Interview-to-Offer Rate

A recruiting funnel yield KPI. Clarify whether “interview” means first screen or onsite loop.

Interview-to-offer % = offers ÷ interviews × 100.

Tip: Keep “Offers Extended” and “Interviews” on the same basis (period, units, and population) before calculating Interview-to-Offer Rate.

Cluster: HR hub · Engagement score · Percentage guide

Interview-to-offer rate shows what share of interviewed candidates received offers.

Enter offers extended and interviews completed for the same funnel window.

Offers made
Interviews completed

Interview-to-Offer Rate

Understanding Interview-to-Offer Rate

How we calculate. Interview-to-offer % = offers ÷ interviews × 100. The form uses the same arithmetic as the worked examples on this page. See our methodology and accuracy policy.

Real-world scenario: A typical Interview-to-Offer Rate case uses offers extended 40 and interviews 200. Enter the same figures below to reproduce the worked path.

What is Interview-to-Offer Rate?

A recruiting funnel yield KPI. Clarify whether “interview” means first screen or onsite loop.

  • Same stage definitions
  • Offers ≤ interviews typically
  • One funnel window

The Formula

Interview-to-Offer Yield
Rate % = (Offers ÷ Interviews) × 100

Worked Example

Scenario: 40 offers from 200 interviews.
Step 1: 40 ÷ 200 = 0.20
Step 2: × 100 = 20%
Answer: Interview-to-offer rate is 20%.

Common Use Cases

  • Funnel health: selectivity
  • Sourcing quality: interview conversion
  • Capacity planning: interview load

Pro Tips

  • Define interview stage clearly
  • Track by role family
  • Pair with offer-accept rate

Limitations: Interview-to-Offer Rate results are Educational HR planning aids only—not employment, payroll, or legal advice. Confirm definitions with your HRIS and policies.

FAQ

Is this a yield ratio?

Yes—interview-to-offer is a common recruiting yield ratio expressed as a percent.

What if interviews is 0?

The rate is undefined—enter positive interviews.

Authoritative References

For people analytics and workforce concepts, consult:

  • SHRM — HR practice resources
  • U.S. BLS — labor statistics context
  • ISO 30414 — human capital reporting