# ATS First

> Free ATS resume checker, resume and cover letter builder, AI interview coach, and career
> tools for job seekers — India-first pricing, no subscriptions. Recruiters get bulk resume
> screening and sourcing tools.

ATS First scores a resume against a specific job description, shows the missing keywords an
Applicant Tracking System looks for, and helps rewrite the resume in an ATS-safe template.
Pro access is sold as one-time time-limited passes (7-day, 1-month, 3-month) — there is no
subscription and no auto-renewal.

- [llms-full.txt](https://atsfirst.com/llms-full.txt): Extended version of this file with per-section content summaries.

## Core products
- [ATS Resume Checker](https://atsfirst.com/ats-resume-checker): Score any resume against a job description; keyword gap report.
- [Resume Builder](https://atsfirst.com/resume-builder): ATS-friendly resume builder with live preview and PDF/DOCX export.
- [AI Resume Builder](https://atsfirst.com/ai-resume-builder): AI resume parsing, instant ATS scoring against any job description, ATS-safe templates.
- [Resume Writing Guide](https://atsfirst.com/resumes): Resume formats, section-by-section anatomy, resume vs CV vs biodata, fresher resumes.
- [Resume Templates](https://atsfirst.com/resume-templates): ATS-friendly resume templates, free to use.
- [Cover Letter Builder](https://atsfirst.com/cover-letter-builder): Cover letter builder with matching templates.
- [Cover Letter Writing Guide](https://atsfirst.com/cover-letters): Cover letter format block by block, how to open one, addressing without a name, length, email-body applications.
- [Cover Letter Examples](https://atsfirst.com/cover-letter-examples): 155 complete cover letter examples by job title and industry.
- [AI Interview Coach](https://atsfirst.com/interview-coach): Voice mock interviews with role/JD-tailored questions — spoken answers get a transcript, delivery metrics, and scored feedback (typing supported too).
- [Pricing](https://atsfirst.com/pricing): Free plan plus one-time Pro passes. No auto-renewal.
- [For Recruiters](https://atsfirst.com/recruiters): Bulk candidate screening and sourcing tools.

## Free tools for job seekers
- [Notice Period Calculator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/notice-period-calculator): Find your last working day and estimate the notice period buyout amount.
- [Salary Hike Calculator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/salary-hike-calculator): New salary after a hike %, or the hike % between two offers.
- [Resignation Letter Generator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/resignation-letter-generator): A professional resignation letter with notice period, ready to send.
- [Work Experience Calculator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/work-experience-calculator): Add your jobs and get total experience in years and months.
- [JD Keyword Extractor](https://atsfirst.com/tools/jd-keyword-extractor): Paste a job description and see the skills and keywords that matter.
- [STAR Answer Builder](https://atsfirst.com/tools/star-answer-builder): Turn a Situation–Task–Action–Result outline into a polished interview answer.
- [Salary Calculator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/salary-calculator): Convert CTC to in-hand salary, or pay between annual, monthly, weekly and daily.
- [Job Application Email Generator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/job-application-email): Generate a polished application email with subject line in seconds.
- [LinkedIn Headline Generator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/linkedin-headline-generator): Craft a recruiter-friendly LinkedIn headline from your role and skills.
- [Professional Bio Generator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/bio-generator): Short professional bios for LinkedIn, Naukri, portfolios and social profiles.
- [QR Code Generator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/qr-code-generator): Turn any link or text into a downloadable QR code — great for portfolios.
- [Percentage Calculator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/percentage-calculator): Percentages, increase/decrease, and CGPA-to-percentage conversion.
- [Email Extractor](https://atsfirst.com/tools/email-extractor): Paste any text and pull out every email address, deduplicated.

## Free tools for recruiters
- [Bulk Candidate Screener](https://atsfirst.com/tools/candidate-screener): Rank resumes against a JD — 10 free every month, 500/mo with a Screening Pass.
- [Boolean Search Builder](https://atsfirst.com/tools/boolean-search-builder): Build LinkedIn & Naukri boolean search strings from your requirements.
- [Job Description Generator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/job-description-generator): A complete, structured JD from role, skills and responsibilities.
- [CTC Breakup Calculator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/ctc-breakup-calculator): Standard salary structure (basic, HRA, PF, gratuity) from a CTC figure.
- [Interview Scorecard Generator](https://atsfirst.com/tools/interview-scorecard-generator): Structured interview scorecards with competencies and rating scales.

