A Mini Project Report on

ONLINE JOB PORTAL

Submitted in partial fulfillment of award of

BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY

Degree

in

Computer Science and Engineering

By

(Ajay Kumar)
(2200820100018)

Under the Guidance of

Mr. Mohd Ilyas
(Assistant Professor of CS Dept.)
Dr. Sachin Singh
(Assistant Professor of CS Dept.)

Department of Computer Science and Engineering

Moradabad Institute of Technology, Moradabad (U.P.)

Session: 2024-25

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 DECLARATION

I Ajay Kumar student of B.Tech (CSE) hereby declare that the Project titled “Online
Job Portal” which is submitted to Mr. Mohd Ilyas and Dr. Sachin Singh, Moradabad
Institute Of Technology, Moradabad in partial fulfillment of requirement for the
degree of B.Tech CSE, has not been previously formed the basis for the award of any
degree. I have duly acknowledged all the sources of information used in the
preparation of this project, and any contribution from other works or individuals has
been explicitly stated and cited.

I also confirm that the content of this project is free of plagiarism and adheres to the
ethical guidelines prescribed by the Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University,
Lucknow

Under the Guidance of

Student Name- Ajay Kumar
Mr. Mohd. Ilyas (Assistant Professor)
Roll No- 2200820100018

[Signature]

Dr. Sachin Singh (Assistant Professor)

[Signature]

Training Certificate

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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It is high privilege for me to express my deep sense of gratitude to those entire faculty
Members who helped me in the completion of the project, specially my internal guide
Mr. Mohd Ilyas and Dr. Sachin Singh who was always there at hour of need. My
special thanks to all other faculty members, Batch mate & Seniors of Moradabad
Institute of Technology, Moradabad for helping me in the completion of project work
and its report submission.

Student Name- Ajay Kumar

Roll No- 2200820100018

Abstract

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The online job portal is a comprehensive platform designed to bridge the
gap between job seekers and employers, enabling efficient and streamlined
recruitment processes. This system provides a user-friendly interface that
allows job seekers to create profiles, upload resumes, and search for job
opportunities tailored to their skills and preferences. Simultaneously,
employers can post job openings, browse applicant profiles, and manage
recruitment workflows.

Key features include advanced search algorithms, filters for job type and
location, personalized recommendations, and secure communication
channels. The portal integrates modern technologies such as artificial
intelligence to match candidates with suitable jobs, ensuring a higher
success rate for both parties. Additionally, it offers analytics and insights
for employers to evaluate hiring trends and candidate performance. The
system emphasizes accessibility, scalability, and data security, making it a
reliable and versatile solution for the evolving job market.

TABLE OF CONTENT

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Content Page No.

Declaration……………….………………………………………………ii

Certificate……………….……………...…………….…….…………...iii

Acknowledgement………………………………….……..…………….iv

Abstract………………….………………………….…..……………….v

CHAPTER 1- INTRODUCTION………………………….……………8

CHAPTER 2-Key Issues……………….……………….……………..9-10

2.1 Key Issues…………………………………………………….9

2.2 Objectives…………………………………………………….9

2.3 Motivation…………………………………………………….9

CHAPTER 3-Methodology.…………………………………………..11-12

CHAPTER 4-Feasibility Study…………………………………………13

CHAPTER 5-Implementation And Results…………………………..14-19

CHAPTER 6-Testing………………………………………………….20-22

CHAPTER 7-Conclusion………………………..……………………....23

CHAPTER 8-Future Scope……………………………………………24-25

CHAPTER 9-References………………………………………………26

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURES:

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5.1……………..…………………………….... Login frame

5.2………………………..……………………Main Dashboard

5.3………………………………..……………Admin Page

5.4……………………………………………..Posting Jobs

5.5……………………………………………. View Jobs

5.6……………………………………….…….User Page

5.7……………..……………………………... Edit Profile

5.8………………………..……………………Registration Page

5.9………………………………..…………….Logout

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 CHAPTER-1
INTRODUCTION

The online job portal is an innovative platform designed to revolutionize the traditional
recruitment process by connecting job seekers with employers in a seamless and efficient
manner. In today’s fast-paced digital era, finding the right job or candidate can be a
daunting and time-consuming task. The online job portal addresses these challenges by
providing a centralized and user-friendly solution for recruitment needs.

