Resume Formats for Indian Jobs (2026)
Pick the format that matches your situation — fresher, experienced, government, Gulf or ATS-heavy portals. Every format opens in the CV maker with a filled sample you can edit, and you can switch between 10 designs at any time.
Resume Format for FreshersThe resume format for freshers that Indian recruiters expect, with a filled sample, section-by-section guide and objectives. Make yours and download as PDF.
Simple Resume FormatA simple, plain resume format that works for any job in India. See the sample, follow the section order and download your CV as PDF or Word.
Resume Format in PDFGet a resume format as a PDF: fill in your details, choose from 10 designs and download a print-ready A4 PDF. Tips for naming and sending your CV PDF.
Resume Format in WordNeed a resume format in Word? Build your CV online and download an editable Word (.doc) file, plus a PDF copy. Tips for editing resumes in MS Word.
One-Page Resume FormatOne-page resume format with a sample and practical tips to fit your CV on a single page. Use the Fit to one page tool and download as PDF.
Resume Format for Campus PlacementCampus placement resume format that placement cells and recruiters expect: one page, CGPA, projects and internships. Sample + PDF download.
Resume for Your First JobHow to write a resume for your first job in India: a simple format, a filled sample and points you can use even without work experience.
ATS-Friendly Resume FormatATS-friendly resume format for Naukri, LinkedIn and company portals: the layout, headings and keyword rules that help your CV get read. Sample included.
Resume Format for Experienced ProfessionalsResume format for experienced professionals in India: achievement-led bullets, career summary and a 2-page layout. See the sample and download as PDF.
CV Format for Gulf JobsCV format for Gulf jobs from India: passport and visa details, nationality, licences and a recruiter-friendly layout for UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Oman.
Which format should you use?
- Fresher or student: resume format for freshers or campus placement.
- Any job, keep it plain: simple resume format.
- Large companies and job portals: ATS-friendly format.
- 5+ years of experience: experienced professionals.
- Dubai, Saudi, Qatar: Gulf jobs.
- Government jobs: biodata for government job.