Starting on September 27, 2025, federal agencies will only accept résumés that are up to two pages long. USAJobs will not allow résumés longer than this limit. Applicants need to update their résumés to meet this new rule. Résumés uploaded before September 27, 2025, must be checked to ensure they are within the limit. See the attachment for OPM Applicant Guidance on the Two-Page Resume. 

Frequently Asked Questions about the Two-Page Resume Requirement:

Q: When does the 2-page limit on resume length go into effect?

A: The transition period for the two-page resume ends on September 27, 2025. After this date, applicants must adjust their resumes to the new two-page limit before applying for federal jobs through USAJOBS.

Q: Will a candidate still be considered if they submit a resume longer than two pages?

A: No. USAJOBS will prevent applicants from applying with a resume longer than two pages.

Q: Will there be updates or changes to guidance provided to applicants on how to ensure their two-page resumes meet the requirements?

A: Yes. Agencies will provide guidance and support to help applicants comply with the new two-page resume format. OPM will provide additional guidance on updates to the hiring process, including the transition to the two-page resume format and qualifying for federal positions.

Q: Are there specific limitations or requirements for resume formatting such as font type, font size, and margins for the two-page resume?

A: USAJOBS will not restrict resumes to specific font types, sizes, or margins. However, the resume must be no longer than two pages. USAJOBS will provide guidance on recommended font types, sizes, and margins. Additionally, USAJOBS will update Resume Builder functionality to comply with the 2-page limit.

Q: I am having trouble shortening my resume to two pages. What tools can I use to shorten it to meet the requirement?

A: Applicants can use tools like online résumé builders, word processing software with word counting tools, grammar or style checkers, professional résumé services, peer review, or generative AI tools to adjust their résumés and meet the two-page requirement.