## Interview question banks
- [Software Engineer / Developer Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/software-engineer)
- [Data Analyst Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/data-analyst)
- [Digital Marketing Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/digital-marketing)
- [Sales / Business Development Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/sales)
- [HR Executive / HR Generalist Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/hr-executive)
- [Fresher / Campus Placement Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/fresher)
- [Operations Manager Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/operations-manager)
- [Customer Service / Support Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/customer-service)
- [Product Manager Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/product-manager)
- [Accountant Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/accountant)
- [Project Manager Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/project-manager)
- [Nurse / Staff Nurse Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/nurse)
- [Teacher / School Teacher Interview Questions](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/teacher)
- [Accenture Interview Questions & Process](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/company/accenture): Round-by-round process, questions with answer strategies, and policy FAQs.
- [Cognizant Interview Questions & Process](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/company/cognizant): Round-by-round process, questions with answer strategies, and policy FAQs.
- [TCS Interview Questions & Process](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/company/tcs): Round-by-round process, questions with answer strategies, and policy FAQs.
- [Infosys Interview Questions & Process](https://atsfirst.com/interview-questions/company/infosys): Round-by-round process, questions with answer strategies, and policy FAQs.
- [Self Introduction for Interview](https://atsfirst.com/self-introduction-for-interview): The 60–90 second 4-beat format with fresher and experienced samples.
- [Tell Me About Yourself](https://atsfirst.com/tell-me-about-yourself): The present-past-future answer structure with worked examples for freshers, switchers, gaps and career changers.

## Resume formats (free Word downloads, no signup)
- [Resume Format](https://atsfirst.com/resume-format): Correct section order, the 3 format types, ATS-safe rules, India answers (photo, declaration, biodata) — with free DOCX skeletons.
- [Resume Format for Freshers](https://atsfirst.com/resume-format/freshers): Education and dated projects first, what replaces work experience, one-page rule — free fresher DOCX.
- [Biodata Format](https://atsfirst.com/biodata-format): Job biodata structure, biodata vs resume vs CV, when each is expected — free biodata DOCX.
- [Resume Format Download in Word](https://atsfirst.com/resume-format/download): All five free DOCX skeletons (simple, fresher, biodata, cover letter, Arabic) on one page, no signup.
- [Career Objective for Fresher](https://atsfirst.com/career-objective-for-fresher): The 2-line formula and 45 copy-ready objectives by stream (B.Tech, B.Com, MBA, BCA, B.Sc, Diploma, Nursing, Arts).
- [Declaration in Resume](https://atsfirst.com/declaration-in-resume): Six sample declaration lines, the place/date/signature format, and when a declaration is required vs when to drop it.
- [Cover Letter Format](https://atsfirst.com/cover-letter-format): Block layout section by section, three filled samples (fresher, experienced, email body), India specifics — free DOCX.

## Resume examples by industry
Every example is a complete sample resume — summary, experience with quantified bullets,
education, skills and certifications — rendered in a real template and openable in the builder.
- [Engineering Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/engineering)
- [IT Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/technology)
- [Healthcare Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/healthcare)
- [Business Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/business)
- [Marketing & Sales Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/marketing)
- [Finance Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/finance)
- [Creative Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/creative)
- [Education Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/education)
- [Customer Service Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/customer-service)
- [HR Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/human-resources)
- [Operations Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/finance-ops)
- [Science Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/science)
- [Legal Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/legal)
- [Hospitality Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/hospitality)
- [Skilled Trades Resume Examples](https://atsfirst.com/resume-examples/trades)

