
3
HackWithInfy An annual nationwide programming competition for engineering students. Top performers bypass initial online assessments entirely and go directly to SP or DSE interviews. If your coding skills are strong enough for LeetCode Hard problems, HackWithInfy is the fastest path to the highest-paying Infosys tracks. The competition is typically open to pre-final and final year students.
4
Employee Referrals Applying through an internal Infosys employee via the referral framework. Referrals do not bypass the assessment or interview stages but can increase the speed at which your application is reviewed. If you know someone working at Infosys, a referral is worth pursuing alongside a direct application.

The Online Assessment — What It Actually Tests

The assessment format is different for SE candidates versus DSE and SP candidates. Preparing for the wrong format wastes your time and caps your potential salary.

SE Track Assessment — Aptitude and Pseudocode

The SE online assessment runs for approximately 95 to 100 minutes with five sections. Strict sectional timing applies — you cannot return to a previous section once you move forward.

Section	Questions	Duration	What It Tests
Quantitative Aptitude	10 to 15	25 mins	Percentages, time and work, profit and loss, geometry
Logical Reasoning	15	35 mins	Syllogisms, data sufficiency, coding-decoding, arrangements
Verbal Ability	20 to 40	35 mins	Reading comprehension, sentence correction, grammar
Pseudocode	5	20 mins	Code output prediction, loops, debugging, data structures
Puzzle Solving	4	15 mins	Grid puzzles, mathematical logic, visual reasoning

💡 What the Pseudocode Section Actually Means

The pseudocode section does not ask you to write code in any programming language. It shows you pseudocode blocks and asks what the output would be, where a bug exists, or what the logic produces. You need to understand loops, conditionals, and basic data structures conceptually — you do not need to know Python or Java syntax to clear this section. Freshers from non-CS backgrounds can prepare for this with 2 to 3 weeks of focused logical thinking practice.

DSE and SP Track Assessment — Pure Coding

This is a 3-hour assessment with 3 to 4 coding problems. Your score here determines whether you qualify for DSE, SP, or neither. The same test produces both outcomes — it is your performance level that separates them.

Problem	Difficulty	Topics	Track Outcome
Question 1	Easy to Medium	Arrays, strings, greedy algorithms, basic math	Partial DSE qualification
Question 2	Medium	Trees, matrix manipulation, backtracking, graphs	DSE qualification if Q1 also solved
Question 3 to 4	Hard	Dynamic programming, segment trees, complex graphs	SP track unlocked if 2 or more solved

Fully solving 1 to 1.5 questions targets DSE shortlisting. Solving 2 or more questions with correct output unlocks the SP track. Partial solutions that pass some test cases still contribute to your score — always attempt every question even if you cannot complete it fully.

The Interview Rounds

Candidates who clear the assessment cutoffs proceed to interviews. There are two rounds. Both can happen on the same day or across separate dates.

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Technical Interview — 30 to 45 minutes Core coding problems including DSA questions like reversing a linked list or checking for cyclic graphs. Deep questions on OOP, DBMS and SQL queries, operating systems, and computer networks. A thorough project viva covering your final year project — architecture choices, your specific contribution, challenges faced, and what you would change now. Interviewers at Infosys are known to follow every thread you give them on your project, so know it deeply.
2
HR Interview — 15 to 20 minutes Communication and cultural fit assessment. Standard questions: tell me about yourself, why do you want to join Infosys, how do you handle conflict in a team. Policy verification on relocation willingness — specifically whether you are willing to relocate to the Mysuru campus for onboarding training — and flexibility on project shift hours. Disqualifications at the HR stage are rare but happen when communication is genuinely poor or relocation is refused outright.

