JOB APPLICATION (120 - 150 words)

Application for a job must include a covering note and a resume.

The following points should be kept in mind:-

A. Cover letter format

1. Format of a formal letter is followed.

a. Sender’s address
b. Date
c. Receiver’s designation and address
d. Subject
e. Salutation (Sir/ Madam)
f. Content
i. PARAGRAPH 1- Begin the body of the letter by mentioning the source
(from where you got to know about the job) of information about the job
(e.g., newspaper) along with the day, date and advertisement number. Also
mention the post you wish to apply for.
Example -
This is in reference to the advertisement in name of d newspaper dated
……….. for the post of ……….. I wish to offer my candidature for the
same.

ii. PARAGRAPH 2- Here, you are supposed to offer your candidature by

briefing about your qualifications, achievements, previous experiences and
your strengths. In other words, this paragraph should be an answer to the
question: ‘How are you the perfect candidate for the job?’.

iii.PARAGRAPH 3- In this part of the body, you are supposed to make a

reference to the photograph (passport-sized), Bio-data or curriculum vitae
and other detailed documents that you have enclosed.
End with ‘ In anticipation of a favourable response.’
Example-
Note : Resume enclosed for your perusal and consideration.
Or
Resume enclosed
g. Subscription (complimentary close)
h. Signature
i. Full name
B. Resume / Bio data format

Resume must include personal details.

1. Personal Details -
a. Name
b. Address
c. Phone Numbers
d. Email ID
e. Age and Date of Birth
f. Marital status – Single/Married
g. Nationality

2. Educational Qualifications
a. Mention the last qualification first (descending order)
b. Putting the qualifications in a chart/box makes it more professional

3. Professional Experience
a. Begin from the present employer
b. Mention the period of service

4. Personal Qualities or Strengths

a. Language proficiency
b. Hobbies
c. Awards won

5. References of two or three people

a. Names of people in position who can certify your character and conduct
Sample :

Question:
Write an application (including a resume), in 120-150 words, for the post of Receptionist
advertised in a national newspaper by JKL Publishers, Peshwa Road, Pune. You are
Karuna/Karan of M114, Mall Road, Pune.
Answer:

M114
Mall Road
Pune

20th June 2021

The Director
JKL Publishers
Peshwa Road
Pune

Subject : Application for the post of a Receptionist

Sir/Madam

This is in reference to the advertisement in The National Express dated 18 June 2022, for the
post of a Receptionist in your esteemed organisation; I wish to offer my candidature for the
same.

I have completed my graduation from Mathura University in 2018 and have also done a
Secretarial Practice Course from YMCA Mumbai. I am well versed in short hand and MS office.
I am presently working as a Receptionist in a renowned organisation in Delhi.

If given a chance I can assure you that I will work with utmost dedication and sincerity to serve
your organisation. I would request you to consider my application for the post. My resume is
enclosed with this letter for your kind perusal. Looking forward to a positive reply.

Yours sincerely
……………………
Sanjana Sharma
Enclosure : Resume
 Resume

PERSONAL DETAILS :

Name: Karan Patel

Address: M114, Mall Road, Pune.
Date of birth : November 23, 1993
Marital status : Single
Nationality : Indian
Contact no : 9757522485
E - mail id : Karan.patel93@gmail.com

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS :

YEAR OF CGPA/
DEGREE PASSING BOARD/UNIVERSITY PERCENTAGE

M.Com 2017 YMCA, Mumbai 73%

B.Com 2015 JNU 57%

XII 2012 CBSE 63%

X 2010 CBSE 84%

WORK EXPERIENCE :

NAME OF INSTITUTION POST DURATION

/ COMPANY
Preksha Publishers Receptionist 1 year

OTHERS :
Skills: MS Office, MS Word, Short Hand
Languages known : English, Hindi
Hobbies and Interests : Reading, Photography
Achievements : Silver Certificate in Secretarial Practice

REFERENCES :
Mr Haroon Ahmed, The Director of Preksha Publishers