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Profile Building

Profile Building is the process of developing a well-rounded set of skills, experiences, and achievements beyond academics that reflect a student’s interests, strengths, and potential. It goes beyond just scoring good grades—it’s about creating a holistic portfolio that showcases who the student is as a person, a learner, and a future professional.

It's especially important for students who are aiming to apply to Undergraduate or Post Graduate Programmes, to study in the Top Universities or apply for Scholarships, either in India or abroad.

Profile Building

Why profile building is important?

  • Demonstrates who you are beyond your grades
  • Highlights your strengths and achievements
  • Open doors for better opportunities
  • Gives you direction and purpose
  • Builds self-confidence and self-awareness

What is a strong profile?

Academic Excellence
Academic Excellence
  • Grade 9 – 12 Marks (State Board, CBSE, ICSE, ISC)
  • International Boards (IB & IGCSE)
  • Test Scores (SAT, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS)
  • Academic Competitions (Olympiad, Quiz, Debate, Elocution)
Extra-Curricular Activities
Extra-Curricular Activities
  • Involvement in Clubs (Arts, Science, Music)
  • Leadership Roles (Student Council or Club President)
  • Community Service or Volunteering
Projects and Research
Projects and Research
  • Independent project related to your field of interest
  • Science fairs and exhibitions
  • Research papers or Internships (STEM or Humanities Students)
Online Courses and Certifications
Online Courses and Certifications
  • MOOCS (Coursera, edX, Udemy, UpGrad)
  • Certifications in areas like Arts, Coding, Design, Business, etc.
Communication Skills
Communication Skills
  • Writing Skills (SOPs & Essays)
  • Public Speaking or Debating
  • International Languages (French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin)
Internship and Work Experience
Internship and Work Experience
  • Internship related to your desired field
  • Shadowing the professionals
  • Summer jobs that show responsibility and skills
Sports
Sports
  • Cricket, Football, Tennis, Badminton, Chess, Swimming or any other sports certification
  • District Level
  • State Level
  • National Level
Awards and Achievements
Awards and Achievements
  • Academic awards
  • Sports and Arts recognition
  • Community leadership awards
Reading and Personal Interest
Reading and Personal Interest
  • Reading books in your relevant field
  • Keeping a reading list shows curiosity and intellect
  • Having hobbies like photography, painting, blogging, etc