What Gets Candidates Rejected at Each Stage

⚠️ Common Rejection Points in the Infosys Process

Preparing for the wrong assessment. SE candidates who have not practiced pseudocode interpretation struggle on that section specifically. DSE candidates who attempt the coding test without consistent LeetCode practice run out of time on question 1 alone.
Not knowing their own final year project. Infosys technical interviewers spend significant time on the project viva. Candidates who listed a project they did not build or cannot explain in technical depth are called out immediately.
Claiming skills on the resume that cannot be demonstrated. If Java or Python is listed, expect to write code live. If SQL is listed, expect to write a JOIN query on screen. Everything on the resume is a potential question.
Active backlogs at the time of application. Infosys has a strict no active backlogs policy. Applications with backlogs are filtered automatically.
Refusing relocation to Mysuru for training. All Infosys freshers undergo onboarding training at the Global Education Centre in Mysuru. This is a condition of joining, not a preference. A flat refusal ends the HR round.
Attempting DSE track without sufficient coding preparation. Candidates who cannot solve at least one complete coding question in 3 hours do not qualify for either the DSE or SP track. If your coding skills are not at LeetCode Easy level consistently, the SE track is the stronger starting point.

InfyTQ — What It Is and Why It Matters

InfyTQ is Infosys’s own learning and certification platform. Completing relevant InfyTQ certifications before applying does two things: it demonstrates genuine interest in Infosys specifically, and it prepares you for the exact topics the Infosys assessment tests.

Candidates with InfyTQ certification are shortlisted faster during off-campus drives than candidates without. This is confirmed in Infosys’s own communications. If you are targeting Infosys specifically, completing the InfyTQ certification before submitting your application takes 2 to 4 weeks and is one of the highest-return preparation investments you can make.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Infosys hiring process for freshers in 2026?

The Infosys hiring process for freshers has three main stages: an online assessment, a technical interview, and an HR interview. The online assessment format differs by track — SE candidates take an aptitude and pseudocode test while DSE and SP candidates take a pure coding assessment. Candidates who clear the assessment cutoffs are invited to interviews. After clearing both rounds, the offer letter is issued and freshers undergo onboarding training at the Global Education Centre in Mysuru.

How many rounds of interview are there in Infosys for freshers?

There are typically two interview rounds for Infosys freshers: a technical interview lasting 30 to 45 minutes and an HR interview lasting 15 to 20 minutes. Both can happen on the same day or on separate dates depending on the drive format. For the SP track via HackWithInfy, there may be additional technical rounds given the higher salary package involved.

What is the difference between Infosys SE, DSE, and SP tracks?

The Systems Engineer (SE) track is the standard entry point paying ₹3.6L to ₹4L per year, focused on core software engineering and application support. The Digital Specialist Engineer (DSE) track pays ₹6.25L to ₹7L and covers cloud, AI, and Big Data roles. The Specialist Programmer (SP) track pays ₹9L to ₹21L (tiered as L1, L2, L3) and involves full-stack development, complex systems architecture, and competitive programming. Your track is determined by which assessment you take and how you perform.

What is InfyTQ and does it help for Infosys hiring?

InfyTQ is Infosys’s own learning and certification platform covering topics aligned with the Infosys hiring assessments. Completing InfyTQ certifications before applying demonstrates genuine interest in Infosys and directly prepares you for assessment topics. Infosys has confirmed that InfyTQ-certified candidates are shortlisted faster during off-campus drives. If you are targeting Infosys specifically, completing InfyTQ certification before applying is one of the highest-return preparation steps available.

What is HackWithInfy and how does it work?

HackWithInfy is Infosys’s annual nationwide programming competition for engineering students. Top performers bypass the initial online assessment and go directly to SP or DSE interviews. It is open to pre-final and final year students and represents the fastest path to the highest-paying Infosys fresher tracks. To compete seriously, you need to be comfortable with LeetCode Medium to Hard problems including Dynamic Programming and Graph algorithms.

What does the Infosys SE online assessment test?

The SE online assessment has five sections with strict sectional timing: quantitative aptitude (25 minutes), logical and analytical reasoning (35 minutes), verbal ability (35 minutes), pseudocode interpretation (20 minutes), and puzzle solving (15 minutes). The pseudocode section does not require you to write code — it tests whether you can interpret code logic and predict output. Total duration is approximately 95 to 100 minutes.

What does the Infosys coding assessment test for DSE and SP?

