Job Application Topic

What is a Job Application?

Employment application means the letter written for getting a job. It is the primary means of
introducing the job seeker to the employer. Through the job application, job seeker offers
his or her labour and service for a return. Therefore, the application for employment acts as
a personal advertisement. Job application contains appeal for the job along with the job
seeker’s personal data like name, address, qualification, and experience.
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Biodata Topic
What do you mean by BioData?
Bio data refers to a person’s life, experience and achievements. It should be representative
of all your personal and professional details in a specified format. It is generally divided into
four parts:
1. Personal Details
2. Qualifications
3. Experience
4. References
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Job application With Biodata | Class 12 English Writing

skills
In the class 12 CBSE examination, choices will be given to attempt any one question out of
the given two Long Answer Questions to be answered in 120-150 words. The questions will
be based on Letter writing (Based on verbal / visual input). (6 Marks)
Letter types include –
 Business or official letters (for making enquiries, registering complaints, asking for
and giving information, placing orders and sending replies)
 Letters to the editor (giving suggestions or opinion on issues of public interest)
 Application for a job
The breakup of 5 marks as per CBSE guidelines is as follows:-

Organization of ideas 01 mark

Content 02marks

Accuracy of spelling and

01 mark
grammar

Total 05 marks

[Note: – No marks are to be awarded if only the format is given. Credit should be given for
the candidate’s creativity in the presentation of ideas. The use of both the traditional and
the new format is permitted. Mixing of formats is not permitted.] (As per CBSE guidelines)
Job application and Bio-data is crucial not only from the point of view of the examination but
it is important in the long run also. While attempting the writing skills questions, it is pivotal
that the student follows the correct format. And for that, we present before you the proper
format to enable you to write the ideal job application letter along with the bio-data.
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Job Application Format Class 12
A job Application consists of two parts- the covering letter (appeal) and the bio-data/CV.
 Cover letter
The format for the covering letter is similar to the format of a Formal letter. It goes on like-
SENDER’s ADDRESS– The sender’s address is usually put on the top left-hand corner.
DATE- The sender’s address is followed by the date just below it. This is the date on which
the letter is being written. It is to be written in expanded form.
RECEIVER’s ADDRESS– Whether to write “To” above the address depends on the writer’s
preference. Make sure you write the official title/name/position etc of the receiver, as the
first line of the address.
SUBJECT- Then we sum up the purpose of writing the letter in one line. This helps the
receiver focus on the subject of the letter in one glance. It is important to underline the
subject.
SALUTATIONS- This is where you greet the person you are addressing the letter to. Bear in
mind that it is a formal letter, so the greeting must be respectful and not too personal. The
general greetings used in formal letters are “Sir” or “Madam”.
BODY– This is the main content of the letter. It is either divided into three paragraphs or
two paragraphs if the letter is briefer. The tone of the content should be formal. Do not use
any flowery language. Another point to keep in mind is that the letter should be concise and
to the point. And always be respectful and considerate in your language.
1. 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.
2. 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?’.
Keep in mind that it should be to the point and clear. You should not sound boastful.
 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. You can also appeal for a one-on-one interview.
End the body on a promising note, e.g., Looking forward to your positive response.
COMPLIMENTARY CLOSE- At the end of your letter, we write a complimentary closing. The
words “Yours Faithfully” or “Yours Sincerely” are used.
SIGNATURE– Here finally you sign your name. And then write your name in block letters
beneath the signature. This is how the recipient will know who is sending the letter.
(NOTE- Mention the name given in the question paper. Do not mention your personal
details.)
 Bio-data
After signing, you are supposed to mention the heading “ENCLOSURES” which will include
the name of the documents and testimonials attached along with the cover letter. They may
include the following-
1. Photograph (Passport-sized)
2. Bio-data or CV
3. Copies of certificates
4. Any other
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Biodata Format for CBSE Class 12 English writing skills
The Biodata or CV is generally divided into four parts as follows-
1. Personal Details
2. Qualifications
3. Experience
4. References

It goes like-
BIO-DATA (HEADING)
NAME
FATHER’s NAME
DATE OF BIRTH – In expanded form
ADDRESS
AGE
CONTACT NO.
EMAIL ID
NATIONALITY-Indian
MARITAL STATUS
QUALIFICATIONS-

