INDIAN SCHOOL AL WADI AL KABIR

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH (2023-24)

CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENT
Class: XI Sub:
ENGLISH

What is an advertisement?

Advertisement is a publicly announced message which is targeted for soliciting or

offering various services or to impart information to the common masses.
Advertisements are a sort of public notices asking for or offering services or buying and
selling property, goods, etc. or providing information about missing persons/objects.

Types of advertisements:
 Classified Advertisement
 Display advertisement.

ADVERTISEMENT- POINTS TO REMEMBER

• Write the heading in capital letters. Also, you can start with the first one or
two words in capital letters to attract the readers.
• In classified advertisements blocks, images and other designs are not allowed.
• Make sure your advertisement provides complete information.
• Provide proper ‘contact’ information or else your advertisement may turn to be a futile
one.
• Do not exceed 50 words.
• In comparison to display advertisement classified advertisement is less
attractive and gets less space. So, use catchy words to attract the readers.
• It should always be brief and to the point.
• It should always have simple and effective language.
• Clearly state the category at the top e.g. FOR SALE, TO LET, etc.
• Give all necessary details in points using commas.
• Be brief and give only significant information
• Should be worded beautifully and tastefully
• Language simple & concise
• Put the matter in a BOX
• Must have contact address, name and telephone number
• NEVER be too lengthy
• Need not be in complete sentences
• Avoid using conjunctions
• Can add email address also
• Box is made with pencil only

Types of Classified Ads

 Situation Vacant / wanted

 Lost and Found
  Sale and Purchase
 Accommodation
 Educational
 Placement services
 Matrimonial
 To Let
 Tuitions
 Packers and movers
 Kennel
 Tours and Travels

• Situation Vacant - POINTS

• Always start with Situation Vacant, Wanted or Required. (as appropriate)
• Do not forget to mention the name of the organisation/company
• Clearly state the number of vacancies and post for which the advertisement is about.
• If stated, mention the age and gender of the candidate.
• Qualification and experience required for the post.
• Mention the pay scale, perks and also the mode of applying.
• Address and contact number for correspondence.

SAMPLE: SITUATION VACANT

You are Krishna/Tisha, Secretary, Greenland Enterprises Ltd, Delhi-

110006. Your Chairman has asked you to draft an advertisement for
a local daily under the classified columns for the vacant posts of one
accountant and two office assistants. Draft an advertisement.

SITUATION VACANT

Required, one accountant and two office assistants for a renowned firm, minimum qualification:
Bachelor's degree in commerce with work experience of at least one year, pleasing personality,
punctual, remuneration - best in the industry. Interested candidates can send their CV by
courier/speed post to Greenland Enterprises Ltd, 4436/16, Daryaganj, Delhi-110006 or contact
Krishna, secretary, Mobile no 98111xxxxx

Vasant International School needs young and smart lady receptionists. Draft
an advertisement to be published in the ‘Situation Vacant’ column of a local
newspaper.

SITUATION VACANT

Vasant International School requires a smart young female receptionist, graduate, possessing
excellent spoken English, a pleasing personality, working knowledge of computers essential,
excellent salary, good prospects for the deserving candidates. If eligible, come for a walk-in
interview along with testimonials at 10:00 am on 18th August 20XX to Vasant International
School, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi.
 Questions for Practice:

1. Hotel Taj Residency l, Agra requires a manager for the hotel. Draft a suitable
advertisement in about 50 words to be published in the classified columns of a
national newspaper giving all the necessary details of qualifications and
experience required.
2. You are General Manager of Ivry Software Solutions, Agra Cantt, Agra. You
need a software engineer for your organization. Draft an advertisement in not
more than 50 words to be published in 'The Times of India' under the classified
columns.

SITUATION WANTED – POINTS

In this part you are an advertiser who is offering service to the people or
organizations those who need your service.

• Mention the candidate’s educational qualifications, other

qualifications and experience in the service offered by you.
• Mention the age and gender of the candidate such as only male or
female, married or unmarried etc.
• Clearly mention the pay desired by you
• Give your contact address, email or any other way of communication.
• State the kind of job, area, timing and the locality you offer your service.
• ALL ARE TO BE WRITTEN IN THE THIRD PERSON
Put your advertisement in a

box SAMPLE 1: SITUATION WANTED

A full-time computer engineer seeks a job. Write out a suitable advertisement for entry
in the situation wanted column of a local newspaper. Your answer should be within 50
words. Invent detail yourself.

