Career Resources

Get personalized career advice to align your interests and strengths with the right career path, crucial for Class 12 students at TNPS. Career counseling helps you understand your aptitudes and explore fields like engineering, medicine, arts, or commerce.

• Shiksha.com for career options after 12th.
• Mindler for aptitude tests and counseling.
• iDreamCareer for personalized career guidance.
• Tip: Take an aptitude test to identify careers matching your personality and interests.

Explore undergraduate programs that match your academic stream, including national and state-level institutions. Choose from engineering, medical, arts, commerce, or other fields based on your interests and CBSE stream.

• National Level: Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), National Institutes of Technology (NITs), Central Universities (e.g., Delhi University).
• State Level (Andhra Pradesh): Andhra University, Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Sri Venkateswara University (SVU), Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU).
• Private Universities: Vignan’s Foundation (VFSTR), GITAM University for specialized programs.
• Tip: Research admission criteria and campus facilities on university websites.

Prepare for key entrance exams to secure admission to top colleges. Exams like JEE, NEET, and AP EAPCET are critical for engineering, medical, and other professional courses.

• National Level: JEE Main for engineering, NEET for medical, CUET for university admissions.
• State Level: AP EAPCET for engineering and pharmacy in Andhra Pradesh.
• Preparation Resources: Coaching institutes (Allen, FIITJEE, Aakash), online platforms (Unacademy, BYJU’S, Vedantu).
• Tip: Check exam dates and eligibility on official websites and practice with mock tests.

Fund your education with scholarships and financial aid options. Scholarships can reduce financial burdens and support your academic journey.

• National Scholarship Portal (NSP) for government scholarships.
• Post-Matric Scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and minority students.
• Merit-cum-Means Scholarships for academically strong students with financial needs.
• Private scholarships from organizations and companies.
• Tip: Apply early and check eligibility criteria on scholarship portals.

Enhance your skills with online courses to stay competitive in college and the job market. Focus on skills like coding, communication, and critical thinking.

• Swayam for free courses from Indian universities.
• Coursera for global courses.
• Udemy for affordable skill-based courses.
• edX for university-level courses.
• Tip: Choose courses aligned with your career goals and earn certificates to boost your resume.

Use assessments to understand your strengths and interests, helping you identify suitable careers.

• Mindler Career Assessment Test for personalized career insights.
• Holland Code Career Test to match interests to career clusters.
• Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) for personality-based career suggestions.
• Tip: Discuss assessment results with a counselor to refine your career choices.

Gain practical experience through internships or part-time jobs to build your resume and explore career interests.

• Internshala for internships across India.
• LinkedIn for networking and job opportunities.
• Check with TNPS for campus placement opportunities.
• Tip: Create a professional LinkedIn profile to connect with employers.

Connect with mentors for guidance on your career and academic goals, leveraging their experience to make informed decisions.

• TNPS Alumni Network (contact your school for details).
• External mentorship programs through platforms like Mentor Together.
• Tip: Prepare specific questions to maximize mentorship sessions.

Explore international education opportunities, including application processes, exams, and scholarships for studying abroad.

• IELTS and TOEFL preparation for English proficiency tests.
• IDP for study abroad counseling.
• Scholarships for international students (e.g., Commonwealth Scholarship).
• Visa application guidance through consultants or embassy websites.
• Tip: Start preparing for language tests at least six months in advance.