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Interview Scorecard

An interview scorecard turns a structured interview into numbers. Each criterion has a weight and a description of what a 1, 3 and 5 look like, and every panelist scores independently, so the total out of 100 can be compared across candidates and interviewers.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

INTERVIEW SCORECARD

Candidate Name:: [Candidate Name]
Position:: [Designation]
Interview Date:: [Date]
Panel:: [Panelist 1], [Panelist 2], [Panelist 3]

1. Rating Anchors

Score	Meaning
1	No evidence; answer unrelated or incorrect
2	Limited evidence; needs heavy support
3	Meets requirement with relevant example
4	Strong evidence with measurable results
5	Exceptional; could coach others on this

2. Scoring Table

Criteria	Weight	Panelist 1 (1–5)	Panelist 2 (1–5)	Panelist 3 (1–5)	Average	Weighted Score
Job knowledge	25
Problem solving	20
Communication	15
Teamwork	15
Ownership / initiative	15
Culture fit	10
Total (out of 100)	100

Weighted Score = Average rating x Weight / 5. Minimum qualifying total: [Score] out of 100.

3. Panelist Comments

Panelist	Key Comments
[Panelist 1]	[Comments]
[Panelist 2]	[Comments]
[Panelist 3]	[Comments]

4. Panel Decision

Qualified – recommended for offer
Qualified – waitlist
Not qualified

[Panelist 1]
Date: [Date]

[Panelist 2]
Date: [Date]

[Panelist 3]
Date: [Date]

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What this template includes

Weighted criteria adding up to 100
Behavioural anchors explaining what each score means
Separate score columns for each panelist
Automatic weighted total for quick ranking
Minimum qualifying score
Panel consensus and final remark

When to use it

Structured interviews where all candidates get the same questions
Panel interviews that need a combined score
Government-style or PSU-like hiring that requires marks
Reducing bias and gut-feel decisions in hiring

How to customise this template

1Write anchors in your own words for each criterion
2Change weights by role, e.g. more weight on technical for engineers
3Add or remove panelist columns
4Build the same table in Excel with formulas for weighted totals

HR tips

Agree the criteria and weights before the first interview, not after
Ask panelists to score independently before discussing
Investigate large score gaps between panelists; they often reveal bias or unclear anchors
Keep scorecards on file as evidence of a fair process

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Frequently asked questions

What is an interview scorecard?+

It is a sheet listing weighted criteria with clear rating anchors, used by interviewers to score candidates consistently.

How do you calculate a weighted interview score?+

Multiply each rating (1–5) by its weight, add them up and divide by 5 to get a score out of 100.

What is a good cut-off score?+

Many companies use 60 or 70 out of 100, but set the cut-off based on the role and your past hiring data.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]
TELEPHONIC INTERVIEW FORM
Position:
[Designation]
Candidate Name:
[Candidate Name]
Phone Number:
[Mobile Number]
Interviewer:
[Interviewer Name]
1. Call Log
Attempt Date Time Outcome
1 [DD/MM/YYYY] [HH:MM] [Connected / Not reachable / Call back]
2 [DD/MM/YYYY] [HH:MM] [Outcome]
3 [DD/MM/YYYY] [HH:MM] [Outcome]
2. Opening
"Hello [Candidate Name], this is [Interviewer Name] from [Company Name]. As scheduled, this call is for the [Designation] position and will take about [Minutes] minutes. Is this still a good time to talk?"
3. Questions and Notes
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Attempt	Date	Time	Outcome
1	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[HH:MM]	[Connected / Not reachable / Call back]
2	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[HH:MM]	[Outcome]
3	[DD/MM/YYYY]	[HH:MM]	[Outcome]

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HR INTERVIEW EVALUATION FORM

Candidate Name:: [Candidate Name]
Position:: [Designation]
HR Interviewer:: [HR Name]
Date:: [Date]

1. Rating Table

Scale: 1 – Unsatisfactory, 2 – Needs improvement, 3 – Satisfactory, 4 – Good, 5 – Outstanding.

Criteria	Rating (1–5)	Comments / Evidence
Culture and values fit
Attitude and ownership
Communication and presentation
Career stability and progression
Motivation for joining
Teamwork and interpersonal skills
Integrity (consistency of information)
Average Score

2. Compensation Fit

Item	Amount (₹ per annum)
Current Fixed CTC	[Amount]
Current Variable	[Amount]
Expected CTC	[Amount]
Approved Range	[Amount] – [Amount]
HR Proposed CTC	[Amount]

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HR Interview Evaluation Form

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TECHNICAL INTERVIEW EVALUATION FORM

Candidate Name:: [Candidate Name]
Position:: [Designation]
Technical Interviewer:: [Interviewer Name]
Date / Mode:: [Date] / [In-person / Video]

1. Skill Rating Table

Scale: 1 – No knowledge, 2 – Basic, 3 – Working knowledge, 4 – Strong, 5 – Expert.

