Alumni Support and Engagement Program (ASE)
Our vision is to cultivate a strong ecosystem of support that enables every Akanksha alum to lead an empowered, self-directed life. We believe every young person deserves access to guidance, skills, and opportunities so they can thrive, no matter which path they choose. Since life after school is not a one-size-fits-all experience, our Alumni Support & Engagement (ASE) program begins as early as Grade 8, equipping students to make informed career decisions. ASE has focused verticals that strengthen real-world readiness by blending academic credentials, practical skills, internships, leadership camps, and vocational training. Through multiple strong partnerships with organisations across sectors, we help our alumni pursue diverse pathways such as college, apprenticeships, or entrepreneurial ventures, while building the confidence, awareness, and clarity to walk a path that is truly their own.
From Potential to Possibilities
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"Becoming a doctor was far from easy, but my Akanksha teachers stood by me even beyond school. Financial struggles almost ended my dream, but my Didis and Bhaiyyas ensured I continued. After Grade 12, I took a gap year to prepare for NEET-UG but didn’t succeed. Undeterred, I tried again and cleared it, only to face admission hurdles due to a missing domicile certificate. Refusing to give up, I made a third attempt and finally secured a spot in a government medical college in Maharashtra."
Dr Hitesh Chaudhary, Akanksha Alumnus
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"Becoming a doctor was far from easy, but my Akanksha teachers stood by me even beyond school. Financial struggles almost ended my dream, but my Didis and Bhaiyyas ensured I continued. After Grade 12, I took a gap year to prepare for NEET-UG but didn’t succeed. Undeterred, I tried again and cleared it, only to face admission hurdles due to a missing domicile certificate. Refusing to give up, I made a third attempt and finally secured a spot in a government medical college in Maharashtra."
Dr Hitesh Chaudhary, Akanksha Alumnus
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"Becoming a doctor was far from easy, but my Akanksha teachers stood by me even beyond school. Financial struggles almost ended my dream, but my Didis and Bhaiyyas ensured I continued. After Grade 12, I took a gap year to prepare for NEET-UG but didn’t succeed. Undeterred, I tried again and cleared it, only to face admission hurdles due to a missing domicile certificate. Refusing to give up, I made a third attempt and finally secured a spot in a government medical college in Maharashtra."
Dr Hitesh Chaudhary, Akanksha Alumnus
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"Becoming a doctor was far from easy, but my Akanksha teachers stood by me even beyond school. Financial struggles almost ended my dream, but my Didis and Bhaiyyas ensured I continued. After Grade 12, I took a gap year to prepare for NEET-UG but didn’t succeed. Undeterred, I tried again and cleared it, only to face admission hurdles due to a missing domicile certificate. Refusing to give up, I made a third attempt and finally secured a spot in a government medical college in Maharashtra."
Dr Hitesh Chaudhary, Akanksha Alumnus
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"Becoming a doctor was far from easy, but my Akanksha teachers stood by me even beyond school. Financial struggles almost ended my dream, but my Didis and Bhaiyyas ensured I continued. After Grade 12, I took a gap year to prepare for NEET-UG but didn’t succeed. Undeterred, I tried again and cleared it, only to face admission hurdles due to a missing domicile certificate. Refusing to give up, I made a third attempt and finally secured a spot in a government medical college in Maharashtra."
Dr Hitesh Chaudhary, Akanksha Alumnus
2023-2024
Success Rate
95%
alumni secured admissions in colleges or vocational programs
15
alumni have secured admissions in leading Universities like KREA, Ashoka, Flame and Azim Premji for graduate programs starting AY 2024-25
>40
alumni benefitted by participating in leadership /skill development camps through our partners like Aspen Leadership, Problem Solver Lab, Bloomberg APAC, Bound Publishing, ISL and Abbott.
24
alumni completed 1-to-1 mentorship programs for job training in collaboration with the Global Mentorship Initiative
>35
Partnerships were formed or retained across key support areas such as education, vocational training, skill development, mentoring, and scholarships. New collaborations were created with organisations focused on employability skills, and existing partnerships were further strengthened
How Akanksha Supports its Alumni
Career Awareness
Empowering students right from Grade 8 by enabling them to make an informed career choice through sessions, psychometric testing and individual counselling
University Exploration
We provide information about various universities and courses to alumni through orientations and help them navigate the application process as well as support and mentor them through the selection process
Step Up Program
Alumni are encouraged to give back through volunteering, creating a circle of support and inspiration thus fostering a sense of community
Vocations and Skill Development
Our programs highlight offbeat careers, encouraging alumni to consider exciting, unconventional path
Leadership Camps
Skill-building opportunities that foster leadership and teamwork among alumni
Employability Skills
Offering various opportunities that enable alumni with vital skills like resume writing, soft skills, and optimizing LinkedIn profiles and make them job ready
Akanksha Alumnus Tejashree Jadhav presents a powerful personal reflection
