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A Disappointing Experience – Would Not Recommend TCS to Any Skilled Professional - Test Engineer Tata Consultancy Services Employee Review

1.0
30 Apr 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

None that I can think of

Cons

I worked at TCS for 2 years, and I can confidently say it was the worst professional experience I’ve had in the tech industry. Despite promises during onboarding that TCS does not fire employees due to being on the bench, I was let go exactly for that reason. After giving my full dedication to a project with PwC (TCS’s client), I was released once the project ended and treated as disposable—left on the bench for two months before being terminated due to RMG's inability to find a new project. Management, overwhelmingly composed of Indian nationals, often displayed unprofessional and dismissive behavior. Communication was poor, transparency was lacking, and employees were treated more like replaceable parts than human beings. My 8+ years of experience and strong track record meant nothing to them. Shortly after leaving, I was hired by an American company where my skills were immediately recognized, and I was treated with the respect every professional deserves. TCS was a complete waste of time in my career. I would not recommend this company to anyone who values professional growth, fair treatment, and a healthy work environment.

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Pros

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Cons

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3.0
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Pros

Large client base. Talented people, have "cracked the code" on offshoring development and support.

Cons

For anyone used to working in US-based firms, the culture and politics will be difficult to understand and navigate. Internal policies and systems focus on the offshore delivery center model. Roles in the US do not fit into that mold, and obtaining approvals for simple expenses can require weeks and insanely high approval chains given the size of TCS. I needed approval from a global division head (a CEO direct-report) just to pay for a short training course. Missions of different departments are not clearly defined, so overlap and conflict are common.

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