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Job Application Format

The document outlines a job application format, detailing the structure of the cover letter and bio-data. It specifies the content for each paragraph of the letter, including the source of the job information, qualifications, and references to enclosed documents. Additionally, it provides a template for the bio-data, including personal details, qualifications, work experience, and references.

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Job Application Format

The document outlines a job application format, detailing the structure of the cover letter and bio-data. It specifies the content for each paragraph of the letter, including the source of the job information, qualifications, and references to enclosed documents. Additionally, it provides a template for the bio-data, including personal details, qualifications, work experience, and references.

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JOB APPLICATION FORMAT

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.
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
word “Yours Sincerely” is used.
SIGNATURE- Here finally you write your name. (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-
Photograph (Passport-sized)
Bio-data or CV
Copies of certificates
Any other

The Bio data or CV is generally divided into four parts as follows-


Personal Details
Qualifications
Experience
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 NAME OF THE NAME OF THE YEAR OF PERCENTAGE
EXAMINATION BOARD/ INSTITUTION PASSING
UNIVERSITY

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 – 2 references compulsory

Name of the person


Designation and Name of the Organisation
Contact Details

DATE
PLACE
SIGNATURE

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