HackWithInfy Recruitment Process

HackWithInfy is a competitive coding marathon that serves as Infosys's primary talent acquisition program for higher-tier engineering roles. The program consists of an online coding challenge, a grand finale hackathon, and interviews.

The recruitment process is highly selective - only the top performers from thousands of participants receive pre-placement interview (PPI) opportunities for roles like Power Programmer and Digital Specialist Engineer.

HackWithInfy Recruitment Process - Overview

The process consists of: Registration → Mock Test → Round 1 (Online Coding) → Round 2 (Grand Finale, Top 100) → Technical Interview → Role Assignment.

HackWithInfy Recruitment Process 2025

Each stage is described in detail below.

1. Round 1: Online Coding Challenge

A 3-hour virtual individual coding test on the Infosys Assessment Platform. Consists of 3 coding problems of increasing difficulty: Easy (basic algorithms/DS), Medium (Greedy algorithms), Hard (Dynamic Programming). Languages: C, C++, Java, Python, JavaScript. The firm screens applications based on eligibility criteria.

1.1. Evaluation Criteria

Number of test cases that the code passes, code efficiency, and optimization. Both sectional and overall cut-offs apply. Top performers are shortlisted based on overall scores.

1.2. Role Mapping from Round 1

Performance	Likely Role	Next Step
2-3 Qs solved (all test cases)	Power Programmer	Top 100 → Grand Finale + PP Interview
2 Qs solved	Digital Specialist Engineer	PPI for DSE role
1-2 Qs solved	System Engineer Specialist	PPI for SES role
Partial solutions	System Engineer	PPI for SE role

2. Round 2: Grand Finale (Top 100)

A 4-day hackathon event at an Infosys campus for the top 100 participants from Round 1. Team-based participation (teams decided by Infosys). Teams develop impactful, future-ready solutions powered by AI. Top teams present to the jury. Travel and accommodation sponsored by Infosys.

Cash Prizes

1st place: ₹3,00,000. 2nd place: ₹1,50,000. 3rd place: ₹1,00,000. Champion of Champions award for best individual performer.

3. Technical Interview (PPI)

Pre-placement interview based on online test performance, resume, DSA skills, and latest technology knowledge. Questions cover competitive programming concepts, algorithms, data structures, system design, and resume projects. HR-type questions may also be included. The interview determines the final role assignment.

4. Role Assignment and Offer

Final role is assigned based on combined Round 1 performance and interview performance. Candidates may receive 2-3 interview chances for different role levels. Selected candidates receive pre-placement offers. Training at Infosys includes 3 months of soft skills, communication, and tech stack training.

Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ

How many rounds are in HackWithInfy?

2 competition rounds (Online Coding + Grand Finale) followed by technical interview(s) for role assignment.

What is the Round 1 format?

3-hour online coding test with 3 problems: Easy (algorithms/DS), Medium (Greedy), Hard (Dynamic Programming). Languages: C, C++, Java, Python, JS.

Who qualifies for the Grand Finale?

Top 100 participants from Round 1 based on overall scores and code efficiency.

What are the cash prizes?

1st: ₹3,00,000, 2nd: ₹1,50,000, 3rd: ₹1,00,000. Plus Champion of Champions award.

Is travel sponsored for the Grand Finale?

Yes. Infosys sponsors travel and accommodation for selected finalists.

How is the role decided?

Based on Round 1 questions solved and interview performance. 2-3 Qs + excellent interview = Power Programmer. Lower tiers for lower performance.

Can I get multiple interview chances?

Yes. If you don't qualify for one role, you may get 2-3 chances for different role levels.