Layout control
Option A
PDF is stronger
Option B
Word can shift
FAQ Guide
Resume PDF or Word in 2026?
Use PDF when the portal accepts it and layout matters; keep a Word version ready when recruiters request editable files.
Quick comparison
Editing
Option A
Harder
Option B
Easier
Best for
Option A
Final submission
Option B
Recruiter edits
Questions and answers
Should I always send PDF?
Usually, but follow the job portal instructions first.
Why keep Word?
Recruiters may ask for edits or systems may prefer document formats.
What file name is best?
Use your name, target role, and resume year or month.