NAME OF THE
BOARD/ -
UNIVERSITY

NAME OF THE
-
INSTITUTION

YEAR OF
-
PASSING

PERCENTAGE -

NAME OF THE
EXAMINATIO -
N

NAME OF THE
BOARD/ -
UNIVERSITY

NAME OF THE
-
INSTITUTION

YEAR OF
-
PASSING

PERCENTAGE -

NAME OF THE
EXAMINATIO -
N

NAME OF THE
BOARD/ -
UNIVERSITY
 NAME OF THE
-
INSTITUTION

YEAR OF
-
PASSING

PERCENTAGE -

1. Qualifications must be written in tabular form with the above mentioned heads.

WORK EXPERIENCE– It should be written from latest to the oldest along with the duration.
ACHIEVEMENTS
LANGUAGES KNOWN
SKILLS
WEAKNESSES
HOBBIES
REFERENCES
DECLARATION
DATE
PLACE
SIGNATURE
NOTE: The resume can be a part of the letter or as an enclosure
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Job application and biodata Tips for CBSE Class 12
Tips to attempt a question on Job application and biodata
Here are a few valuable tips for you to attempt the class 12 English writing skills – job
application and biodata question in a better way-
1. Make sure you double check for grammatical accuracy and spellings. They carry
marks.
2. Leave adequate number of lines between paragraphs to make it look clean.
3. Underlining the main points is very important. But it is advised to do it after finishing
your exam. Use a pencil and scale for underlining.
4. Presentation is very important.
5. Read a lot of letters to get an idea.
6. Never mention any of your personal details, i.e., name, school name or address.
7. Never write in one go. Make sure you follow the right format and make paragraphs.
8. Don’t use slangs or short forms.
9. Try not to exceed the prescribed word limit of 120-150 words.
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Job application with biodata Examples for CBSE Class
12
Job application with biodata – solved questions
Below are a few solved questions for you so that you get an idea as to how to attempt class
12 English writing skills – job application and biodata question well. Remember, the
more you read and practice, the better it is. As per, CBSE guidelines, it should not exceed the
prescribed word limit of 150-200 words.
Q1. Bal Vidya Public School, Bhilai, urgently requires a post-graduate teacher to teach
political science for which they have placed an advertisement in The Bhilai Express.
You are Sanjay/Sanjana Sharma from 21, Vasant Marg, Bhilai. Draft a letter including
a CV, applying for the advertised post.(120 – 150 words)
(SOURCE- CBSE 2018)
Answer:
21, Vasant Marg
Bhilai
01 March, 20XX
The Principal
Bal Vidya Public School
Bhilai
Subject- Application for the post of a post-graduate teacher
Sir/Madam
In response to your advertisement in The Bhilai Express, dated February 25, 20XX for the
post of a
political science teacher in your renowned school, I wish to offer my candidature.
I am enclosing a copy of my bio-data for your perusal and kind consideration.
I am available for the interview on any day of your convenience. If given a chance to serve
you, I
assure you that I shall work with utmost sincerity and dedication up to your satisfaction.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Sanjay/Sanjana Sharma
Encl.: Bio-data
BIO- DATA
NAME- Sanjay/Sanjana Sharma
FATHER’s NAME- Mithun Sharma
DATE OF BIRTH- 25 July, 1984
ADDRESS- 21, Vasant Marg, Bhilai
PHONE-98100XXXXX
E-MAIL- sanjsharma@gmail.com
MARITAL STATUS- single
AGE- 28 years
NATIONALITY- Indian
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS-
i. B.A. in Political Science
ii. M.A. Political Science
iii. B. Ed
HOBBIES- Trekking and reading
STRENGTHS- Good communication skills, computer literate, proficient in English, Hindi and
German
NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF REFERENCES-
i) Mr. Vijay Mathur, Principal
D.A.V. School, Gurudwara Rd., Delhi
ii) Mr. Satish Ohri
0Head of Commerce Department
Punjab University, Chandigarh