For job seekers, the portal offers a dynamic platform to create detailed profiles, upload
resumes, and explore a vast range of job opportunities tailored to their qualifications,
skills, and career aspirations. It includes advanced search options, filters for refining
results, and personalized job recommendations, enabling users to find their ideal roles
with ease.

Employers benefit from powerful tools to post job listings, screen applicants, and
manage recruitment processes. Features such as automated matching algorithms,
applicant tracking, and communication channels enhance efficiency and reduce the time-
to-hire.

The online job portal leverages modern technologies such as artificial intelligence and
data analytics to provide accurate job matches, insights into hiring trends, and actionable
feedback. By fostering a secure and inclusive digital environment, this platform aims to
serve as a bridge between talent and opportunity, supporting the evolving demands of the
global job market.

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 CHAPTER-2
KEY ISSUES

1) Key Issues

 Data Privacy and Security: Ensuring the protection of sensitive user data, such as
resumes, personal information, and communication details, from unauthorized access
and cyberattacks.
 Overwhelming Volume of Application: Employers often receive a high number of
irrelevant or poorly matched applications, increasing the burden of screening
candidates.
 Scalability and Technical Performance: Inability to handle large volumes of users
during peak periods, resulting in slow loading times or system crashes.
 Lack of Data Security: Data often resides in physical records or unsecured digital
files, making it vulnerable to loss or unauthorized access.

2) Objective

The primary objective of an online job portal is to provide a centralized platform that bridges
the gap between job seekers and employers, enabling a streamlined, transparent, and efficient
recruitment process. It aims to simplify job searches for candidates by offering easy-to-use
tools for finding and applying to relevant opportunities while helping employers post job
openings and identify suitable talent with minimal effort. By leveraging advanced algorithms
and filters, the portal ensures accurate matching between job seekers’ skills, qualifications,
and preferences and the available roles. Additionally, the platform seeks to enhance
accessibility, making job opportunities available to a wider audience, including those in
remote locations or with limited access to traditional hiring channels.

3) Motivation

The motivation behind developing an online job portal stems from the need to address
inefficiencies and challenges in traditional recruitment methods. The rapid digitalization
of industries and the increasing reliance on technology in everyday life have created a
demand for innovative solutions to connect job seekers and employers effectively.
Traditional methods of job searching, such as classified ads and walk-in applications,
are time-consuming, limited in reach, and often lack transparency. Similarly, employers
face difficulties in identifying qualified candidates quickly due to outdated and
inefficient recruitment processes.

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 1) Inefficiencies in Traditional Recruitment

 Job seekers face time-consuming and limited options with methods like
classified ads and in-person applications.
 Employers struggle to find qualified candidates quickly due to outdated
processes.

2) Demand for Digital Solutions

 The growing reliance on technology has created a need for centralized
platforms that simplify and streamline the recruitment process.

3) Need for Accessibility

 Many individuals lack access to diverse job opportunities due to
geographical, social, or economic barriers.
 An online platform makes jobs accessible to a global audience.

4) Enhancing Efficiency
 Employers require tools to reduce the time and cost involved in finding,
screening, and hiring the right candidates.
 Job seekers need a faster and more organized way to discover suitable
roles.

5) Rise of Modern Work Trends

 Trends like remote work, the gig economy, and specialized skill demands
highlight the need for adaptive and scalable recruitment platforms.

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 CHAPTER-3
METHODOLOGY

The methodology to complete this project is as follows:

• I explored net beans, concepts of swings and applets.

• For further and a deeper understanding, I even referred to some articles, books, journals,
websites and news articles.

Below are the important concepts on which the work has been done and with the
support of these I was able to work on my project.

NET BEANS- NetBeans is a Java-based integrated development environment (IDE).

NetBeans enables the creation of applications using a set of modular software
components known as modules. NetBeans is compatible with Windows, Mac OS X,
Linux, and Solaris. It also allows other programming languages to be extended. In
addition to Java programming, Third-party developers can expand NetBeans-based
applications, including the NetBeans IDE.

JAVA- High-level, Object-Oriented programming language which help programmers to

run their applications efficiently. JAVA is the programming language which comes into
our minds when we talk about android application. By using JAVA as a programming
language, programmer can develop any type of android application easily. JAVA also
provides many libraries which also helps in making efficient android application. Swing
is a Java GUI widget toolkit. It's part of Oracle's Java Foundation Classes (JFC), which
provides an API for creating graphical-user- interfaces for Java programmes.

