Classified Advertisement
Classified Advertisement – A classified advertisement is a concise and specific public
announcement published in the classified section of newspapers or online platforms, intended to
buy or sell goods, property, offer or seek services, give job vacancies or matrimonial proposals,
or share information about missing persons, pets, lost and found items, etc. Classified
advertisements aim to reach a targeted audience efficiently, using clear, direct language to
convey essential details. They are a potent medium to influence readers' needs, interests, and
decisions
Tips for Writing Classified Advertisement
1. Be brief & precise – every word counts. Use phrases, no full sentences.
2. Start with a bold heading or UPPERCASE letters.
3. Use formal language.
4. Tailor content to ad type (e.g., job ads require specific skills).
5. Limit to 50 words.
6. Add contact details (phone/email) at the end.
7. No personal details to be included.
8. Enclose ad in a neat box (use a pencil).
Types of Classified Advertisements
1. Situation Vacant – Job openings.
2. Situation Wanted – Seeking a job.
3. For Sale – Selling items (cars, property, etc.).
4. Wanted to Purchase – Looking to buy items.
5. Matrimonial – Marriage proposals.
6. To Let – Property available for rent.
7. Accommodation Wanted – Looking for property on rent.
8. Lost and Found – Lost or found items.
9. Missing Person/Pet – Reporting a missing person or pet.
10. Educational – Courses, coaching classes, admissions, etc.
11. Travel and Tour – Tour packages, travel services
1. Situation Vacant (Job Openings)
Mention qualification/skills required/age
Specify job title/role.
Add contact details.
Classified Advertisement Examples
1. Principal, Sunrise Global School, Agra requires a receptionist for her school. Draft a
suitable advertisement in about 50 words to be published in the classified columns of
a national newspaper giving all the necessary details of qualifications and
experience required in the receptionist.
SITUATION VACANT
REQUIRED a young, dynamic, smart, charismatic and friendly female receptionist for Sunrise
Global School, Agra. Attractive salary with fringe benefits. Healthy work environment. Fresh
graduates with good communication skills can apply by sending their cover letter and resume by
March 30 on the below mentioned id: [email protected]. For queries, contact: 98100XXXXX
2. You are the General Manager of Tata Motors. You need a Chartered Accountant for
your office. Draft an advertisement to be published in The Times of India, New Delhi,
under the classified columns.
SITUATION VACANT
Required a Chartered Accountant for our corporate office in New Delhi. The
candidate must be professionally qualified (CA), with sound knowledge of
accounting standards, taxation, auditing, financial planning and corporate laws.
Minimum 3–5 years of post-qualification experience in a reputed organization
preferred. Excellent communication, analytical and leadership skills are essential.
Apply with detailed CV within 10 days to [email protected] ,For queries,contact
3. You are Arav. You wish to hire a dance teacher for your younger sister. Write an
advertisement to be published in the classified column of a leading daily.
SITUATION VACANT
Wanted a young female well qualified dance teacher for home tutoring a teenager at
Vasant Vihar, New Delhi. Handsome salary and perks.Experienced candidates with good
teaching skills can apply by sending their cover letter and resume by March 30 on the
below mentioned id: [email protected]. For queries, contact: 98100XXXXX
