Question 1

How should a fresher resume look in India 2026?

Accepted Answer

A strong fresher resume in India 2026 should be 1 page, lead with education (degree, GPA if above 7.5, relevant coursework), have a strong Projects section with GitHub links and measurable outcomes, list skills explicitly (languages, frameworks, tools), and include internships or certifications. Avoid objectives — use a 2-line summary instead.

Question 2

Why is my fresher resume not getting shortlisted?

Accepted Answer

Freshers most often get rejected because: resume has no role-specific keywords (companies use ATS that scans for exact tech names), projects are described generically without numbers, no skills section, two-column format that ATS can't read, or the resume is too short (under 400 words). CareerLens shows you exactly what's wrong.

Question 3

What ATS score should a fresher aim for?

Accepted Answer

Freshers typically score 35–50 on their first scan due to limited experience. A score of 65+ is achievable with the right keywords, strong project descriptions, and clean formatting — and this score will get you shortlisted. Fix the issues CareerLens flags and rescan; most freshers improve by 20–30 points.

Question 4

Should freshers use a resume template from Canva or Naukri?

Accepted Answer

No. Canva templates use tables, text boxes, and two-column layouts that ATS software cannot parse correctly. Naukri's format is optimised for Naukri's own system but not for Workday, Greenhouse, or LinkedIn. Use a clean single-column Word or Google Docs template, then export as PDF.

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