JOB APPLICATION

A job application is an official form that employers ask all applicants to fill up a position/vacancy in their company/ firm/institute. A job application demands formal and precise treatment and helps employers easily compare the background and work experience of each applicant.

Alternate Definition:  An official form and materials that one submit to be considered for a job.

Application for a job comes under long writing composition (120-150 words) and carries 5 marks.

Distribution of Marks:

Format: * Sender’s address * Date * Receiver’s address * Subject * Salutation * Complimentary close	01 mark
* Content	02 marks
Expression: * Grammatical accuracy, structure, usage of appropriate words, and spelling * Coherence and relevance of ideas and style	01 mark       01 mark
Total	05 marks

Job Application  

                                                                            

LIST OF A FEW PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

SOLVED QUESTIONS

Q1. You are Kavya/ Kayanash of 34, II phase Saraswati Puram, Mysore. You saw an advertisement in The Indian Express for the post of Marketing Manager in a reputed firm in Bangalore. You wish to apply for the same. Write a letter in 120- 150 words applying for the job, submitting your candidature with a detailed bio-data.

ORIENT ENTERPRISES BANGALORE Requires Marketing Managers @BANGALORE, MANGALORE, SHIMOGA, DEVANAGERE& MYSORE. Package: 4-5 lakhs with attractive incentives (Bonus, Commission) & PF Benefits. Interested candidates with a minimum of two years can apply with their Bio-data latest by 12 August, 20XX to the Public Relations Officer, Orient Enterprises, I lane, 2 cross, Patel Kempaiah Layout, Chkkasandra, Peenya, Bangalore-560058

34, II Phase

Saraswati Puram

Mysore

13^th July 20XX

The Public Relations Officer

Orient Enterprises

I Lane, 2 Cross

Patel Kempaiah Laypout

Chokkasadra Peenya

Bangalore-560058

Subject: Application for the post of Marketing Manager.

Sir

      In response to your advertisement published in ‘The Indian Express’ dated August 12, 20XX, for the post of marketing manager. I wish to offer my services as one of the candidates. I have completed my M.BA in Marketing Management from XYZ Institute Bangalore.

         I am a young enthusiastic person with good communication skills in English,   Kannada, Hindi and Tamil. I have the requisite qualifications and experience as demanded by your company.

     If selected, I shall discharge my duties to your entire satisfaction. My bio-data is enclosed herewith for your perusal and reference.

Anticipating a favourable response from your side.

Thanking You

 Yours Sincerely

Kavya Rajvansh.

                                                                          Enclosed:

1. Bio-Data

2 Required Documents

BIO-DATA

NAME:     KAVYA RAJVANSH

FATHER’S NAME:   M S RAJVANSH

DATE OF BIRTH:  22 July 1996

SEX:  Female

 NATIONALITY: Indian

 MARITAL STATUS:  Single

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

S.NO	COURSE	BOARD/ UNIVERSITY	PERCENTAGE
1.	XII	CBSE	92
2.	BBA	AMITY, DELHI	90
3.	MBA	SYMBIOSIS, PUNE	88

 EXPERIENCE: 3 Years in GET Enterprises, Mumbai.

LANGUAGES KNOWN: English, Kannada, Hindi, Tamil.

CONTACT ADDRESS: 34, II phase Saraswati Puram, Mysore (988XXXXXXX)

REFERENCES: 1. Rohini Sengupta, PRO GET Enterprises Mumbai

                          2. Ramesh P K Dean Symbiosis  Institute Pune

Q2. You are Arun/ Arati Sharma of 21, MG Road, Mumbai. You have seen an advertisement in Hindustan Times for the post of Chief Chef in a 5- star Hotel. Apply for the job with your resume. Write in 120-150 words.

21. MG Road

Mumbai

13 July 20XX

The Managing Director

J W Marriott

Mumbai.

Subject: Application for the post of Chief Chef.

Sir

 This is in response to your advertisement published in ‘Hindustan Times’ dated 10^th July 20XX for the post of Chief Chef at your reputed hotel. My qualifications and experience suit the job specifications and I would like to offer my services for the above mentioned post.

I am hardworking, honest, and sincere and have a good command of spoken Hindi, English and Marathi.

If given an opportunity to work in your hotel I shall prove to be an asset for your prestigious hotel. I am enclosing my resume for your kind consideration.

I hope to get a positive response from your end.