SWING- Swing is a Java GUI widget toolkit. It's part of Oracle's Java Foundation
Classes (JFC), which provides an API for creating-graphical-user-interfaces for Java
programmes. Swing was created to give a more advanced collection of graphical user
interface components than the previous Abstract Window Toolkit. Swing offers a
pluggable look and feel that allows applications to have alook & feel that is

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unconnected to the underlying platform, as well as a look & feel that emulates the look
& feel of numerous platforms.

SQL- SQL (Structured Query Language) is a computer language that is used to manage
data in a relational database management system (RDBMS) or for stream processing in
a relational data stream management system (RDSMS). It's especially beneficial for
dealing with structured data, or data that has relationships between entities and
variables.

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 CHAPTER-4
Feasibility Study
In order to do a feasibility study, we must consider the following:

Technical Feasibility:

 Availability of Technology:
Tools and technologies required for development, such as programming languages (e.g.,
Python, JavaScript), frameworks (e.g., React, Node.js), and cloud hosting platforms (e.g.,
AWS, Azure), are readily available.
 Skill Requirements:
The project requires expertise in web development, database management, UI/UX design,
and cybersecurity. Skilled professionals are accessible in the market.

Operational Feasibility:

 Ease of Use:
The platform should have an intuitive design to ensure usability for diverse users,
including those with limited technical skills.
 Resource Requirements:
Requires a dedicated team for development, customer support, and regular maintenance.

Economic Feasibility:

 Initial Investment:
Includes development costs, server hosting, domain registration, marketing, and
maintenance expenses.
 Revenue Model:
The portal can generate revenue through subscription fees for premium job postings, ads,
featured profiles, and partnerships with training providers.

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 CHAPTER-5
IMPLEMENTATION
AND RESULT

Following are the screens of the Online Job Portal where you can see all the features of
this system in use and you can also see the GUI of the system.

Login frame – This is the login frame of this system where user have to enter the
required credentials to have access for the main dashboard.

Fig 5.1

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Main Dashboard – After login in, user is directed to the main dashboard of this
system.

Fig 5.2

Admin page – Here admin have to post their jobs.

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 Fig 5.3

Posting Jobs – Admin has to post their jobs for the people.

Fig 5.4

View jobs – In order to view regarding jobs information..

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 Fig 5.5

User page- Here user see jobs and apply directly from this page.

Fig 5.6

Edit Profile– Here user update their profile respect to their names,
qualification, email, password.

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 Fig 5.7

Registration Page – In order to Register user information, the user have to enter
Name and Qualification etc.

Fig 5.8

Logout– It is used to exit the HomePage.

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Fig 5.9

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 CHAPTER-6
Testing

1. Functional Testing

 User Registration and Login:

o Test account creation with valid and invalid data.
o Verify login with correct and incorrect credentials.
o Test password recovery and reset functionality.
 Job Search:
o Validate keyword search with relevant and irrelevant terms.
o Test filters (location, job type, industry, salary range, etc.).
o Ensure pagination works for search results.
 Job Application:
o Verify users can apply for jobs with and without uploaded resumes.
o Ensure confirmation messages or emails are sent after applying.
o Test status updates for submitted applications.
 Employer Features:
o Validate job posting functionality.
o Test editing and deleting job posts.
o Verify applicant tracking (view, filter, shortlist, reject).
 User Profiles:
o Test profile creation and updates for job seekers and employers.
o Verify upload and display of resumes, portfolios, or other documents.
o Ensure data privacy settings work as expected.

2. Usability Testing

 Navigation:
o Test ease of navigation across the portal.
o Validate the consistency of menus and links.
 User Interface:
o Ensure that buttons, icons, and labels are clear and functional.

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 o Verify that the interface adapts well to different screen sizes (responsive
design).
 Performance:
o Measure page load times for key functionalities.
o Test portal behavior under high user traffic.

3. Security Testing

 Authentication and Authorization:

o Test protection against unauthorized access.
o Validate secure login (e.g., CAPTCHA, two-factor authentication).
 Data Protection:
o Ensure sensitive data (passwords, resumes) is encrypted.
o Verify compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR).
 Vulnerability Testing:
o Test for SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and other vulnerabilities.

