How to Write an ATS-Friendly Resume in 2026
Format, keywords, and section labels that help your CV pass applicant tracking systems.
Use standard section headings
Recruiters and ATS parsers expect labels like Experience, Education, and Skills. Creative headings like 'My Journey' often fail to categorize your content correctly.
Mirror job description keywords
Identify the top skills and responsibilities in the job post and weave them naturally into your bullet points. Avoid keyword stuffing — relevance beats repetition.
Keep formatting simple
Single-column layouts, standard fonts, and bullet lists parse reliably. Avoid text boxes, tables, headers/footers with critical info, and images for essential content.
Test before you apply
Use CV Pro's analyzer to score keyword match and formatting against the job description before submitting your application.