Job Description
Job Summary: The Admission Counsellor is responsible for guiding prospective students through the admission process, promoting university programs, and ensuring smooth enrollment procedures. The role involves student interaction, counselling, documentation handling, and coordination with academic departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide career and course counselling to prospective students and parents.
- Explain university programs, eligibility criteria, fee structure, and scholarship details.
- Handle student inquiries via phone, email, and in-person meetings.
- Assist students with application forms and admission documentation.
- Maintain accurate student records and update admission databases.
- Coordinate with academic and administrative departments regarding admissions.
- Participate in education fairs, school visits, and promotional activities.
- Achieve admission targets set by the university.
- Follow up with applicants to ensure completion of admission formalities.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred).
- 1–3 years of experience in admissions, counselling, or education sector (Freshers with good communication skills may apply).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic knowledge of MS Office and admission management systems.
- Fluency in English, Hindi, and Odia preferred.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong convincing and negotiation skills
- Student-focused approach
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work under targets
- Professional and presentable personality
Skills
About NIST UNIVERSITY
NIST University (National Institute of Science and Technology) in Berhampur, Odisha, is a private technical research university established in 1996, known for engineering, science, and management programs, offering UG, PG, and PhD courses with strong industry ties, AI integration, and a focus on research and innovation, having recently transitioned to full university status and holding NAAC 'A' grade accreditation. It's promoted by the SM Charitable Educational Trust, offers programs like B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, and has world-class facilities, making it a prominent institute in the region.
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Job Overview
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Job Title
Admission Counsellor -
Job Type
Full Time -
Category
Back Office / Admin / Operation/ Front office -
Experience
1 - 3 years -
Degree
MCOM -
Offered Salary
₹ 0 - 3 Lakhs -
Location
Berhampur, Odisha, India