4. Compatibility Testing

 Browsers:
o Test compatibility across multiple browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari,
Edge).
 Devices:
o Verify functionality on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
 Operating Systems:
o Test compatibility with different OS platforms (Windows, macOS, iOS,
Android).

5. Performance Testing

 Load Testing:
o Check how the portal performs with multiple simultaneous users.
 Stress Testing:
o Identify the maximum load the system can handle before it breaks.

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 Scalability Testing:
o Test the portal's ability to scale up with increased users and data.

6. Accessibility Testing

 Verify adherence to accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG).

 Ensure screen reader compatibility for visually impaired users.
 Check keyboard-only navigation.

7. Integration Testing

 Verify integration with third-party services (e.g., payment gateways, email

systems).
 Test job alerts and notifications (via email or SMS).

8. Regression Testing

 Retest previously tested functionalities to ensure new updates haven't introduced

bugs.

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 CHAPTER-7
Conclusion

An online job portal is a powerful platform that bridges the gap between job
seekers and employers, streamlining the recruitment process and facilitating career
growth. By offering user-friendly features such as advanced job search,
personalized dashboards, and efficient application systems, the portal ensures a
seamless experience for all users. For employers, tools like job posting, applicant
tracking, and filtering enhance hiring efficiency. Robust security measures protect
user data, while responsive design and compatibility across devices ensure
accessibility for a diverse audience. With continuous updates and integration of
innovative technologies, an online job portal remains a critical tool in the evolving
job market, fostering connections and opportunities in a dynamic and efficient
manner.

An online job portal serves as a vital bridge connecting job seekers with
employers, offering a platform for efficient recruitment and career advancement.
Its success depends on a user-centric design that ensures intuitive navigation,
responsive interfaces, and accessible features across devices. Core functionalities,
such as streamlined registration, advanced job search, and seamless application
processes, enhance user satisfaction, while employers benefit from efficient job
posting and candidate tracking systems. Robust performance and security measures
safeguard sensitive information and maintain trust, while scalability ensures the
portal handles growing traffic and data. Continuous improvement through regular
updates and integration with third-party services adds value, keeping the platform
relevant and efficient. Ultimately, a well-designed job portal not only facilitates
talent discovery but also plays a pivotal role in shaping the modern job market.

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 CHAPTER-8
Future Scope

The future of online job portal applications is highly promising, driven by

advancements in technology and changing recruitment dynamics. Here are some key
future scopes for such platforms:

1. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Integration

 AI-powered recommendations can provide personalized job matches based on
user profiles, preferences, and browsing history.
 Predictive analytics can identify trends in hiring and job-seeking behavior,
offering insights to both employers and candidates.
 Chatbots can enhance user support by answering queries and guiding users
through processes.

2. Virtual and Augmented Reality (VR/AR)

 VR can enable virtual job fairs, interviews, and company tours, giving
candidates an immersive experience of potential workplaces.
 AR can provide interactive onboarding experiences and skill-testing modules
for candidates.

3. Blockchain Technology
 Blockchain can ensure secure and transparent storage of user credentials,
resumes, and certifications.

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  It can simplify verification processes for qualifications and work history,
reducing fraud and increasing employer trust.

4. Skill-Based Matching and Upskilling

 Platforms can evolve to offer integrated e-learning solutions, helping users
acquire in-demand skills directly within the portal.
 Skill assessments and certifications can be tied to job applications, making
 hiring more efficient and data-driven.

5. Gamification
 Gamified experiences can enhance user engagement, such as rewards for
profile completion or interactive quizzes to assess skills.
 Leaderboards and interactive modules can make the application process more
engaging and less stressful.

6. Advanced Analytics for Employers

 Real-time analytics dashboards can help employers track the performance of
job postings, assess hiring funnels, and optimize recruitment strategies.
 Tools to predict employee retention and performance based on application
data can further refine the hiring process.

7. Remote Work and Global Opportunities

 With the rise of remote work, portals can cater to global job seekers and
employers by offering features tailored to remote positions, such as timezone
compatibility and virtual onboarding tools.

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 CHAPTER-9
References

1. Books:

 Programming With Java 7th Edition Author Balagurusamy

 Core Java Volume1 : Fundamentals 7th Edition Author
Horstmann

2. Websites:

 Oracle Corporation. (2021). Java Documenation.Retrieve

from
https://docs.oracle.com/javase/8/docs/
 Spoken Tutorial https://spoken-tutorial.ac.in/

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