What should a fresher put in a resume with no experience?

Education, internships, projects, skills, certifications, activities and volunteer work. You have more to offer than you think.

Should I include CGPA in my resume?

Yes if above 7.0. Below 7.0 is optional — only include if the company specifically asks.

One page maximum for freshers. Recruiters spend 7 seconds on first review — keep it concise.

Building your first resume with no work experience feels impossible — but every experienced professional started exactly where you are.

What freshers can put in a resume:

Education (most important section): Your degree, college, CGPA and relevant coursework. If CGPA is above 7.5, always include it.
Internships and projects: Even a 1-month internship belongs here. College projects show initiative and technical skills. Include GitHub links for tech projects.
Skills: Technical skills (languages, tools, software) and soft skills. Be specific — "Python" not "programming languages".
Certifications: Google, AWS, HubSpot, Coursera and Udemy certifications add credibility and are searchable by recruiters.
Extra-curricular: College fests, cultural events, sports achievements and club leadership all show personality and teamwork.
Volunteer work: Any volunteering shows initiative and community values — both highly valued by employers.

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