How to Write a Resume for Freshers in India

What is a fresher resume?

A fresher resume is a short document for candidates with little or no full-time work experience. It focuses on education, skills, academic projects, internships and activities instead of past jobs.

What should a fresher resume include?

Include your name, phone number, email and city; a short career objective; education with the most recent qualification first; technical and soft skills; projects or internships with one line on what you did; and any certifications or achievements.

Best ways to make a fresher resume stand out

Match the skills section to the words used in the job description, describe projects with results (for example, 'built a billing app used by 3 shops'), keep it to one page, and save it as a PDF with a clear file name such as Firstname-Lastname-Resume.pdf.

Common resume mistakes to avoid

Avoid spelling errors, long paragraphs, unprofessional email addresses, photos with busy backgrounds and listing skills you cannot explain in an interview.

Step-by-step: How do I write a resume as a fresher

1. 1

   Add contact details

   Put your full name, mobile number, professional email and current city at the top.

2. 2

   Write a short objective

   Write two lines on the role you want and the value you bring.

3. 3

   List education

   Add your latest qualification first with institution, year and marks or CGPA.

4. 4

   Add skills

   List 6 to 10 skills that match the job description.

5. 5

   Show projects and internships

   Add 2 to 3 projects or internships with one line on your contribution and result.

6. 6

   Proofread and save as PDF

   Check spelling, keep it to one page and save as a PDF.

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