Formal Job Application Letter Format with Resume (Solved Example)

Are you preparing for your Class 10 or Class 12 English Board Exams? The Job Application is one of the highest-scoring topics in the Writing Skills section. Today, we are looking at the seventh important formal letter topic from our master list: Reading an advertisement and preparing a letter of application with a Resume/CV. Below is a cleanly formatted and fully solved example to help you practice and secure full marks!

Exam Tip: A Job Application in a board exam always consists of two parts. You must first write a formal Covering Letter (applying for the job) and then attach your Bio-data / Resume on the next page. Do not forget to write "Enclosure: Resume" at the bottom left of your covering letter!

Question: Job Application Based on an Advertisement

Read the following advertisement published in 'The Daily Times' and prepare a letter of application in response to it.

"Wanted a dynamic and hardworking Sales Executive for a reputed FMCG company in Chennai. Candidates must be graduates with good communication skills in English and Tamil. Minimum 2 years of experience preferred. Apply within 7 days to: The HR Manager, Global Consumer Goods Ltd., T. Nagar, Chennai."

You are Rohit/Roshni residing at 45, Anna Salai, Chennai. Write the application letter along with your Resume.

Sample Solution: Part 1 - Covering Letter

45, Anna Salai,
Chennai - 600002.

Date: November 6, 2026

To,
The HR Manager,
Global Consumer Goods Ltd.,
T. Nagar,
Chennai - 600017.

Subject: Application for the post of Sales Executive.

Respected Sir/Madam,

With reference to your advertisement published in 'The Daily Times' dated November 4, 2026, I would like to offer my candidature for the post of Sales Executive in your esteemed organization.

I have completed my Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) from Madras University with first-class honors. I possess excellent communication skills in both English and Tamil. Furthermore, I have two years of practical experience working as a Junior Sales Assistant at Apex Retailers, where I successfully met all my monthly sales targets and built strong client relationships.

I am a hardworking, dedicated, and dynamic individual. If given an opportunity to serve in your reputed company, I assure you that I will discharge my duties to the best of my abilities and contribute positively to the company's growth.

I have enclosed my detailed resume along with this letter for your kind perusal. I look forward to the opportunity of an interview.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Rohit

Enclosure: Resume / Bio-data


Sample Solution: Part 2 - Resume (Bio-Data)

RESUME

  • Name: Rohit Sharma
  • Father's Name: Mr. S. Sharma
  • Date of Birth: 15th August 2002
  • Address: 45, Anna Salai, Chennai - 600002
  • Contact Number: +91-9876543210
  • Email ID: rohit.sharma@email.com
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Educational Qualifications:

Examination Passed Board / University Year of Passing Percentage / Grade
B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) Madras University 2023 82%
HSC (Class 12) Tamil Nadu State Board 2020 88%
SSLC (Class 10) Tamil Nadu State Board 2018 91%

Professional Experience:

  • Worked as a Junior Sales Assistant at Apex Retailers, Chennai, from July 2023 to October 2026.
  • Responsible for direct customer sales and inventory tracking.

Languages Known:

English, Tamil, and Hindi (Read, Write, and Speak).

Hobbies:

Reading business magazines and traveling.

References:

  1. Mr. K. Natarajan, Branch Manager, Apex Retailers, Chennai. (Ph: 9988776655)
  2. Prof. R. Venkatesh, HOD Commerce, Madras University. (Ph: 9988776644)

Declaration: I hereby declare that all the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Date: November 6, 2026
Place: Chennai
Signature: Rohit Sharma


Examiner's Marking Scheme Breakdown (Total 8 Marks):

  • Format of Covering Letter (Sender, Receiver, Date, Subject, Sign-off): 2 Marks
  • Content of Covering Letter: 2 Marks
  • Format & Content of Resume (Bio-data with table): 2 Marks
  • Expression (Grammatical accuracy, professional vocabulary): 2 Marks