MAHARAJA RANJIT SINGH

PUNJAB TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

COMPARISON OF JOB PORTALS

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• Naukri.com was launched on 27 March 1997. The company was started as a floorless
employment exchange. It was a database of resume, jobs, and recruitment consultants.
Conceived as a platform of job seekers and hiring managers to meet, the services went
commercial in October 1997.It all started when Sanjeev Bikhchandani quit his corporate job
at Hindustan Milkfood Manufacturers (now Glaxo Smithkline) and founded two companies
with his partner-Info Edge(for arranging database) and Iandmark (pharmaceutical). Info Edge
offered salary reports to various categories of college graduates such as engineering and
MBAs. Salary reports were sold to companies, somewhere between 5000 and 10,000 INR.
Sanjeev and his business partner at Info Edge operated from servants’ quarter located in
Sanjeev's home.
MERITS OF NAUKRI.COM:-

• Wide Range of Job Listings: Naukri.com offers a vast array of job listings across
various industries and sectors, providing users with numerous options to explore.
• Resume Posting: Users can upload their resumes, making it easier for recruiters to find
suitable candidates.
• Job Alerts: Naukri.com sends regular job alerts based on users' preferences, keeping
them informed about relevant job openings.
• Career Resources: The portal provides career-related articles, tips, and resources to
help users enhance their job search and professional development.
DEMERITS OF NAUKRI.COM:-

• Competition: Due to its popularity, job listings on Naukri.com often attract a large number
of applicants, leading to stiff competition for positions.
• Spam Emails: Some users may receive a high volume of spam emails from recruiters or
promotional messages, which can be overwhelming.
• Limited Features for Free Users: While basic services are free, certain features, such as
access to premium job listings or enhanced visibility for resumes, may require a paid
subscription.
• Quality of Listings: As with any job portal, the quality of job listings can vary, and users may
encounter outdated or irrelevant postings.
INDEED.COM:-

• Tower and Indeed Brewing company. Indeed, Inc. is an American worldwide employment
website for job listings launched in November 2004. It is a subsidiary of Japan's Recruit
Holdings and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and Stamford, Connecticut, with additional
offices around the world. As a single topic search engine, its central functionality is also an
example of vertical search. Indeed is currently available in over 60 countries and 28
languages. In October 2010, Indeed.com surpassed Monster.com to become the highest-
traffic job website in the United States.
MERITS OF INDEED.COM:-

• Extensive Job Listings: Indeed.com aggregates job postings from various sources, providing
users with a vast array of employment opportunities across different industries and locations.
• User-Friendly Interface: The website features a simple and intuitive interface, making it
easy for job seekers to search for jobs, upload resumes, and apply to positions.
• Customized Job Alerts: Users can set up personalized job alerts based on their
preferences, receiving notifications for new job listings that match their criteria.
• Company Reviews: Indeed.com allows users to access company reviews and ratings,
providing valuable insights into potential employers and helping job seekers make informed
decisions.
DEMERITS OF INDEED.COM:-

• High Competition: Due to its popularity, job listings on Indeed.com often attract a large
number of applicants, leading to stiff competition for positions.
• Scam Listings: Like any job portal, Indeed.com may contain fraudulent or scam job postings,
requiring users to exercise caution and conduct thorough research before applying.
• Limited Contact Information: Some job listings on Indeed.com may lack detailed contact
information or provide limited visibility into the hiring company, making it challenging for
applicants to reach out directly.
• Incomplete Listings: While Indeed.com aggregates job postings from various sources, some
listings may be incomplete or lack essential details, potentially causing confusion for job
seekers.
MONSTER.COM:-

• Monster.com was founded when Jeff Taylor, the owner of human resources company
Adion, contracted Net Daemons Associates to develop a facility whereby job seekers
could search a job database with a web browser.Initially the site, which went live in April
1994, was populated with job descriptions from the newspaper segment of Adion's
business.However, in 1996, The Monster Board issued a press release that was widely
picked up and drove more people to the site. The Monster Board became the first public
job search website on the internet and the first to have job search agents or job alerts.
MERITS OF MONSTER.COM:-

• Extensive Job Listings: Monster.com offers a wide range of job listings across various
industries and sectors, providing users with numerous options to explore.
• Resume Posting: Users can upload their resumes to the platform, making it easier for
recruiters to find suitable candidates.
• Advanced Search Filters: The website features advanced search filters, allowing users to
refine their job searches based on criteria such as location, industry, experience level, and
salary range.
• Career Resources: Monster.com provides career-related articles, tips, and resources to help
users enhance their job search, improve their resumes, and excel in interviews.
DEMERITS OF MONSTER.COM:-

• High Competition: Due to its popularity, job listings on Monster.com often attract a large
number of applicants, leading to stiff competition for positions.
• Paid Services: While basic job search features are free, certain services such as resume
writing assistance or enhanced visibility for job seekers may require a paid subscription.
• Limited Contact Information: Some job listings on Monster.com may lack detailed
contact information or provide limited visibility into the hiring company, making it challenging
for applicants to reach out directly.
• Outdated Listings: Despite efforts to maintain up-to-date job postings, some listings on
Monster.com may be outdated or no longer available, leading to frustration for job seekers.
JOBLEADS.COM

• Jobleads was founded in 2019 by Jan Von Ahlen, who currently serves as the company’s
Managing Director and Chief Technology Officer. Based in Munich, Germany, Jobleads is a
privately held company focused on providing AI-powered lead generation services to
recruitment agencies, SaaS companies, marketing agencies, and other business types. The
purpose of Jobleads is to efficiently connect job seekers with relevant opportunities
while helping recruiters automate lead generation and outreach. It aims to streamline the
hiring process for both parties.
MERITS OF JOBLEADS.COM:-

• Exclusive Job Listings: Jobleads.com provides access to exclusive job listings, including
positions that may not be advertised elsewhere, giving users access to unique opportunities.
• Advanced Search Filters: The platform offers advanced search filters, allowing users to
refine their job searches based on specific criteria such as industry, location, experience level,
and salary range.
• Personalized Job Alerts: Users can set up personalized job alerts based on their
preferences, receiving notifications for new job listings that match their criteria.
• Career Insights: Jobleads.com provides insights and analytics on job market trends, salary
information, and demand for specific skills, helping users make informed decisions about their
career paths.
DEMERITS OF JOBLEADS.COM:-

• Limited Job Listings: Despite offering exclusive job listings, Jobleads.com may have a smaller
pool of job opportunities compared to larger job portals, potentially limiting users' options.
• Paid Subscription Required: Access to certain features and job listings on Jobleads.com
may require a paid subscription, which could be a barrier for some users.
• Limited Geographic Coverage: Jobleads.com may have limited geographic coverage,
focusing primarily on certain regions or countries, which may not be suitable for users seeking
opportunities in other locations.
• Lack of Company Information: Some job listings on Jobleads.com may lack detailed
information about the hiring company, making it challenging for users to research potential
employers before applying.
COMPARISON:-
Sr. No. NAUKRI.COM INDEED.COM MONSTER.COM JOBLEADS.COM

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