SITUATION WANTED

A well –qualified, experienced, expert postgraduate computer engineer, having taught in

Nigeria, seeks full-time/part-time job in India, well-versed in software-hardware & data-based
programme, running own center at 10, Maurice Nagar, University Campus, Delhi.
Interested persons may seek guidance and services in all computing work. Payments and other
benefits are negotiable. Please contact Piyush Gupta of 30, Hakikat Rai Road. Adarsh Nagar,
Delhi or call: 011- 43921676.

SAMPLE 2: SITUATION WANTED

Arun Gupta of M-3, Neel Kamal Apartment, Shimla, had a very sound knowledge of tourist palaces in
Shimla. He wants to work as a Tourist Guide during the winter break Write out a suitable advertisement
for publication in the Tours and Travel Section of a local newspaper in about 50 words.
SITUATION WANTED

A widely travelled, well-acquainted tourist guide, expert in hilly and historical

places round about Shimla, seeks a part-time job during the winter break. He is a
stout, experienced person, well versed in English, Hindi, Punjabi, hilly language,
perfect in mountain climbing problems. Desirous travelers may contact Arun Gupta
M-3, Neel Kanal Apartment, Shimla or call 011-22241880. Payment after
sightseeing and full satisfaction.

Questions for practice

1. Shubham/Shubha Marwaha of M – 3, Neel Kamal Apartment, Shimla, has a very

sound knowledge of tourist places in the city. She wants to work as a tourist guide
during the winter break. Draft a suitable advertisement for this account in about 50
words by giving the necessary details.

2. You are a Sales and Marketing Executive in need of a job in your hometown. Draft
an advertisement for The National Times classified columns giving your qualification
and experience.

3. You are Vikram/Sonia, a graduate in history with specialization in Medieval India.

You are well acquainted with places of historical interest in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
You are looking for the job of tourist guide. Write an advertisement in about 50 words
for the situations wanted column of a local newspaper. Your contact no. 999751234.

FOR SALE / PURCHASE OF PROPERTY / ASSETS

• These types of ads start with SALE / PURCHASE / WANTED.

• Give a brief description of the property / vehicle / goods.
• In case of property, mention the number of floors, size, number of rooms,
location and surroundings.
• In case of a vehicle, mention the colour, model, accessories, year, modifications
(if any), price, mileage and condition.
• For household goods, mention the condition, the price offered or expected.
• facilities – power connection, telephone connection, parking,
washrooms/toilets/proximity to business/ shopping area
 SAMPLE 1-

you are k. issac,7, Mohammedi lines, Hyderabad. You want to sell your newly
constructed villa. Draft an advertisement in not more than 50 words for publication
in the Indian express under the classified column, marked, property’. Include
relevant details like location, type of accommodation and contact address including
telephone number.
PROPERTY FOR SALE

Available, a beautiful villa, newly constructed, three bedrooms with attached bathrooms, a
drawing cum dining hall, spacious kitchen, is centrally located, close to the main market,
airport. Expected cost Rs 70 Lakhs (negotiable). If interested please contact K. Isaac, 7,
Mohammedi Lines, Hyderabad or dial 7747432.

SAMPLE 2

You are Gaurav Singh of 4 A.F.N.O. Enclave, Dwarka, New Delhi. You want to
sell your car. Draft an advertisement in not more than 50 words for publication in
the times of India giving details of make, model, condition and giving your contact
address.

CAR FOR SALE

A 2016 model, light blue Santro, only 11,000 km driven, in good condition is available for
sale, single hand driven, Pioneer Music System, excellent mileage, new tyres, seat covers,
fully insured, can test drive on any weekend, expected price Rs 2.85 lakhs. Only genuine
buyers may contact Gaurav Singh, 4 A.F.N.O. Enclave, Dwarka, New Delhi or dial 28790900

Questions for Practice.

