Infosys Off-Campus 2026: SE, DSE & SP Roles, Test Pattern & Prep
Updated August 2026 · Figures are indicative — always confirm on Infosys's official careers page
Infosys hires freshers into three tracks with very different pay — and different tests. Knowing which track you are writing for changes what you should practise.
For students in AP and Telangana this is a home-ground company: Infosys runs large campuses in Hyderabad (Pocharam, Gachibowli) and a development centre in Visakhapatnam, so role location preferences often work out.
Roles & packages
| Role | Package | How to qualify |
|---|---|---|
| System Engineer (SE) | ~₹3.6 LPA | Aptitude + pseudo-code test |
| Digital Specialist Engineer (DSE) | ~₹6.25 LPA | Coding-heavy test, tougher interview |
| Specialist Programmer (SP) | ~₹9 LPA+ | 3-problem coding test / HackWithInfy route |
Exam pattern
| Section | What it covers |
|---|---|
| SE test | Reasoning, quantitative aptitude, verbal ability + pseudo-code and basic CS MCQs |
| DSE/SP test | 3 coding problems (roughly easy → medium → hard) in ~3 hours; DSA-focused |
| InfyTQ route | Clear the InfyTQ certification exam (Python/Java + DBMS) for a direct interview and possible SP consideration |
| HackWithInfy | Annual contest; top performers get SP/DSE interviews and prizes |
Selection rounds
- Online assessment (track-specific, see pattern above)
- Technical + HR interview (usually a single combined round for SE; separate deeper technical for DSE/SP)
Syllabus: what to prepare
| Area | Topics |
|---|---|
| Aptitude (SE) | Number series, percentages, permutations & combinations, data interpretation, syllogisms, puzzles |
| Pseudo-code (SE) | Predict the output: loops, recursion, pointers, operator precedence in C-style code |
| Coding (DSE/SP) | Arrays, strings, hashing, two pointers, greedy, dynamic programming, graphs (medium LeetCode level) |
| Interview | OOP, DBMS + SQL, software engineering basics, your projects; SP interviews add live problem-solving |
Sample questions
- Pseudo-code: what does this print? int f(int n){ return n<=1 ? 1 : n*f(n-2); } for f(7).
- Code (DSE): given an array, find the length of the longest subarray with sum K.
- Code (SP): minimum number of platform swaps — a medium/hard DP or greedy problem is typical.
- What is normalization? Explain 1NF → 3NF with a table example.
- Difference between an abstract class and an interface — when would you choose each?
Practise the Infosys interview before you face it
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Start a free Infosys mock interviewPreparation tips
- Decide your track first: SE prep is aptitude-speed work, DSE/SP prep is daily DSA practice — they barely overlap.
- InfyTQ is underrated for Telugu-state students: it is free, and clearing it skips the crowded aptitude stage.
- Infosys interviews are conversational — clear communication moves you up a track more often than people expect.
- Registrations happen on the Infosys careers portal in waves; keep your profile ready before the window opens.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Infosys SE salary for freshers?
System Engineer offers are around ₹3.6 LPA. Digital Specialist Engineer is around ₹6.25 LPA and Specialist Programmer starts near ₹9 LPA. Figures vary by season — confirm in your offer letter.
Can I upgrade from SE to DSE or SP?
Yes — performance in the assessment and interview can move you to a higher track, and internal exams like Infosys certification bridges allow upgrades after joining as well.
Are backlogs allowed for Infosys off-campus?
You generally need no active backlogs at the time of onboarding, with 60% or 6 CGPA in your degree, 10th and 12th.
Is HackWithInfy only for top coders?
The prizes go to top ranks, but a decent showing can still earn a Specialist Programmer or DSE interview — worth attempting if you practise DSA regularly.
Keep preparing
- Aptitude shortcuts for placement exams — the first section of every test, including Infosys's.
- HR interview answers that work — the round after you clear the Infosys test.
- Communication round prep — essays, voice tests and email tasks.
- Fresher jobs in Hyderabad — where most Infosys postings in the Telugu states land.