The Truth About Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
Over 80% of mid-to-large companies in India use ATS to filter resumes. If your resume isn't optimized, it might never be seen by a human. Here's how to beat the system.
How ATS Works
ATS scans your resume for specific keywords, education, and experience. It then assigns a score based on how well you match the job description.
ATS Optimization Rules
1. Use Standard Headers: Stick to 'Education', 'Work Experience', and 'Skills'.
2. Avoid Graphics: Images, tables, and columns can break the parser.
3. Keyword Matching: Use the exact phrasing from the job description.
4. Choose a Clean Font: Sans-serif fonts like Inter and Arial are best.
Why Your Current Resume Might Be Failing
Your resume might look "pretty" to a human, but if it has progress bars for skills or a complex two-column layout, the ATS might be failing to read it correctly.
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