Fresher's Guide: 5 Common Mistakes Every First-Year Student Makes
Welcome to College! The best days of your life have just begun. 🎉
No uniform, no strict parents watching you, and classes that you can technically skip. It feels like paradise, right?
But wait. Many students get too carried away with this new freedom and end up regretting it later. Don't be that person. Here are the 5 most common mistakes freshers make (so you can avoid them!). 👇
1. Taking "75% Attendance" Lightly 📉 This is the #1 mistake. You think, "I'll cover up the attendance later."
The Reality: You won't. If your attendance drops below 75%, colleges can detain you or stop you from sitting in exams.
The Fix: Skip classes if you must, but keep a buffer. Don't burn your attendance in the first month.
2. Sticking Only to School Friends 🤝 It is comfortable to hang out with people you already know from school.
The Mistake: You miss out on meeting new people from different cities and backgrounds.
The Fix: Force yourself to talk to at least 3 new people every week. Your college network is your net worth!
3. Blowing Up Money in the Canteen 💸 "Chalo canteen chalte hain" (Let's go to the canteen) becomes a daily ritual.
The Mistake: Spending ₹100-200 daily on snacks doesn't feel like much, but it adds up to ₹5,000+ a month!
The Fix: Set a weekly budget. Eat hostel mess food or bring a tiffin sometimes. Save your money for bigger trips or events.
4. Ignoring Clubs and Societies 🎸 Many freshers think clubs (Dance, Drama, Debate) are a waste of time.
The Mistake: Recruiters love students who have extracurricular achievements. It shows leadership.
The Fix: Join at least one society in your first year. It’s the best way to make friends and build your CV.
5. Treating the First Year as a "Rest Year" 😴 You studied hard for 12th boards/entrance exams, so you want to relax.
The Mistake: If your GPA (Grades) tanks in the first year, it is very hard to pull it up later.
The Fix: Have fun, but don't fail. Maintain a decent average so you aren't stressed during placements.
Conclusion College is about balance. Enjoy your freedom, party with friends, but remember why you are there. A little discipline now will make your next 3 years amazing! ✨