The process of selecting or screening candidates/applicants according to criteria (selection, screening).
書類選考の結果、面接に進むことになった。
As a result of the document screening, I advanced to the interview stage.
大学は成績と面接で学生を選考する。
The university selects students based on grades and interviews.
この賞の受賞者は専門家の委員会が慎重に選考する。
The winners of this award are carefully selected by a committee of experts.