Admission counsellor

AR RAHMAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE; Kolkata District; On-site; INR 100,000 - 167,000; Part time

Job summary

AR Rahman Educational Institute in Kolkata invites applications for a part‑time Admission Counsellor on‑site. You will guide prospective students and families, respond to inquiries, conduct counseling, and explain courses, fees, and academic pathways.

You will maintain lead and enrollment records, follow up with applicants, coordinate with faculty to schedule demos, tests and orientations, and participate in outreach events while upholding integrity and student‑centric guidance.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to counsel students and families clearly and build trust.
• Organizational and administrative skills: maintain records, follow‑ups, and documentation accurately.
• Basic sales and counseling skills: lead management and enrollment nurturing with a student‑first approach.

Responsibilities

• Guide prospective students and families through admissions, answer inquiries, conduct counseling, explain courses and fees.
• Maintain records of leads and enrollments; follow up with applicants and coordinate with faculty.
• Schedule demos, tests, orientation sessions; support outreach events and walk‑in counseling; reflect integrity and student‑centric guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Sales and counseling

Digital tools proficiency

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM software

Email & spreadsheets

Job description

Company Description

AR Rahman Educational Institute is a structured academic organization based in Kolkata, delivering quality education from Class 1–12, as well as NEET, IIT-JEE, Commerce, CLAT, and specialized crash courses. The institute emphasizes concept clarity, academic discipline, small-batch learning, and measurable outcomes to ensure personalized academic support for every student. A dedicated team of experienced educators, including IIT graduates, PhD holders, and MSc faculty, has consistently achieved over 90% academic success rates while mentoring thousands of learners. The institute’s mission is to build strong academic foundations, instill ethical values, and create long-term success pathways for students. Prospective team members join an environment focused on student growth, teaching excellence, and continuous improvement.

Role Description

The Admission Counsellor role is a part-time, on-site position based in Kolkata. The Admission Counsellor will guide prospective students and families through the admission process, including responding to inquiries, conducting counseling sessions, and explaining course offerings, fee structures, and academic pathways. This role involves maintaining accurate records of leads and enrollments, following up with potential applicants, and coordinating with faculty and administration to schedule demos, tests, and orientation sessions. The Admission Counsellor will support outreach efforts such as school visits, events, and walk‑in counseling, while ensuring that every interaction reflects the institute’s values of integrity, transparency, and student‑centric guidance. The position requires consistent presence at the institute during designated hours and active collaboration with the academic and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to counsel students and families effectively, including the ability to explain academic programs clearly and build trust.
• Candidates should possess organizational and administrative skills, such as maintaining student records, managing follow‑up schedules, and handling documentation accurately.
• Candidates should possess basic sales and counseling skills, including lead management, conversion‑focused follow‑ups, and a student‑first advisory approach.
• Candidates should possess proficiency in computer and digital tools, including email, spreadsheets, CRM or admission management software, and online communication platforms.
• Candidates should possess problem‑solving and customer service skills, with the ability to address queries, resolve concerns, and provide guidance aligned with institute policies.
• Relevant experience in academic counseling, admissions, or education services is beneficial; familiarity with NEET, IIT‑JEE, Commerce, CLAT, and school‑level curricula is an advantage.
• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline is preferred, along with proficiency in English and local languages commonly used in Kolkata.
• Ability to work on‑site during agreed part‑time hours and collaborate positively with faculty and staff is required.