Resume PDF vs portfolio links: What Indian tech recruiters prefer
Quick answer
Always attach a clean PDF resume (under 200 KB) and include 1 or 2 live clickable project links with credentials in the body of your email. Never send raw Google Drive links with restricted permissions.
Steps
- Standardize resume file naming. Format as: [FirstName]_[LastName]_Resume.pdf (e.g., Rahul_Sharma_Resume.pdf).
- Compress PDF size. Keep PDF file sizes strictly under 300 KB for instant preview on mobile email apps.
- Provide demo access. If your project requires login, include prefilled test credentials right in the email body.
The 3 Elements Every Recruiter Looks For
Recruiters scan technical portfolios for these 3 signals within 15 seconds:
- Live working link (zero 404s or slow loading spinners)
- Clean, modern UI and mobile responsiveness
- Accessible GitHub repository with a clear README
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People also ask
Should I use Word DOCX or PDF for my resume?+
Always use PDF. Word documents often render with broken fonts and layout distortions across different recruiter devices.
Where should I host my portfolio projects?+
Deploy on fast, reliable platforms like Vercel, Netlify, or GitHub Pages with clean custom domains or subdomains.