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When it comes to landing a job, timing isn’t everything—but it’s definitely something. In 2025’s competitive job market, knowing when to apply can give your application the edge it needs to rise to the top of the pile. Recruiters often receive hundreds of applications per role, and many use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to filter candidates quickly. Applying at the right time can help you beat the rush and increase your chances of getting seen—and hired.
Best Day to Apply: Monday & Tuesday Win, Weekends Flop
Studies consistently show that the beginning of the week is your best window of opportunity.
- According to Multapply Jobs (May 2025), Monday is the best day to apply. It starts the hiring team’s week, and recruiters are typically reviewing new openings, checking job boards, and clearing out backlog. Applications submitted on Monday often get more attention [1].
- Indeed’s FAQ guide (August 2024) agrees that many applicants find Monday gives them an edge—recruiters are more engaged, and the review process is just restarting after the weekend [2].
- Tuesday performs nearly as well and may actually allow you to avoid the Monday email flood.
Avoid Fridays and weekends—by then, recruiters are wrapping up their weeks or out of office. Your resume could end up buried under a wave of applications come Monday.
Best Time to Apply: Early Morning (6 AM – 10 AM)
Timing during the day matters too. According to data from Multapply Jobs and Ability Careers:
- Applications submitted between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM are most likely to be reviewed earlier in the day. These early-morning submissions tend to avoid the late‑day email rush [1].
- Ability Careers, referring to Indeed’s timing data, echoes that early morning window as one of the most effective [3].
Submitting early also ensures your resume is at the top of the recruiter’s inbox—before they’re overwhelmed with meetings, calls, or late-day fatigue.
What About Auto-Screening? Beat the Bots
In 2025, over 98% of Fortune 500 companies use ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) to filter resumes before a human ever sees them [4]. Applying during high-volume windows—like weekends or holidays—means your application may be automatically filed and missed.
By applying early in the week and early in the day, you’re more likely to:
- Get a faster review.
- Appear higher in the ATS queue.
- Be part of the first impression for hiring teams.
Maximize Your Chances: Apply Smart
While qualifications, experience, and resume quality are essential, timing is a powerful differentiator in 2025’s job hunt. Applying:
- Monday or Tuesday
- Between 6 AM and 10 AM
…can meaningfully increase your odds of getting an interview.
Pro Tip from DAVRON
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Sources
[1] The Best Time to Apply for a Job: Day, Time, Week & Month Insights, Multapply Jobs (May 2025): https://multapplyjobs.com/blog/the-best-time-to-apply-for-a-job-day-time-week-month-insights
[2] FAQ: What Is the Best Day To Apply for a Job? (Plus Tips), Indeed — August 15, 2024: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/what-is-best-day-to-apply-for-job
[3] The Best Times to Apply for Jobs: Timing Your Applications Right, Ability Careers: https://www.abilitycareers.com/resources/the-best-times-to-apply-for-jobs
[4] 2025 ATS Trends, JobScan: https://www.jobscan.co/blog/fortune-500-use-applicant-tracking-systems/