For better writting skills

1. ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOL BARRACKPORE
FACULTY ENRICHMENT PROGRAMME -2022
ON
FUNCTIONAL ENGLISH (WRITING SKILLS)
PRESENTED BY:
GOUTAM KARMAKAR
PGT ENGLISH
APS BARRACKPORE

2. APPLICATION
2
FOR
JOB

3. Job Application
A Job application is an official document that a potential employer will require
candidates to complete when applying for a vacancy. It is the primary means of
introducing the job seeker with the employer.
Job Application includes the following two partsnecessarily:
The Cover Letter- The cover letter acts as an introduction written by the candidate to express their interest
in the position and what makes them the best fit for the job.
The Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Bio-data- It is a document attached with the cover letter carrying
an account of the applicant’s educational qualifications and previous occupations.
These type of letters demand a very formal and precise treatment, and are
accompanied by a bio-data/resume. The bio-data ought to include the name,
address and contact details, date of birth, educational and professional
qualifications, work experience, hobbies, present/ expected salary, references
and signature.

5. Format
Part I:
Part II:
Sender's Address
Date
Receiver's Address
Subject
Salutation
Cover Letter
Introduction/Opening statement – Givereferenceof the
advertisement givenwith dateand nameof the job.
Reason for applying/change – Giveany relevant reason for
applying for the job, e.g. Any relevant qualities that make the
candidate suitable for the job, e.g. sincerity. Key words that can
be used- (young, dynamic, good communication skills, diligent)
Enclosures– Iamenclosingmybio-datafor your perusal.

6. Complementary close and name – Yours truly
Name
(writeYourswith acapital 'Y' and truly with a small 't'. Remember, the word
Yours never takesand apostrophe. Writethe name in capital letters)
Part III: Bio-data/Resume
 Name
 Dateof birth
 Address and Contactdetails
 Educational and Professional qualifications (that
match the job profile, e.g. holds a Master's degree in
Physical Education)
 Work experience (e.g. has priorexperienceof
minimum 4 yearsas a sports teacher in a school)
 Hobbies
 Present/Expected salary
 References (Minimum 2)
 Signature.

7. Draft an application for the post of an
Accountant with Biodata in Ryan
International School, Patparganj, Delhi,
that was advertised in The Times of
India on 28 February 2021. You are
Keshav/Kriti of C-3/6 Yamuna Vihar,
Delhi- 110053.

8. C-3/6 Yamuna Vihar
Delhi
2 March 2021
The Principal
Ryan International School
Patparganj, Delhi
Subject : Application for the job of an Accountant
Sir,
This is with reference to your advertisement in The
Times of India on 28 February 2021 for the job of
an Accountant, I wish to offer my candidature for
the same.
I have requisite qualification and possess excellent
interpersonal skills.
If appointed I shall try and come up to your
expectations and discharge my duties.
My Bio data is enclosed herewith for your
kind perusal.
Yours truly
KESHAV
Sender’s address
Date
Receiver’s designation
and address
Subject
Salutation
Opening statement
Qualities/Reasons for
change
Suitability
Enclosures
Complimentaryclose
and name

9. Biodata/CV
Keshav Aggarwal
20 August 19xx
C-3/6 Yamuna Vihar, Delhi-110053
Name
Date of Birth
Address
Educational
Qualifications
Professional
Qualifications
Work Experience
CIA (Computerised Industrial
Accountant), ICA, Preet Vihar, Delhi
Working as an accountant in JM Prakashan Ltd., Sec 9,
Gurugram for the last 5 years
`30,000 p.m.
Expected Salary
References 1. Mr Sengupta, Head Accounts Division, JM
Prakashan Ltd.
2. Mr
. Om Gupta, Author
, Oxford Publications
Signature Ke
shavA
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10. ACTIVITY

11. You are Sudha/Sudhir, resident of A-7, Shanti Park, Delhi. You
read the following advertisement in The Hindustan Times on
14 March 2021. Identify the errors and fill up the missing gaps
in the given job application.
Situation Vacant
Wanted a young an experienced graduate with fluency in
English and Hindi to work as receptionist at Customer Care
booths of NCR Groups of Hotels, Delhi. Contact Manager along
with your complete CV within 7 days of this advertisement.

12. The Manager
NCR Group of Hotels
Delhi
16 th March 2022
A-7 Shanti Park
Delhi
Sir,
This is with reference to your advertisement in The Daily Times on 14 March 2021 for the
post of receptionist, I wish to apply for the same.
I have recently shifted to Kolkata and have been looking for a suitable opportunity.
I possess the requisite qualifications for the job and have 4 years of work experience in
parlours . You may call me for an interview on any date as per your convenience. I shall be
able to join my duties at one week’s notice, if appointed. I can assure you of my sincerity
and best services if given a chance to serve your esteemed Groups of Hotels.
Your's lovingly
SUDHA

13. Resume
Name
Date of Birth
Address
Sudha Kakkar
2 January 19xx
A-7, Shanti Park, Delhi. Ph.: 98104xxxxx
e-mail: sudhakakkar@gmail.com
Educational
Qualifications
Hotel Management, I.P. University with 68% marks
I have worked with Jalandhar parlour, Jalandhar for 4
years. English, Hindi and Punjabi
Music, Dancing and Net Surfing
`20,000 p.m.
Professional
Qualifications
Work Experience
Languages known
Hobbies
Expected Salary
References 1. Mr. Aakash, Manager, Ashoka Hotel, Jalandhar
2. Mr
. Subhash Dey, Author
, Shree Radhey Publications
Signature SudhaKakkar