The DSE and SP coding assessment runs for 3 hours with 3 to 4 coding problems of increasing difficulty. Question 1 is Easy to Medium level covering arrays, strings, and greedy algorithms. Question 2 is Medium level covering trees, matrix manipulation, and graphs. Questions 3 to 4 are Hard level covering Dynamic Programming and complex graph traversals. Fully solving 1 to 1.5 questions qualifies for DSE shortlisting. Solving 2 or more questions unlocks the SP track.

What does the Infosys technical interview cover?

The technical interview covers core coding questions on Data Structures and Algorithms, deep questions on OOP concepts, DBMS and SQL, operating systems, and computer networks. The most significant part is the project viva — interviewers go through your final year project in detail, asking about architecture choices, your specific contribution, challenges, and what you would change. Knowing your project thoroughly is the single most important preparation for the Infosys technical interview.

Will Infosys hire 20,000 freshers in 2026?

Infosys has announced targets for significant fresher hiring in the 2025 to 2026 cycle, with CEO Salil Parekh confirming plans to hire from Indian campuses at scale. Exact numbers vary by quarter and business demand. Applications are processed through the Infosys Graduate Careers Portal and campus drives throughout the year. Check infosys.com/careers for current drive announcements and open positions.

Can I apply to Infosys off-campus as a fresher?

Yes. Infosys has a dedicated off-campus application process through the Infosys Graduate Careers Portal at infosys.com/careers. Off-campus candidates go through the same online assessment and interview process as on-campus recruits. Your college name and tier do not affect eligibility — the assessment score and interview performance determine outcomes. Completing InfyTQ certification before applying improves your shortlisting speed for off-campus applicants.

What is the Infosys training programme at Mysuru?

All selected Infosys freshers undergo onboarding training at the Global Education Centre in Mysuru — the largest corporate university in the world. Training duration is typically 3 months and covers foundation technical skills before freshers are deployed to live projects. Willingness to relocate to Mysuru for this training period is verified during the HR interview and is a condition of joining. Refusing relocation ends the HR round.

How long does the Infosys hiring process take for freshers?

From online assessment to offer letter, the Infosys off-campus process typically takes 4 to 8 weeks depending on drive volume and interview scheduling. On-campus drives tend to move faster, often completing within 3 to 4 weeks from assessment to offer. After the offer letter, there is a waiting period before the Mysuru training start date which can range from 1 to 6 months depending on business demand and batch scheduling.

What should I prepare for the Infosys SE track assessment?

For the SE track: practice quantitative aptitude covering percentages, ratios, time and work, and profit and loss. Practice logical reasoning covering syllogisms, arrangements, and data sufficiency. Practice verbal ability covering reading comprehension and sentence correction. For the pseudocode section, practice interpreting code logic and predicting output without writing actual code — focus on understanding loops, conditionals, and basic data structures conceptually. Two to three weeks of daily practice across all five sections is sufficient for most candidates.

What CGPA do I need to apply to Infosys?

Infosys requires a minimum of 60% or 6.0 CGPA in Class 10, Class 12, and graduation. No active backlogs are allowed at the time of application. Some campus drives may have higher cutoffs depending on the track and the college tier. Applications below the minimum threshold are filtered automatically. For the DSE and SP tracks via HackWithInfy, there is no explicit CGPA cutoff but the coding performance is the determining factor.

Is Infosys a good company for freshers in India?

Infosys is one of the strongest fresher employers in India for structured learning and career foundation. The Mysuru training programme is genuinely comprehensive. The SE track salary at ₹3.6L to ₹4L is below market for strong engineering graduates but the DSE track at ₹6.25L to ₹7L and SP track at ₹9L to ₹21L are competitive. Infosys experience is well-recognised by other employers. Most professionals use Infosys as a 2 to 3 year foundation before moving to product companies at significantly higher salaries.

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DecodedCareers publishes educational content based on publicly available information and independent research. Infosys hiring process details, salary figures, and eligibility criteria are sourced from official Infosys communications, Unstop, PrepInsta, and verified candidate experiences as of June 2026. Infosys updates its hiring process, assessment format, track structure, and salary packages regularly. Always verify current information on infosys.com/careers before applying. This article is for guidance only and does not guarantee employment outcomes.