What is Application Blank?

Application Blank :

          Application blank is most commonly used to collect information from the applicants. The information sought and information provided will facilitate the selection process. The information sought in application blanks may vary according to the position and the organization.

Mostly application blanks seek the following types of information.

(i)      Personal Data,

(ii)     Marital Data,

(iii)    Educational Data,

(iv)    Physical Data,

(v)     Employment Data,

(vi)    Extra-curricular Data &

(vii)   References.

When an applicant submits his application blank, he provides a brief bio-data about himself to the organization. It facilitates comparison among the applicants. It serves as a basis to initiate a dialogue in the interview.