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    Resume Format for Freshers 2025

    No experience? No problem. Build a professional resume that gets you hired. Templates, tips, and examples for students.

    What to Include in a Fresher Resume?

    Contact Information

    Name, Phone, Professional Email (firstname.lastname@gmail.com), LinkedIn URL, Portfolio/GitHub link. Avoid full address.

    Resume Headline / Summary

    A concise 1-2 line statement highlighting your education and career goal. E.g., "B.Tech CS graduate with strong Java skills seeking Software Engineer role."

    Education

    List in reverse chronological order (Latest first). Include Degree, College, CGPA/Percentage, and Year of Passing.

    Technical Skills

    Categorize skills: Languages (Java, Python), Web (HTML, CSS), Tools (Git, VS Code). Don't rate yourself (e.g., 4/5).

    Projects

    The most critical section for freshers. List 2-3 academic or personal projects. Use "Problem-Action-Result" format. Mention tech stack used.

    Internships / Certifications

    Any industry exposure or extra courses (Coursera, Udemy). Mention duration and key learnings.

    Resume Dos and Don'ts

    Dos

    • Keep it to 1 page
    • Use professional fonts (Calibri, Arial, Roboto)
    • Quantify achievements (e.g., "Improved efficiency by 20%")
    • Proofread for grammar and spelling
    • Customize for the job description

    Don'ts

    • Include photo (unless asked)
    • Mention marital status/religion
    • Use informal email addresses
    • Write "References available on request"
    • Copy-paste generic objectives

    Resume Headlines Examples

    • "B.Tech CS graduate proficient in Python and Django, looking for Backend Developer role."
    • "Certified Digital Marketer with internship experience in SEO/SEM."
    • "MBA Finance fresher seeking Financial Analyst position. Strong modeling skills."

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