Identify the right sequence of steps in the process of recruitment.

(A) Choosing the sources

(B) Assessment of their validity

(C) Inviting Applications from prospective Candidates

(D) Identification of different sources of Labour supply

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(D), (B), (A), (C)

The correct answer is option (2)- (D), (B), (A), (C).

Recruitment refers to the process of finding possible candidates for a job or a function. It has been defined as ‘the process of searching for prospective employees and stimulating them to apply for jobs in an organisation. The various activities involved with the process of recruitment includes:
(D) identification of the different sources of labour supply,
(B) assessment of their validity,
(A) choosing the most suitable source or sources, and
(C) inviting applications from the prospective candidates, for the vacancies.
The requisite positions may be filled up from within the organisation or from outside. Thus, there are two sources of recruitment – Internal and External.