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Application closed but no response usually means the requisition is no longer active and your candidacy is not moving forward in that posting.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.
Related statuses
- Application archived
- Application in progress
- Application status: inactive
- Application under consideration
Disclaimer
This page provides general information and may not match each employer communication practice.