What is the difference between a Resume, CV and Bio-Data?

RESUME
Resume is a French word meaning "summary". A resume is ideally a summary of one's education, skills and employment when applying for a new job. A resume does not list out all details of a profile, but only some specific skills customized to the target job profile. It thus, is usually 1 or at the max 2 pages long. A resume is usually written in the third person to give it an objective and formal tone.

CURRICULUM VITAE
Curriculum Vitae is a Latin word meaning "course of life". It is more detailed than a resume, generally 2 to 3 pages, or even longer as per the requirement. A C.V. lists out every skill, all the jobs and positions held, degrees, professional affiliations the applicant has acquired, and in chronological order. A C.V. is used to highlight the general talent of the candidate rather than specific skills for a specific position.

BIO-DATA
Bio Data is the short form for Biographical Data and is an archaic terminology for Resume or C.V. In a bio data, the focus is on personal particulars like date of birth, gender, religion, race, nationality, residence, marital status, and the like. A chronological listing of education and experience comes after that.

Interview Preparation Tips

Preparing for interviews could be frightening and panicky. Do these things and you have covered what you should do to prepare before an interview. 

Research About Yourself

Basing on your experience, strength and weaknesses, know your market-value to get clear about your expected salary range.

Research About the Company

Know the company to stay away from the frauds and ill-reputed companies and know that even if the company is good, you want to work in it or not.

Prepare Tailor-made Curriculum Vitae or Resume or Bio-Data 

Prepare Curriculum Vitae or Resume or Bio-Data for each company to high-light your strengths accordingly.

Prepare for questions

They could ask a ton of questions or they will only ask a single question. Know your stuff thoroughly and be prepared for everything.

Prepare According To The Type Of The Interview

Telephonic, group, one-to-one, panel. Be prepared for any type of interview

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Refine Your Online Presence

Don’t have your professional network profile outdated or filled with irrelevant information. Refine them as seriously as you work on your Curriculum Vitae or Resume or Bio-Data.

Have a Pleasant Vibe at the Company

Approach with appropriate clothes, nice speech, sit straight and have overall a pleasant feel. Don’t take your laziness with you.