Q2. You are Ram/Rajani, living at 1, Rana Pratap Marg, New Delhi. Read the
advertisement given below and apply for the job that suits you giving your bio-data
separately. Sun University requires Lecturers in English and Demonstrators in
Physics, Chemistry and Botany for their new Campus at Panipat. Candidates with a
minimum of 5 year experience alone can apply. Excellent command of English is a
must. Excellent package and compensation for experienced persons. Those interested
may e-mail to sununiversityjobs@gmail.com or mail their response to: Box no 123,
‘The Harbinger’, New Delhi.
(SOURCE- CBSE 2017 COMPARTMENT)
Answer:
1, Rana Pratap Marg
New Delhi
01 March, 20XX
The Principal, Sun University
Box no 123
‘The Harbinger’
New Delhi
SUBJECT – APPLICATION FOR POST OF LECTURER IN ENGLISH/ DEMONSTRATOR IN
PHYSICS/CHEMISTRY/BOTANY
Sir/Madam
In response to your advertisement in The Times of India, dated February 25, 20XX for the
post of
English Lecturer/Demonstrators in Physics, Chemistry and Botany in your new campus, I
wish to
offer my candidature.
I would like to bring into notice that I possess all the aforementioned qualities required for
the job. I
am enclosing a copy of my bio-data for your perusal and kind consideration.
I am available for the interview on any day of your convenience. If given a chance to serve
you, I
assure you that I shall work with utmost sincerity and dedication up, to your satisfaction.
Thank you
Yours faithfully
Ram/ Rajani
Encl.:
i) Bio-data
ii) Testimonials
BIO- DATA
NAME- Ram/Rajani
FATHER’s NAME- Rajan
DATE OF BIRTH- 21 April, 1986
ADDRESS- 1, Rana Pratap Marg, New Delhi
PHONE- 98100XXXXX
E-MAIL-ra123@gmail.com
MARITAL STATUS- Married
AGE- 32 years
NATIONALITY- Indian
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS-
i) BA (Hons) in English
ii) MA in English
Or
i) B.Sc
HOBBIES- Reading, traveling, and net-surfing
STRENGTHS- Proficiency in English and Hindi, computer literate
EXPERIENCE- 7 years as English Lecturer OR Demonstrators in Physics, Chemistry, and
Botany in
University of Delhi
NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF REFERENCES-
i) Mr. Vijay Mathur, Principal
GD Goenka Public School, Pitampura, Delhi
ii) Mr. Satish Ohri
Head of Department: Commerce
Delhi University, Delhi

Q3. M/s Tenant Technologies, Gurugram, Haryana has advertised on Jobs.com some
positions of Web-content Managers. Write a job application to offer your services.
Express your willingness to work with them and invent all the other necessary details.
Enclose your Bio- data as well.
Ans.
1, Rana Pratap Marg
New Delhi

01 March, 20XX

The Human Resource Manager

Tenant Technologies
DLF Business Park, Sector 43
Gurugram

Subject – Application for the position of a Web-content manager

Sir/Ma’am

In response to your advertisement on Jobs.com , dated February 27, 20XX for the post of
a Web-Content Manager in your company, I wish to offer my candidature.

I would like to bring into notice that I possess all the aforementioned qualities required for
the job. I am enclosing a copy of my bio-data for your perusal and kind consideration.
I am available for the interview on any day of your convenience. If given a chance to serve
you, I assure you that I shall work with utmost sincerity and dedication up to your
satisfaction.

Looking forward to working for Tenant Technologies.

Yours faithfully
Ritwik Arora

Encl.:
1. i) Bio-data
BIO DATA
NAME- Ritwik Arora
FATHER’s NAME- Rajan Arora
DATE OF BIRTH- 21 April, 1986
ADDRESS- 1, Rana Pratap Marg, New Delhi
PHONE- 98100XXXXX
E-MAIL-rit23@gmail.com
MARITAL STATUS- Married
AGE- 32 years
NATIONALITY- Indian
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS-
1. i) BA (Hons) in English
2. ii) MA in Content Creation
HOBBIES- Reading, traveling, and net-surfing
STRENGTHS- Proficiency in English, Communication, creative writing
EXPERIENCE- 8 years of experience as a web-content manager in WebbitInc.
NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF REFERENCES-
1. i) Mr. Vijay Mathur, Head developer
WebbitInc., New Delhi
1. ii) Mr. Satish Ohri, Professor
Gargi college, Department of English And Literature, New Delhi

