Candidate pool review

This status usually means your application is still active while the team compares multiple candidates before deciding next steps.

Last updated: 2026-02-22

Also seen as: candidate pool review, pool review

Definition

Candidate pool review usually means the employer is reviewing a group of candidates together rather than evaluating one profile in isolation.

What’s usually happening behind the scenes

Recruiters and hiring managers are often balancing role fit, interview availability, and priority requisitions across a wider pipeline.

Why it stays in this status

Batch review cycles and team alignment meetings commonly keep this status unchanged.

How long it usually lasts

It often lasts one to three weeks, depending on hiring volume and scheduling constraints.

What usually doesn’t help

Sending repeated short-interval check-ins usually does not move pooled decisions faster.

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

• Assessment test pending
• Hiring manager review
• Pending senior leadership review
• Reference check in progress

Disclaimer

This page is general informational guidance and may not reflect every employer process or system behavior.