Is there a job application form template available?
Yes. You can use templates in Word, Google Forms or dedicated survey tools to collect applicant details, qualifications and consent.
A job application form standardises the information you collect from candidates and speeds up hiring. You can build one using familiar tools. In Microsoft Word, create a template that includes sections for personal details (name, contact information), work experience, education, skills and references. Use checkboxes or dropdowns for yes/no questions (e.g. “Are you legally eligible to work?”) and leave space for short answers. Save the template and send it to applicants to complete digitally or in print.
Alternatively, create an online application using Google Forms, Microsoft Forms or a dedicated survey platform like Tofu Surveys. Online forms allow you to enforce required fields, upload resumes and automatically compile responses into a spreadsheet. Many HR software platforms also offer built‑in application forms with applicant tracking.
When designing your form, be mindful of privacy laws and anti‑discrimination guidelines. Ask only for information relevant to the job. Provide a consent statement explaining how the data will be used and stored. Once you’ve selected a template, you can adapt it to different roles and reuse it. For general form design tips, see How can I create a registration form? and How do I create a survey in Microsoft Word?.