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The impact of credit scores on job applications

Shravan Gupta (name changed), a 24-year-old with exceptional grades from business school and experience in a brokerage firm, applied for his dream job in a renowned private sector bank in Mumbai. To his surprise, he was rejected due to a less-than-satisfactory CIBIL score. This setback led him to spend six months rectifying his score before reapplying to the same employer. He now awaits an interview call.

One might question how a credit score relates to job applications. Indeed, most of us associate 'credit scores' with financial transactions like credit cards, home loans, personal loans, and car loans. However, a poor credit history could reduce your chances of not only securing a loan but also a job. A negative credit report or a low CIBIL score can indicate that you have borrowed money without repaying it promptly, leading employers to question your reliability.

Internationally, checking credit scores of potential employees is standard practice and is now gaining traction among companies in India. Many prominent private and foreign companies have incorporated this into their pre-employment screening process.

The importance of CIBIL scores in job interviews

When preparing for a job interview, you typically update your resume, reflecting on your academic achievements, job history, skills, and references. But have you considered your CIBIL Score?

The CIBIL score, or CIBIL TransUnion Score, is a 3-digit number ranging from 300 to 900. It represents your history of dealing with loans or credit cards. A higher CIBIL score improves your chances of getting a loan or credit card application approved. Your CIBIL report tracks your borrowing history, payments, late payments, and loan duration. Employers view this report as an indicator of personal attributes such as honesty, reliability, and organizational skills.

Why do organizations check this report?

1. Trustworthiness: A good credit score might make an organization consider you more trustworthy. It reflects your integrity and shows that you're committed to paying your dues, thereby fostering a solid relationship with your bank.

2. Performance and Responsibility: Financial struggles might affect an employee's performance. A poor score could indicate recklessness with repayments, leading employers to question your ability to take responsibility and maintain optimum performance levels.

Recognizing this need, we at JantaKhoj have launched a service offering Individual and Business Credit Reports. As a direct partner of CIBIL, India's premier credit information bureau, we provide direct, intermediary-free information. We offer employee credit score verification, enabling informed hiring decisions. Our comprehensive reports for B2B customers cover credit report verification and additional verification reports, giving a complete picture of a candidate and aiding in fraud detection.

So, before applying for a job, check your credit score and rectify any financial issues. If you're an employer, consider obtaining your prospective candidate's CIBIL score. Let's strive for financial hygiene!

Read more at: https://www.jantakhoj.com/blog/finan...ground-checks/

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