## Articles
- [AI Mock Interview Practice: Rehearse Online for Free in 2026](https://atsfirst.com/blog/ai-mock-interview-practice): How to run a free AI mock interview online — spoken questions, per-answer scoring, pace and filler-word feedback — plus a self-practice loop and how AI reps compare to a human mock.
- [How to Land a Remote Job: Resume and Application Strategy (2026)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/remote-job-resume-guide): Remote roles attract far more applicants. How to signal remote-readiness on your resume, handle time zones as an Indian candidate, and spot fake listings.
- [Follow-Up Emails That Work: After Applications and Interviews (Templates)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/follow-up-email-after-application): Four copy-paste follow-up email templates — after applying, post-interview thank-you, after silence, recruiter check-ins — plus timing rules and mistakes.
- [Interview Preparation: The Complete Guide for Your Next Job Interview](https://atsfirst.com/blog/interview-preparation-guide): Research routines, the 10 most common questions, the STAR method with a worked example, and day-of checklists — walk into your next interview prepared.
- [Resume Formats Explained: Chronological vs Functional vs Hybrid](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-formats-guide): Chronological vs functional vs hybrid resume formats: structures, who should use each, why functional fails in ATS, and why reverse-chronological wins.
- [How to Improve Your ATS Score: A 20-Point Checklist (2026)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/improve-ats-score): A practical 20-point checklist to raise your ATS score — formatting, keyword, content, and file fixes — plus what a good score looks like and myths to ignore.
- [LinkedIn Profile Optimization: Get Found by Recruiters in 2026](https://atsfirst.com/blog/linkedin-profile-optimization): How LinkedIn Recruiter search works, headline formulas, About section structure, skills strategy, and the Open To Work settings that get you found in 2026.
- [Career Change Resume: How to Switch Industries Without Starting Over](https://atsfirst.com/blog/career-change-resume-guide): Audit transferable skills, rewrite your summary, translate jargon, and use the combination format to switch industries without starting from zero.
- [How to Explain Employment Gaps on Your Resume (Without Panic)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/employment-gap-resume-guide): Layoffs, caregiving, upskilling — gaps are normal. How to format them on your resume, what to say in interviews, and the mistakes to avoid.
- [5 Cover Letter Examples That Actually Get Read (2026)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/cover-letter-examples): Five complete cover letter samples — fresher, software engineer, career changer, digital marketer, operations manager — plus why each one works.
- [Resume Format Guide 2026: Which Layout Passes ATS](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-format-2026): Chronological, functional, or combination? Which resume layout is most ATS-safe in 2026 — plus the single-column rule, safe fonts, margins, PDF vs DOCX, and the right section order.
- [How to Check Your Resume's ATS Score for Free](https://atsfirst.com/blog/check-ats-score-free): What an ATS score actually means, a step-by-step way to check it free, how to read your match score and missing keywords, and exactly how to improve it before you apply.
- [Resume vs CV: The Real Difference (And Which One India Uses)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-vs-cv-difference): Resume, CV, and biodata are not the same document. What each means, what Indian employers actually expect, and when you genuinely need a full CV.
- [How Long Should a Resume Be? 1 Page vs 2 Pages (2026 Guide)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/how-long-should-a-resume-be): One page or two? Length rules by experience level, what to cut, Indian vs US CV conventions, and whether the ATS actually cares — the 2026 guide.
- [175+ Resume Action Verbs That Make Recruiters Look Twice (2026)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-action-verbs-list): 175+ powerful resume action verbs grouped by category, before/after bullet rewrites, and the verb + metric formula that makes recruiters look twice.
- [Resume Skills Section: What to Include (50+ Examples by Role)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-skills-section-guide): Hard vs soft skills, how many to list, 50+ role-specific examples, the skills that quietly hurt you, and how ATS software actually matches skills.
- [15 Resume Mistakes That Get You Rejected (And How to Fix Them)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-mistakes-to-avoid): Photos, father's name, fancy templates, buzzwords — 15 resume mistakes that trigger ATS and recruiter rejections, with a specific fix for each one.
- [How to Tailor Your Resume for Every Job Application (Step-by-Step)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/how-to-tailor-resume-for-every-job): Stop sending the same resume everywhere. A 15-minute, step-by-step routine to tailor your resume to any job description — with before/after examples.
- [Fresher Resume Guide: Get Your First Job With No Experience (2026)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/fresher-resume-guide): No work experience? No problem. Here's exactly how to structure a fresher resume to beat ATS and impress recruiters.
- [10 Most Popular ATS Systems Used by Employers in 2026](https://atsfirst.com/blog/top-ats-systems-2026): Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS — the top ATS platforms explained, who uses them, and what they mean for your application.
- [10 Resume Summary Examples That Get Interviews (2026)](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-summary-examples): 10 real, role-specific resume summary examples — Software Engineer, Product Manager, Fresher, Career Changer, and more — plus the formula that makes them work.
- [ATS-Friendly Resume Format: The Complete 2026 Guide](https://atsfirst.com/blog/ats-friendly-resume-format): PDF vs DOCX, safe fonts, single-column layouts, standard headings — everything you need to make your resume machine-readable.
- [How to Beat ATS Systems in 2026](https://atsfirst.com/blog/how-to-beat-ats-systems): What an ATS really does, why 75% of resumes get rejected, and 5 steps to get past the filters.
- [Resume Keywords Guide: Get Past ATS Filters](https://atsfirst.com/blog/resume-keywords-guide): Hard vs soft skills, action verbs, and exactly where to place keywords on your resume.
- [Cover Letter Writing Tips That Get Interviews](https://atsfirst.com/blog/cover-letter-tips): The 3-paragraph formula — Hook, Pitch, Call to Action — that lands interviews.