Q4. You are Arjun of 14, New Town, Delhi. You have seen an advertisement in The
Times of India for the post of Chief Chef in a 5-Star Hotel. Apply for the job with
complete biodata. Write in 125-150 words.
Ans.
14, New Town
New Delhi

24 April, 20XX

The Human Resource Manager

The Leela Hotel
DLF Business Park, Sector 78
Gurugram
Subject – Application for the position of Chief Chef

Sir/Ma’am

This is with reference to the advertisement published in the esteemed daily, The Times of
India, on April 05, 20XX. I am Arjun. I have completed my MBA in hotel management
from Indian Institute of Hotel Management, New Delhi . I intend to apply for the post of
chief chef in your esteemed organization.
I would like to bring into notice that I possess all the aforementioned qualities required for
the job. I am enclosing a copy of my bio-data for your perusal and kind consideration.
I am available for the interview on any day of your convenience. If given a chance to serve
you, I assure you that I shall work with utmost sincerity and dedication up to your
satisfaction.

Looking forward to working for The Leela Hotel.

Yours faithfully
Arjun Singhania

Encl.:
1. i) Bio-data

NAME- Arjun Singhania

FATHER’s NAME- Kaushal Singhania
DATE OF BIRTH- 21 April, 1995
ADDRESS- 14, New Town, Delhi
PHONE- 98100XXXXX
E-MAIL-arj23@gmail.com
MARITAL STATUS- Unmarried
AGE- 27 years
NATIONALITY- Indian
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS-
1. i) BA (Hons) in Hotel Management
2. ii) MBA in Hotel Management
HOBBIES- Reading, traveling, and net-surfing
STRENGTHS- Proficiency in English, Communication, Italian cuisine, Greek cuisine
EXPERIENCE- 8 years of experience as a sous- chef in The Oberoi Hotels.
NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF REFERENCES-
1. i) Mr. Vijay Kukreja, Chief Chef, The Oberois, New Delhi
2. ii) Mr. Ram Prakash
IIHM, Dean, New Delhi

Q5. You are Suman of 19, TT Nagar, Bhopal. You would like to apply for the post of
Marketing Manager in a reputed firm in Mumbai. Write a letter to the Public Relations
Officer, Chantap Enterprises, Mumbai, applying for the job. Write the letter in 125-150
words giving your biodata.

Ans.
19, TT Nagar
Bhopal

04 January, 20XX

Public Relations Officer

Chantap Enterprises
Mumbai

Subject – Application for the position of Marketing Manager

Sir/Ma’am

This is with reference to the advertisement published in the esteemed daily, The Times of
India, on January 01, 20XX. I am Suman. I have completed my MBA in Marketing
Management from Symbiosis University with 95% marks. I have also got five years working
experience in ABC Enterprises, Mumbai.
I would like to bring into notice that I possess all the aforementioned qualities required for
the job. I am enclosing a copy of my bio-data for your perusal and kind consideration.
I am available for the interview on any day of your convenience. If given a chance to serve
you, I assure you that I shall work with utmost sincerity and dedication up to your
satisfaction.

Looking forward to working for Chantap Enterprises.

Yours faithfully
Suman Kalra

Encl.:
1. i) Bio-data

NAME- Suman Kalra

FATHER’s NAME- Raj Kalra
DATE OF BIRTH- 23 April, 1995
ADDRESS- 19, TT Nagar
Bhopal
PHONE- 98100XXXXX
E-MAIL-suman23@gmail.com
MARITAL STATUS- Unmarried
AGE- 27 years
NATIONALITY- Indian
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS-
1. i) BA (Hons) in Marketing
 2. ii) MBA in Marketing Management
HOBBIES- Reading, traveling, and net-surfing
STRENGTHS- Proficiency in English, Communication, Marketing, Analytics
EXPERIENCE- 5 years of experience as a marketing assistant in ABC Enterprises.
NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF REFERENCES-
1. i) Mr. Vijay Kumar, ABC Enterprises, Mumbai
2. ii) Mr. Jai Prakash