1. You are Ashok/Ashima of Lucknow. You have got a foreign assignment and will
be going abroad soon for at least 10 years. You propose to sell your flat before
going. Draft an advertisement for it to be published in the classified columns of The
New Times, New Delhi.

2. You are Dr Madhu, M.D. You are looking for an independent house in
Ghaziabad on a reasonable rent for your residence – cum – clinic. Draft a suitable
advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in The Daily Times, New
Delhi. Your telephone no is 12341234.

TO – LET
Essential Details
• These types of ads start with TO LET
 • Giving heading ‘TO LET’ or Available’ or other suitable phrase
• Details of accommodation- number of bedrooms, size of rooms, bathrooms etc.
• Brief description of the accommodation, location and surroundings.
• Facilities- water, electricity supply, park facing, proximity to market, school etc.
• Type of construction
• Preference of tenants- small family, company lease.
• Rent expected, agreement required, other terms
 brief description – floor, porch, garage, store, lawn, garden
 direction/location: sun/park facing, well–lit, corner, proximity to market, school, etc.
 Contact address/email/phone number
SAMPLE 1

You are Shalini, Vijay vihar, Haryana. You want to let out a house. Draft an
advertisement in about 50 words to be published in the classified columns of a
newspaper.

TO LET

Available on rent-basis, a newly built house in Vijay Vihar, four bedrooms with attached
baths, a drawing-cum-dining room, a large kitchen, a balcony, garage with car parking
facility also provided, rent negotiable, family preferred. Contact mobile number –
7503391356 or Shalini, 98, Vijay Vihar, Gurgaon, Haryana.

SAMPLE 2

You are the manager of a reputed bank. You are looking for a house in a calm area. Draft a
suitable advertisement for a house suiting your requirements.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED

Wanted a house on rent for a bank manager, should be located in a friendly area with less traffic.
Location near the railway station preferred. Fully Furnished or semi furnished preferred. Should
have uninterrupted power and water supply, parking space a must, willing to pay up to Rs
10,000/pm based on facilities. Please contact mobile number – Arun Arora, 7503391356.

Questions for Practice

1. You want to let out a house. Prepare an advertisement to this effect, for publication
in a newspaper giving the location of the building, nature of accommodation, rent
expected, etc.
2. A reputed multinational company requires on lease for two years a three-bedroom
 independent flat/house in a posh locality, preferably around Defence Colony. Write out
an advertisement in about 50 words suitable for publication in the classified columns
of a local daily. Invent suitable details.
3. You want to set up a new furniture outlet in Ghaziabad. Draft an advertisement,
seeking a suitable building on rent. Your advertisement is to be published in the
‘Wanted’ column of the Hindu.
4. You are looking for a house on rent in North Delhi where you have been transferred.
Write out an advertisement for publication in a newspaper giving your requirements.
You are S Mohan, 65, Urban Estate, Karnal.

TOURS & TRAVELS

 Heading Tours & Travels
 Begin with ‘Package available’
 Name of the travel agency
 Destination and duration
 Details of food/ boarding/lodging/sight-seeing etc
 Cost & discount if any
 Contact address and phone number

TRAVELS & TOURS

Attractive package available for Singapore, 3 nights/4 days, breakfast & dinner, stay at a 4 - star hotel,
inclusive of sight-seeing, transfers, 49,999 per person, special Diwali discount for bookings before 25 th
October, contact Shatabdi Travels, N-24, Outer Circle, Connaught Place, New Delhi. Phone:
9825xxxxxx.

MATRIMONIAL

 Heading [BRIDE/BRIDEGROOM WANTED]

 Begin with Wanted/Alliance/Suitable Match/ Proposal invited
 State Boy/Girl
 Educational/Professional Qualification
 Service/Profession
 Age, Height, Complexion, Built
 Caste/ sub-caste, built
 Qualities sought in partner
 End with Box number …..c/o the newspaper
BRIDE WANTED

Suitable match for a 31/170, Iyer boy, wheatish complexion, lean, modest, M Tech, IT literate, well
settled, only child of a well-to-do harmonious family. Requires a smart, educated girl from a good family,
caste no bar. Contact Box no. 8484, The Indian Express, New Delhi.