Admission officers reject SOPs in seconds if you make these mistakes. Avoid them.
Your SOP is the single most important document in your application. Here are 5 mistakes to avoid:
1. Starting with a boring quote or cliché. 2. Listing your resume in paragraph form. 3. Not showing 'why THIS program at THIS university'. 4. Being vague about your career goals. 5. Not proofreading — even small typos hurt.
Instead, tell a story, show growth, and be specific. Try Pragati's AI SOP Generator to get a first draft in 60 seconds.