Job Application
Job Application
Application written in response to job advertisements made public through media is a job
application.
Marks : 5
Format: 1
Content: 2
Expression: 2
Cover letter
Resume(Bio data)
Sender's address
Date
Designation and Address of the addressee
Salutation
Subject
Reference/Introduction
Qualification
Experience
Interest and skills
Contact Number
Subscription
Signature
Name of the writer
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.
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.
BIO DATA
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:
Personal Details
NAME
FATHER’S NAME
DATE OF BIRTH – In expanded form
ADDRESS
AGE
CONTACT NO.
EMAIL ID
NATIONALITY-Indian
MARITAL STATUS
Qualifications
Qualifications must be written in tabular form with the above mentioned heads.
Experience
It should be written from latest to the oldest along with the duration.
ACHIEVEMENTS
LANGUAGES KNOWN
SKILLS
STRENGTH
HOBBIES
REFERENCES
DATE
PLACE
SIGNATURE
EXAMPLE 1
1. 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 to 150 words)
Bhilai-100421
24 July 2020
The Principal
Bhilai- 100421
Subject- Application for the post of a Post- Graduate Teacher of Political Science
Sir
In response to your advertisement in "The Bhilai Express" dated 20th July 2020, I offer myself
as a candidate for the Post- Graduate teacher of Political Science in your renowned school.
I am young teacher post graduate with B.Ed. from Government college of Education, Bhilai. I
have three years of experience in a reputed school.
I will be highly obliged if you kindly consider me for the said post. My CV is enclosed herewith for
your kind person perusal. I look forward to attending an interview at your earliest convenience.
Yours Sincerely
Sanjay Verma
Curriculum Vitae
Personal Details
Nationality- Indian
Educational Qualification
Work Experience
Presently working as a Post Graduate Teacher in Political Science in Maharishi Vidya Mandir sice
April 2015.
Strength
REFERENCES
(i) Dr. Santosh Saini, Vice Principal, Maharshi Vidya Mandir
PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. You are Ram/ Rajani, living at 1, Raja Ram Marg, New Delhi. Read the following
advertisement and apply for the job that suits your qualification, giving your Bio data.
Sun university
2. Sunshine Public school, Pune, requires two sports coaches (one male and one female). Each
should be a degree holder in Physical Education as well as an SAI certified coach in athletics. You
have seen their advertisement and you know that you have these qualifications. Write an
application in 120 to 150 words along with your resume. You are Pravin/ Pravina, M-114, Najafgarh,
Delhi.