[tex]\pink{\underline{{\boxed{\bf{QUESTION: }}}}}[/tex]
The applicant said, “Will you consider my application?”
[tex]\pink{\underline{{\boxed{\bf{WHAT \: TO \: DO?:}}}}}[/tex]
Into indirect Speech.
[tex]\pink{\underline{{\boxed{\bf{ ANSWER: }}}}}[/tex]
The applicant asked whether they can consider application. (indirect speech)
OR
The applicant asked if they can consider application. (indirect speech)