Thanking You

Yours truly

RESUME

NAME:     ARUN SHARMA

FATHER’S NAME:   RAJIV SHARMA

DATE OF BIRTH:  4^th April 1997

SEX:  Male

  NATIONALITY: Indian

 MARITAL STATUS:  Single

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

S.NO	COURSE	BOARD/ UNIVERSITY	PERCENTAGE
1.	XII	CBSE	88
2.	BA Culinary Art	Ecoleducasse Mumbai	90
3.	Hotel Management	ITM Navi Mumbai	89

  EXPERIENCE: 2 Years in Radisson Blue, Mumbai.

LANGUAGES KNOWN: English, Hindi, Marathi

CONTACT ADDRESS:   21. MG Road Mumbai (988XXXXXXX)

                                            sarun1779@gmail. Com.

REFERENCES: 1. M K Pandey, Manager Radisson Blu Mumbai  

                   2.  Ashok Garg Principal ITM Navi Mumbai.

Q3  You are Damanjit Singh, a fresh graduate of film-making (BFA) from JTTI, Chandigarh. You saw the given advertisement in the newspaper and wish to apply for the position advertised. Write a letter Mili Johar Arts, along with your bio-data, expressing your interest in the advertised post. (CBSE Sample Question Paper 2023-24)

              

78, Sector 37 C

Chandigarh

26 June 20XX

 Mili Johar Arts

The Johar House

Offices 05-06

Diyali Hill, Mumbai

Subject: Application for the post of Assistant Director.

Sir

In response to your advertisement in the newspaper The Tribune dated 22^nd June 20XX for the position of Assistant Director at Mili Johar Arts, I wish to offer my candidature for the same.

I am a fresh graduate of film-making from JTTI, Chandigarh and I strongly believe I would be a great fit for the position. Throughout my course, I had been an active member, who worked on various projects and have gained a deep understanding of the filmmaking process.

I am very creative, a quick learner and passionate about direction. I have excellent communication and organizational skills that will definitely help me to fit into the role of discharging my duties as an Assistant Director effectively.

I am enclosing my bio-data herewith to enable you to assess my suitability for the post. If given an opportunity to be part of your esteemed team, I assure you to work with utmost sincerity and prove myself, an asset, to the prestigious Johar House.

In anticipation of a favourable response.

 Yours sincerely,

Damanjit Singh

Enclosed: 1.Bio-Data

2. Required Documents

BIO-DATA

NAME:  DAMANJIT SINGH

FATHER’S NAME:   PARAMINDER SINGH

DATE OF BIRTH:  24^th April 1999

SEX:  Male

 NATIONALITY: Indian

 MARITAL STATUS:  Single

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:

S.NO	COURSE	BOARD/ UNIVERSITY	PERCENTAGE
1.	XII	CBSE	91
2.	BFA- FilmMaking	Rayat Bahra Punjab	89

 EXPERIENCE: Fresher

LANGUAGES KNOWN: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Marathi

CONTACT ADDRESS: 78, Sector 37 C Chandigarh (988XXXXXXX)

                                            dmjitkaran@gmail. com

REFERENCES: 1. Manveer Kaur Principal

                  2.  Ashok Garg Principal ITM Navi Mumbai.

PRACTICE QUESTIONS

Q1. You saw an advertisement for the post of receptionist in a national daily given by JLB Publishers, Peshwa Road, Pune. Write a job application (including a resume) for the post in 120-150 words. You are  Kartika/ Kartik of N/221, Mall Road, Pune, a graduate from  Pune University and have done a Secretarial Practice course from SSM RV College Bangalore.

Q2. You are Rakul Mehra of 76  Panchsheel Enclave, New Delhi. Write an application for a job in response to the following advertisement which appeared in the newspaper ‘Economic Times‘.

Wanted Branch Manager for Standard Chartered Bank. The candidate should be a graduate of Commerce Stream with a minimum experience of 3 years. He/ She must possess excellent communicative skills. Attractive salary with perks. Apply within 15 days with a detailed resume to the managing Director, Standard Chartered Bank, II phase MG Road New Delhi

Q3. You are Rohit/ Reema. You have seen the advertisement for the post of PGT English in St. Stephen’s School, Pathankot. Write a letter in response to the advertisement applying for the post. Give your detailed Bio-data also.

Q4. You are Ankit/Ankita of 57, Jinkalawada Road, Hyderabad. You have come across an advertisement in The Hindu for the recruitment of Computer Engineers by Satyam Software. Apply in response to the advertisement, giving your detailed resume. Invent necessary details.

Q5. Draft an application for the post of chemist in Radhaamani Health Care (Pvt.) Ltd., Chennai, in response to their advertisement that appeared in The New Indian Express. Prepare a biodata to be enclosed. You are Raghavan/ Radhika from C-40 S. Nagar South Arcot.