Biodata Format

'First impression is the last impression.' This is an age-old quote that is absolutely true and rightfully believed by those who have the responsibility of picking up the best of the lot to get a certain job done. Whenever an advertisement for a job opening is given in the newspaper, applications pour-in in heaps and it is the job of the company's recruiting officer to select the perfect people for that position.

I am sure that everyone knows the procedure that is followed for these interviews. First, applying for the job by sending a copy of your biodata, then if the biodata gets shortlisted, facing a series of tests and interviews is inevitable. The biodata format includes certain rules and guidelines that have to be followed strictly to make a standard biodata.

The biodata, also known as the resume, is a small peek into the professional life of a person, that is printed on a few sheets of paper. The biodata is the entry pass for any person into the company hence, its structure and format has a lot of importance. A systematically made biodata will catch the eye and lead to further opportunities whereas a haphazardly made biodata will miss the chance even if it belongs to the perfect person. Following is a biodata format and some resume writing tips.

Format for Biodata

Resume

Name :
Age :
Date of birth :
Address for communication:

Phone / Mobile :
Email :

Career Objective
(Mention a generalized career objective in not more than 2-3 lines)

Educational Qualifications

Qualification	Institute Name	Board/University	Percentage/Grade	Year of Passing

Work Experience (For experienced candidates)

Organization	Designation	Job Responsibility	No. of Years

Projects (Beginners/experienced candidates can specify the projects from their previous work place)

Organization	Project Name	Tools Used	Duration	Description in Brief

Achievements and Extra Curricular Activities
(Any extra curricular activity for which you can provide testimonials, can be mentioned here in points.)

About Yourself
(While working in a group or individually, 2-3 lines about your professional attributes such as team builder, initiator, leader, etc.)

Other Career Skills (Optional)
(If you know any computer languages or any other professional knowledge in your field of expertise)

Personal Information

Full Name :
Father's Name :
Mother's Name :
Hobbies / Interests :
Marital Status :
Languages known :
Place :

The above format may vary slightly from person to person. However, there are a few tips that can help to make the biodata presentable. Keep the font size between 12 to 14 and always select a font type that is clear. Highlight the subheads by making them bold or underlined. Give bullets while mentioning points. Leave enough space wherever necessary (do not leave extra space to make the biodata long). Keep the descriptions precise, such that can be captured easily even if the person is just glancing at the biodata. Do not boast about yourself neither do keep any loopholes that may suggest that you lack confidence.

Generally, some companies may have their own format in which the biodata has to be submitted. The above given is a general format that can be used if the company's biodata format is not known or not specified. So, it is always better to inquire about any such details prior to applying. Writing a biodata does not require a high level of creative writing skills, but if you think you still cannot write, you can always utilize the services of a professional resume writer. Happy Job Hunting!