Top 5 Career Mistakes Fresh Graduates Make — And How to Avoid Them Starting your career after graduation is exciting—but also full of unknowns. You’ve spent years studying, preparing, and dreaming about your future. But once you step into the professional world, reality hits hard. The job market is competitive, expectations are high, and mistakes can be costly.   According to the India Graduate Skill Index 2025 by Mercer-Mettl, only 42.6% of Indian graduates are considered employable , down from 44.3% in 2023.   The Economic Survey 2024–25 reveals that only 8.25% of graduates land jobs that match their qualifications , while over 50% are underemployed in low-skill roles .   Globally, the Cengage Group 2025 Employability Report shows that 48% of graduates feel unprepared for entry-level jobs , with 56% citing job-specific skills as their biggest gap . These numbers tell a clear story: fresh graduates are struggling—not because they lack potential, but becaus...