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Software Test Engineer

NQR Code:QG-04-IT-03652-2025-V2-NASSCOM

  • Old Code: QG-04-IT-03652-2025-V2-NASSCOM

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About this Qualification

Job Description

A Software Test Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and coordinating test plans to ensure software quality and compatibility across diverse environments, including programs, hardware, operating systems, and networks. This role involves performing both scheduled and ad-hoc testing, conducting detailed software compatibility assessments, and identifying potential defects.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria 1 Criteria 2 Experience Training Qualification
12th Passed No Experience None
10th Passed 1.5 Years None
Previous NSQF qualification of Level 3 3 years None

Progression Pathway

  • access to other qualifications at the next NSQF level – Team Lead Manual/Automation Testing

Learning Module In Job Role/Qualifcation

National Occupation Standards (NOS)/Module NOS Code Mandatory/ Optional Estimated size (Hours) Nos Credit Level
Develop Test Plans for Software Products/ Applications/Modules SSC/N4801 Mandatory 90 3 4
Employability Skills (60 Hours) DGT/VSQ/N0102 Mandatory 60 2 2
Perform Automated Testing on Software Products/Applications/Modules SSC/N4802 Elective 150 5 4
Perform Manual Testing on Software Products/Applications/Modules SSC/N4803 Elective 150 5 4