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Top 100+ Skills for Resume

Complete list of hard skills, soft skills, and technical skills for 2026. Industry-specific examples included.

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Written by Career Experts at NaukriAlertIndia
5+ years in recruitment & resume screening Reviewed by HR Professional
Last Updated: April 2026 Based on analysis of 10,000+ resumes

Hard Skills vs Soft Skills

Hard Skills: Teachable, measurable abilities like programming languages, software proficiency, foreign languages, machine operation.

Soft Skills: Interpersonal skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, adaptability, leadership.

A good resume includes both hard and soft skills to show you have the technical abilities and the interpersonal qualities employers want.

Technical Skills for IT/Software

Python
Java
JavaScript
C++
React
Angular
Vue.js
Node.js
Django
Flask
Spring Boot
SQL
MongoDB
PostgreSQL
Git
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
Azure
REST APIs
GraphQL
CI/CD
Machine Learning
Data Analysis
TypeScript
PHP
Laravel

Engineering Skills

AutoCAD
SolidWorks
CATIA
MATLAB
ANSYS
Project Management
Quality Control
Six Sigma
Lean Manufacturing
PLC Programming
SCADA
Structural Analysis
Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Circuit Design
Embedded Systems

Marketing & Business Skills

Digital Marketing
SEO
SEM
Social Media Marketing
Content Marketing
Email Marketing
Google Analytics
Facebook Ads
Google Ads
Brand Management
Market Research
Sales
CRM
Customer Service
Business Development
Strategic Planning
Budget Management

Soft Skills (Universal)

Communication
Teamwork
Problem-Solving
Adaptability
Leadership
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Creativity
Emotional Intelligence
Conflict Resolution
Decision Making
Work Ethic
Attention to Detail
Organization
Flexibility
Collaboration
Mentoring
Public Speaking
Negotiation
Networking
Self-Motivation

Data & Analytics Skills

Excel
Tableau
Power BI
SQL
R Programming
Python for Data
Statistical Analysis
Data Visualization
Data Mining
Big Data
Hadoop
Spark
Machine Learning
Predictive Analytics
A/B Testing
Data Cleaning

Government Job Skills

General Knowledge
Computer Literacy
Typing
Data Entry
Administrative Skills
Record Keeping
Report Writing
Communication
Team Coordination
Policy Implementation
Public Service
Legal Knowledge
Financial Management
Audit Procedures
Office Automation

How to Choose Skills for Your Resume

  • Match Job Description: Include skills mentioned in the job posting
  • Be Specific: Instead of "computer skills," list "Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint"
  • Include Both Types: Balance hard skills (technical) with soft skills (interpersonal)
  • Be Honest: Only list skills you actually have
  • Prioritize Relevance: Put most relevant skills first

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