Formal and usually written requests for something (such as a job, admission to a school, etc.) is known as application. A document that is

1. Communication Skills
Topic : Application Writing
Application Writing:
Definition:
● Formal and usually written requests for something (such
as a job, admission to a school, etc.) is known as
application.
● A document that is used to make a formal request for
something is known as Application.
● The process of writing a document that is used to make
a formal request for something is known as Application
Writing.
● For Example: We write an application to our Sir for
requesting to give us permission to excuse for not coming
and also telling the reason for absence.
In application writing , we write a greeting addressing to
anyone. While writing an application we include a sentence on
telling the reason for your writing the application.Application
also provides information about anything and it is written in
formal form. E.g. Sir , Manager of company , Organization
to organization,etc.
Format or Application is as following:
To,
The Principal,
Gujarat University
Gujrat, Pakistan
01/08/20
Muhammad Ali
Gujarat University

2. Gujrat, Pakistan
Respected Madam,
With due respect, it is stated that I am
Jason Hack, Student of the Second semester-
BS-English at University of Gujrat, Rollno. 288.
I have to visit my village with my parents due to
some serious family issue. Therefore, I will not be
able to attend university for two days.
I have asked my teachers and
there are no planned quizzes or assignments
for these two days. I will take notes from my
fellows and will try to make up for the missed
classes as soon as I return.
Kindly accept my leave request
for two days. I will be highly thankful for this
act of kindness.
Yours obediently,
Muhammad Ali
Application Letter:
An application letter is a standalone document you submit to a
potential employer to express your interest in an open position
A job application letter can impress a potential employer and
set you apart from other applicants. In your letter, you may
also want to show your familiarity with the company to which
you’re applying.
How to write Application Letter:
When writing an application letter for a job, follow these
steps to make sure you include information about yourself and
your professional experience that will appeal to a hiring
manager:
● Review information about the company and position

3. ● Use a professional format
● Create the heading
● Address the letter to the hiring manager
● Open the letter by describing your interest
● Outline your experience and qualifications
● Include aspects of your personality
● Express appreciation
● Close the letter
Common mistakes of Application Letter:
Common mistakes of application letter are as follows:
● Grammatical and Spelling mistakes.
● Stop Stressing.
● Find the Right Point of Contact.
● Follow-Up With Your Updated Materials.
● Use Your Thank You Note to Your Advantage.
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