Adolescence is a critical developmental stage where students begin to explore their identities and future goals. This study examines the level of career awareness and aspirations among 100 adolescent students of Standard IX in an English Medium secondary school for the academic year 2025 26. The research utilised a descriptive survey method, employing a structured questionnaire to measure awareness across four domains career options, self assessment, sources of information, and decision making. The study involved a pre test to establish baseline awareness, followed by a systematic intervention comprising career guidance sessions, aptitude and personality tests, workshops, and goal setting activities. Findings revealed a significant improvement in student knowledge for instance, awareness of diverse career options rose from 7 in the pre test to 96 in the post test. The study concludes that structured career guidance is essential in secondary education to help students align their aspirations with their personal strengths and societal opportunities. Career Awareness, Career Aspiration, Adolescent Students, Secondary Education, Career Guidance. 25-26 National Level Conference on Transformative Higher Education-Skills, Equity, Innovation (THE-SEI 2026) Special Issue Mrs. Mamatha Shetty