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Writing Skills :Class -12

How to Write An Effective


Application for a Job
Components of a Formal Letter
▪ Sender’s Address( in three lines)

▪ After tis Date is given ( October 08,20XX or 08 October, 20XX and while mentioning date , month should be spelled in full)

▪ Receiver’s Address( in three lines consisting of Designation, Institution name and the Address)

▪ Subject Line ( actually a concise statement of the topic of the letter so begin with Noun related to the topic in the questio n.
For e.g. Request/Complaint/Views/Concern/Appeal/Permission/Requisition . Subject should be not more that 3-4 words and
it should be underlined)

▪ Salutation( It is the official address to the designated authority)

▪ Content ( usually spilt-up in three paragraphs , but may be shorter or longer depending on the requirement of the letter)

▪ Complimentary close( Capitalize only the first letter of complimentary close e.g. Yours faithfully/ truly or Truly yours)

▪ Signature & Name and Designation( write your full name and designation ,if applicable)
▪ Enclosures( It includes the documents enclosed with the letter)
2 Garden Villa
Layout of the format
Layout of the format
16 Main Road Sender’s Address
Patna-20

14th January, 2016 Date


The Commissioner
nReceiverDesignati and Add.)
Municipal Corporation of Patna
Receiver’s Designation and Address
Patna-800031

Subject: Traffic Congestion Subject Line


Sir, Salutation
_______________________(1st Para Purpose of writing the letter)_______________________________________________________________________________

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

_________________________________________________________________________
Content
___________________2nd) para details & solution)___ ___________________________

_________________Request________________________________________________

Yours faithfully/Yours truly,


Complimentary close
Rajesh Kumar
Signature, Name & Designation
What is a Job Application & its components
A job application letter is a standalone document you submit to a potential employer to express your interest in an
open position. So these types of letters demand a very formal and precise treatment .
▪ The opening paragraph should clearly state the objective statement, identify the job by title
and state where you came to know about it.
▪ In the second paragraph outline your qualifications ,experience and accomplishments, be
specific ,not vague.
▪ After this indicate why you are interested, why you are suitable for the job how your
experience and skills qualify you for the job.
▪ Request a personal interview indicating flexibility in time and place.
▪ Enclosure- Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Sample of a Job Application
59, M.G. Road

Sample of a Job Application


Delhi-01

8 October ,2020

The Head of HR

Herald Pioneers(Pvt) Ltd.Co.

Delhi

Subject- Application for the post of Accounts Manager

Sir,

This is in response to your advertisement that appeared in ‘ The Times of India’ dated 6 October, 2020, regarding the post of Accounts Manager, I have a great interest in this position and would like to
be considered as a candidate for the same.

I have earned the degree of Master in Accounts from Delhi University. As regards my education qualifications, experience , a dditional talents and other details of relevance , a detailed resume of mine
has been enclosed herewith for your kind perusal. If this fulfils your requirement I shall be gratified to hear from you.

Herald Pioneers enjoys a formidable reputation . Under your able guidance , I would not only have an opportunity to hone my s kills but also discharge my duties to the best of my ability endeavoring to
accomplish targets but above all to be an asset to the organization.

I sincerely hope for an interview letter.

Yours faithfully

Ravi Kumar

Encl:- 1.Resume

2. Testimonials
Components of a good resume
▪ Name : Rohit Kumar

▪ Father’s name : Amar Kumar

▪ D.O.B. : 13 June ,19XX

▪ Marital Status : Single

▪ Contact Details :54, M.G. Road, Delhi

▪ Educational Qualification : Class Board/Uni Year of Passing Percentage

▪ Work Experience : 5 years at ………..

▪ Hobbies : Travelling

▪ Expected Salary : 7lakhs per annum

▪ References : 1. K.P. Singh, Manager, PNB Delhi 2. ………………………………………….

Declaration- I ,hereby, solemnly, declare that all the information furnished above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief .

Place- …………………………… Signature

Date- …………………………………. ……………………….


Useful Phrases/Lines For A Job Application

▪ I am interested in applying for the post of ……….,which was advertised in The Hindu on 6 th October,2020.
▪ I would like to be considered for the position ………… as advertised by you in ‘’ The Hindu’ on July10,
20XX.
▪ I would like to be considered for the post of….. as advertised by you in …… on…..
▪ I graduated from…….. ,I also earned a one-year Diploma in…..
▪ I have obtained valuable experience in……./I have been instrumental in winning Trophies at both school
and college level/ I think my skills are a fit for your needs
▪ I would like to take this opportunity to broaden and further develop my skills of…../ …….. Ia an area I
have been very interested.
▪ I shall be much obliged for an interview call at your convenience.
▪ I eagerly anticipate a call for an interview at the earliest.
▪ I look forward to hearing from you.

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