Who can apply for Tech Mahindra 2026?

Candidates from 2024, 2025, and 2026 batches with B.E./B.Tech, MCA, or M.Sc in eligible branches and a minimum of 60-70% or equivalent CGPA across all academic levels can apply. These eligibility criteria are part of the overall Tech Mahindra recruitment process.

What are the eligibility criteria for Tech Mahindra freshers?

The key criteria include a minimum of 60-70% or equivalent CGPA across 10th, 12th, and graduation (no rounding up), no active backlogs, maximum 1 year education gap, full-time degree from a recognized institution, and Indian citizenship.

What is the age limit for Tech Mahindra fresher hiring?

The age limit is typically 18-28 years for engineering fresher roles. Some specific drives may specify a narrower range of 18-25 years.

What is the minimum percentage/CGPA required for Tech Mahindra?

The minimum varies between 60% and 70% (or 6.0 to 7.0 CGPA) depending on the specific drive. Recent off-campus drives have specified 65% or 6.5 CGPA. Marks must not be rounded up.

Are candidates with backlogs eligible for Tech Mahindra?

No. Candidates must have no active backlogs at the time of the selection process. All pending backlogs must be cleared before appearing for the assessment.

What is the education gap allowed for Tech Mahindra?

A maximum of 1 year gap is generally allowed between any two academic programs since 10th standard. There should be no loss of academic year after joining a course.

How many attempts are allowed for Tech Mahindra fresher drives?

Candidates who have appeared for any Tech Mahindra fresher drive within the last 6 months are not eligible to re-register. After the 6-month cooldown period, candidates can re-apply.

Is work experience required for Tech Mahindra fresher roles?

No, Tech Mahindra's fresher hiring primarily targets candidates with zero work experience. Some off-campus drives may accept candidates with up to 3 years of experience.

Which branches/degrees are eligible for Tech Mahindra?

Eligible qualifications include B.E./B.Tech in CS, IT, ECE, E&TC, Electronics, Information Science, and Cyber Security, along with MCA and M.Sc in CS, IT, or Cyber Security. Some drives also accept Electrical Engineering and other branches.

Is there a service bond at Tech Mahindra?

Yes. Upon selection, freshers are required to sign an indemnity bond of ₹1 lakh for a 2-year mandatory service period from the date of joining.

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Tech Mahindra Eligibility Criteria

Tech Mahindra conducts campus and off-campus hiring drives for freshers across India. Before applying for the Tech Mahindra recruitment process, candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria specified for the drive they are applying to.

The eligibility requirements may vary slightly between individual drives. The criteria outlined below reflect the most consistently reported requirements from Tech Mahindra's 2024-2025 fresher hiring drives. Candidates should always verify the specific requirements in each drive notification.

Tech Mahindra Eligibility Criteria - Quick Overview

S.No	Eligibility Criteria	Information
1	Academic Criteria	Minimum 60-70% or equivalent CGPA across 10th, 12th, and graduation (no rounding up). \tn - Recent drives have specified 65% or 6.5 CGPA as the minimum.
2	Highest Qualification	B.E./B.Tech, MCA, or M.Sc in eligible branches
3	CGPA / Percentage	Minimum 60-70% or 6.0-7.0 CGPA (varies by drive; no rounding up enforced)
4	Passing Year / Batch	Typically the most recent 1-2 passing years (2024, 2025, 2026 batches in recent drives)
5	Age Limit	18-28 years (some drives specify 18-25 years)
6	Number of Attempts	Candidates who appeared for any Tech Mahindra fresher drive within the last 6 months are not eligible to re-register
7	Backlog / Arrears	No active backlogs permitted at the time of selection. \tn - All pending backlogs must be cleared before appearing.
8	Education Gap	Maximum 1 year gap allowed between any two academic programs since 10th standard. \tn - No loss of academic year after joining a course.
9	Course / Mode of Education	Full-time degree program recognized by Central or State Government of India
10	Work Experience	Primarily targets freshers with zero experience. Some off-campus drives accept up to 3 years of experience.
11	Citizenship	Indian citizens
12	Service Bond	Indemnity bond of \u20b91 lakh for 2-year mandatory service period from date of joining

Tech Mahindra Eligibility Criteria - Detailed Explanation

The following sections explain each eligibility condition in detail. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility against all conditions before the application process.

Academic Criteria

Candidates must have a minimum of 60-70% or equivalent CGPA (without rounding up) across all academic levels - 10th standard, 12th standard or diploma, and graduation.
The most recent off-campus drives (January 2025) specified 65% or 6.5 CGPA as the minimum. Some earlier 2024 drives required 70% or 7.0 CGPA.
The no-rounding-up rule is strictly enforced - for example, a candidate with 64.9% in any level would not qualify for a 65% cutoff drive.

Highest Qualification

Eligible qualifications for the core Associate Software Engineer role include B.E./B.Tech (Computer Science, IT, ECE, Electronics & Telecommunication, Telecom, Electronics, Information Science, Cyber Security), MCA, and M.Sc (Computer Science, IT, Cyber Security).
Some broader drives also accept Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation, and occasionally Mechanical Engineering.

CGPA / Percentage

The minimum academic threshold varies between 60% and 70% (or 6.0 to 7.0 CGPA) depending on the specific drive.
Candidates should refer to the exact cutoff mentioned in their drive notification.
Marks must not be rounded up under any circumstances.

Passing Year / Batch

Tech Mahindra drives typically target the most recent 1-2 passing years.
Recent drives have covered 2024, 2025, and 2026 batch graduates.
Candidates should confirm the eligible batches for each specific drive before registering.

Age Limit

The age requirement for engineering fresher roles is typically 18-28 years.
Some drives specify a narrower range of 18-25 years.
Candidates should check the specific age criteria in the drive notification.

Number of Attempts / Cooldown Period

Candidates who have appeared for any Tech Mahindra fresher drive within the last 6 months are not eligible to re-register.
This cooldown period applies across both campus and off-campus drives.

Backlog / Arrears

No active backlogs are permitted at the time of the selection process.
All pending backlogs must be cleared before the candidate appears for the assessment or interview process.
This is a strict requirement and candidates with active backlogs will not be allowed to proceed.

Education Gap

A maximum of 1 year gap is generally allowed between any two academic programs since 10th standard.
There should be no loss of academic year after joining a course.
Candidates with gaps exceeding the allowed limit may not be eligible.

Course / Mode of Education

The degree must be a full-time program recognized by the Central or State Government of India.
Part-time, correspondence, or distance education programs are generally not accepted for the core engineering fresher roles.

Work Experience

Tech Mahindra's fresher hiring primarily targets candidates with zero work experience.
However, some off-campus drives accept candidates with up to 3 years of experience.
The specific experience criteria are mentioned in each drive notification.

Citizenship

Candidates must be Indian citizens.
The qualifying degree must be from an institution recognized by the Central or State Government of India.

Service Bond

Upon selection, freshers are required to sign an indemnity bond of ₹1 lakh for a 2-year mandatory service period from the date of joining.
Candidates should be aware of this commitment before accepting the offer.

Additional Help

For any eligibility-related queries or clarifications, candidates can visit the official Tech Mahindra Careers portal at or reach out through the contact options available on the portal.