IKGPTU Strengthens Students’ Career Readiness Through Professional Communication and Interview Training

Kapurthala, October 22, 2026: Strengthening its focus on employability and holistic student development, I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University (IKG PTU) organised two interactive sessions to help students build professional confidence, communicate effectively and prepare for the demands of the workplace. The sessions, titled “Professional Communication with Presence” on October 8, 2026, and “Interviewing for Life: Building Confidence, Communication and Career Readiness” on October 14, 2026, were organised by the Centre for Extension and Outreach Activities (CEOA) at the university’s Main Campus, Kapurthala.
Students from Engineering, Management, Applied Sciences, Food Technology and Journalism participated in the sessions, which focused on practical communication techniques, professional conduct, effective self-presentation and interview preparedness. 
Prof. (Dr.) Arvind Kumar Bansal, Vice Chancellor, IKGPTU; Dr. Navdeepak Sandhu, Registrar; and Prof. (Dr.) Neelkanth Grover, Dean Academics, appreciated the initiative and emphasised the importance of developing professional competencies alongside academic excellence. They commended CEOA for providing students with opportunities to enhance their confidence and prepare for real-world professional challenges.
Neha Singh Makkar, Professional Trainer, served as the resource person for both sessions. She explained different communication styles, including passive, aggressive and passive-aggressive communication, highlighting their implications for interpersonal relationships and professional interactions. She also discussed Mehrabian’s model of communication, drawing attention to the role of verbal, vocal and non-verbal cues in conveying messages and creating impressions.
The sessions also addressed interview preparation and effective self-presentation. Makkar guided students on essential preparatory steps, interview etiquette and ways to present their strengths confidently. She highlighted the importance of personal grooming, appropriate posture and positive body language in creating a professional impression and making a positive impact during interviews.
Both sessions witnessed enthusiastic student participation, with attendees actively engaging in discussions and seeking clarification on their queries. The interactive format enabled students to gain practical insights into workplace communication, professional behaviour and the expectations associated with job interviews.
The sessions concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Kapil Gupta, Coordinator, CEOA, who expressed gratitude to the resource person and appreciated the active participation of the students.