## Comparisons
- [ATS First vs Jobscan](https://atsfirst.com/vs/jobscan): Feature and pricing comparison — one-time Pro passes from ₹199 (₹999 for 3 months) plus a built-in resume builder, vs Jobscan's $49.95/month subscription with no builder.
- [ATS First vs Resume Worded](https://atsfirst.com/vs/resume-worded): Honest comparison — Resume Worded has deeper line-by-line feedback and a LinkedIn review tool; ATS First wins on value with a full builder and one-time INR passes.
- [ATS First vs Resume.io](https://atsfirst.com/vs/resume-io): Resume.io has polished templates and 20+ localized sites; ATS First wins on billing (one-time passes vs a $2.95 trial renewing at ~$29.95/4 weeks), free JD-match ATS checks, and India pricing.
- [ATS First vs MyPerfectResume](https://atsfirst.com/vs/myperfectresume): MyPerfectResume has an 800+ example library and phone support; ATS First wins on free PDF downloads, one-time passes vs the $23.95/4-week rebill, and a built-in interview coach.
- [Is Resume.io free?](https://atsfirst.com/is-resume-io-free): Building is free, PDF download is not — the $2.95 trial auto-renews at ~$29.95 every 4 weeks. What free includes and how to cancel.
- [Is MyPerfectResume free?](https://atsfirst.com/is-myperfectresume-free): The builder is free, downloads are plain-text only — PDF requires the $2.95 trial that renews at $23.95/4 weeks (≈$311/yr). Full breakdown and cancellation steps.
- [ATS Score explained](https://atsfirst.com/ats-score): What an ATS score measures, what counts as good (80+), the four weighted factors, and how to check it free.
- [Resume Score explained](https://atsfirst.com/resume-score): The difference between a per-resume strength score and a per-job ATS match score, and how to raise both.

## Arabic resources (الموارد بالعربية)
- [ATS First بالعربية](https://atsfirst.com/ar): Arabic hub — free ATS checker and career tools explained in Arabic for Gulf job seekers.
- [نموذج سيرة ذاتية](https://atsfirst.com/ar/resume-format): Correct CV section order with a free Arabic Word download.
- [كيفية كتابة السيرة الذاتية](https://atsfirst.com/ar/how-to-write-cv): Six practical steps from job ad to submission-ready CV.
- [قوالب سيرة ذاتية](https://atsfirst.com/ar/resume-templates): What makes a template ATS-compatible.
- [أسئلة المقابلة الشخصية](https://atsfirst.com/ar/interview-questions): The eight most common interview questions with answer strategies.
- [دليل وظائف الخليج](https://atsfirst.com/ar/gulf-cv-guide): CV rules for Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar in Arabic.
- [خطاب التقديم](https://atsfirst.com/ar/cover-letter): The three-paragraph cover letter structure.

## About
- [What is an ATS?](https://atsfirst.com/what-is-ats): Complete guide to Applicant Tracking Systems — how they parse, score, and rank resumes, and the major platforms (Workday, Greenhouse, Taleo, iCIMS).
- [Resume Format for Gulf Jobs](https://atsfirst.com/resume-for-gulf-jobs): CV guide for Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar — visa/Iqama status, notice period, photo norms, two-page rule, and ATS-safe formatting for Bayt, Naukrigulf and GulfTalent.
- [CV Format for UAE](https://atsfirst.com/resume-for-gulf-jobs/uae): UAE-specific CV lines — visit-visa status, AED total-package expectations, Dubai portals, applying from India.
- [Resume Format for Saudi Arabia](https://atsfirst.com/resume-for-gulf-jobs/saudi-arabia): Saudi-specific CV lines — Iqama status and profession, Saudization context, SAR packages, giga-project hiring.
- [How our ATS checker works](https://atsfirst.com/how-our-ats-checker-works): Transparent scoring methodology — keyword match 40%, formatting 25%, section completeness 20%, readability 15%.
- [FAQ](https://atsfirst.com/faq): Common questions about ATS scoring, builder features, pricing passes, payments, refunds, and data privacy.
- [About ATS First](https://atsfirst.com/about): The mission and approach behind ATS First's AI resume and ATS tools.