Application closed but no response

This status usually means the hiring process ended for that posting without direct follow-up to every applicant.

Last updated: 2026-02-22

Also seen as: application closed no response, application closed without response

Definition

Application closed but no response usually means the requisition is no longer active and your candidacy is not moving forward in that posting.

What’s usually happening behind the scenes

Teams often close requisitions in batch workflows, and not every candidate receives an individualized message.

Why it stays in this status

Portal systems commonly keep closed applications archived after final disposition updates are applied.

How long it usually lasts

It usually remains closed for that specific requisition.

What usually doesn’t help

Submitting repeated messages on the closed posting usually does not reopen its review process.

When action might make sense

If no timeline was shared, a concise follow-up is often reasonable after about one to two weeks. If a timeline was shared, following up after that window is often reasonable while continuing other active applications.

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Disclaimer

This page provides general information and may not match each employer communication practice.