Skill Area	Weight (%)	Rating (1–5)	Comments
Core domain knowledge: [Skill]	25
Tools / software: [Tool]	20
Problem solving and analytical thinking	20
Practical application / scenario	20
Standards, compliance and quality awareness	10
Ability to explain technical concepts	5
Weighted Score	100

2. Questions Asked

Question	Answer Quality (Strong / Adequate / Weak)	Notes
[Question 1]
[Question 2]
[Question 3]
[Question 4]

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Technical Interview Evaluation Form

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MANAGER INTERVIEW EVALUATION FORM

Candidate Name:: [Candidate Name]
Position:: [Designation]
Hiring Manager:: [Reporting Manager]
Date:: [Date]

1. Role Outcomes Discussed

Year-One Outcome	Candidate's Approach / Example	Confidence (High / Medium / Low)
[Outcome 1]	[Notes]
[Outcome 2]	[Notes]
[Outcome 3]	[Notes]

2. Rating Table (1 = Poor, 5 = Excellent)

Criteria	Rating (1–5)	Comments
Ability to deliver role outcomes
Ownership and accountability
Planning and prioritisation
Team fit and collaboration
Learning agility
Stakeholder / customer handling
Leadership (for team roles)
Overall

3. Team Fit Notes

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Manager Interview Evaluation Form

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FINAL INTERVIEW EVALUATION FORM

Candidate Name:: [Candidate Name]
Position:: [Designation]
Final Interviewer / Panel:: [Name(s)]
Date:: [Date]

1. Summary of Earlier Rounds

Round	Interviewer	Score (out of 5)	Recommendation
Screening	[HR Name]	[Score]	[Proceed / Hold]
Technical	[Name]	[Score]	[Hire / No hire]
Manager	[Reporting Manager]	[Score]	[Hire / No hire]
HR	[HR Name]	[Score]	[Recommended]

2. Final Round Rating (1 = Poor, 5 = Excellent)

Criteria	Rating (1–5)	Comments
Strategic and business thinking
Leadership potential
Alignment with company values
Decision-making and judgement
Long-term growth potential
Overall impression

3. Offer Parameters

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Final Interview Evaluation Form

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INTERVIEW FEEDBACK FORM
Candidate Name:
[Candidate Name]
Position:
[Designation]
Round:
[Round Name]
Interviewer:
[Interviewer Name]
Date:
[Date]
1. Top Strengths
1. [Strength with example]
2. [Strength with example]
3. [Strength with example]
2. Top Concerns
1. [Concern with example]
2. [Concern with example]
3. Competency Ratings
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Interview Feedback Form
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INTERVIEW INVITATION EMAIL

Subject: Interview Invitation – [Designation] at [Company Name] on [Date]

Dear [Candidate Name],

Thank you for applying for the position of [Designation] with [Company Name]. We are pleased to invite you for an interview. The details are below:

Detail	Information
Date	[Date]
Time	[HH:MM] IST
Expected duration	[Duration]
Mode	[In-person / Video]
Venue	[Company Address], landmark: [Landmark], map: [Map Link]
Video link	[Meeting Link] (please join 5 minutes early and test your audio and camera)
Rounds	[Technical interview, HR discussion]
Panel	[Interviewer Name], [Designation]

Please carry the following:

A printed copy of your updated resume
One government photo ID (original)
Copies of educational and experience certificates
Latest salary slip or offer letter (for CTC discussion)

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Interview Invitation Email

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INTERVIEW RESCHEDULING EMAIL
Subject: Rescheduled – Your interview for [Designation] at [Company Name]
Dear [Candidate Name],
Version A (company-initiated): We are sorry to inform you that your interview scheduled for [Original Date] at [Original Time] needs to be rescheduled due to an unavoidable scheduling conflict on our side. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Version B (candidate-requested): Thank you for letting us know that the slot on [Original Date] does not work for you. We are happy to find a new time.
Please choose one of the following slots:
Option Date Time (IST) Mode
1 [Date] [HH:MM] [In-person / Video]
2 [Date] [HH:MM] [In-person / Video]
3 [Date] [HH:MM] [In-person / Video]
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Interview Scorecard

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1. Rating Anchors

2. Scoring Table

3. Panelist Comments

4. Panel Decision

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