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An application for leave of absence is one of the first formal letters every student learns to write. Whenever you cannot attend school — because of illness, urgent family work, a marriage ceremony, or any emergency — you are expected to inform your teacher or principal in writing and ask for permission to stay away. A short, polite, correctly formatted leave of absence application keeps your attendance record clean and shows that you respect the rules of your school. For students of class 6, 7, 8, SSC and HSC, this topic is equally important in the examination hall: the application-writing section of English second paper almost always includes one leave of absence application question, and examiners award full marks only when the format is correct, the language is polite, and the reason is stated clearly.

What Is a Leave of Absence Application?

A leave of absence application is a formal written request in which a student asks the headmaster, principal, or class teacher for permission to be absent from school for a fixed period. Unlike a casual verbal excuse, a written application becomes part of the school record. It protects the student in three ways: the absence is treated as approved leave instead of unexplained truancy, the teacher is informed in advance and can plan lessons accordingly, and the school maintains an accurate attendance register. In Bangladeshi schools, junior students usually write the application themselves and get it countersigned by a parent, while a parent may write it on behalf of very young children.

Examiners in class 6 to 10 and at the SSC and HSC levels expect students to master this format because it tests real-life communication. The question is often phrased like this: "Write an application to the headmaster of your school for leave of absence for three days," or "Suppose you are ill and cannot attend school. Write an application to the principal praying for leave of absence." Knowing one standard format with a few adjustable sentences lets you answer any version of this question.

Leave of Absence Application Format for School Students

Every leave of absence application follows the same seven-part formal format. Memorise this order, because examiners check each part when marking:

1. Sender's address — your own address, written at the top of the application.

2. Date — the date on which the application is written, placed just below the address.

3. Recipient's designation — "To, The Headmaster," or "To, The Principal," followed by the school name.

4. Subject line — a short line beginning with "Subject:", such as "Subject: Prayer for leave of absence."

5. Salutation — "Sir," or "Respected Sir," (in schools with a female head, "Madam," or "Respected Madam,").

6. Body — two or three short paragraphs stating who you are, the reason for your absence, the exact dates, and a polite request to grant the leave.

7. Closing — "Yours obediently," or "Yours faithfully," followed by your name, class, section, and roll number.

The body itself should follow a fixed pattern: introduce yourself ("I am a student of class __, section __, roll __"), state the reason honestly, mention the duration with exact dates, request the leave kindly, and promise to catch up on missed lessons. Keep the whole application to about 120 to 160 words in an examination — long enough to look complete, short enough to avoid grammar mistakes.

Sample Application for Leave of Absence Due to Illness (3 Days)

This is the most common leave of absence application question in examinations. Study it carefully and practise rewriting it with your own details.

12, Road 4, Dhanmondi,

Dhaka-1205

20 March 2026

To,

The Headmaster,

Dhanmondi Government Boys' High School,

Dhaka.

Subject: Prayer for leave of absence for three days.

Sir,

I am a student of class 8, section B, roll no. 17 of your school. I beg to state that I have been suffering from fever since last night. The doctor has advised me to take complete rest for three days.

I, therefore, pray and hope that you would be kind enough to grant me leave of absence from 21 March to 23 March 2026. I assure you that I shall make up for the missed lessons as soon as I recover.

Yours obediently,

Tanvir Ahmed

Class: 8, Section: B, Roll: 17

Notice the details that earn marks: the address and date are complete, the subject line names the exact number of days, the body states the reason (fever), the duration (21 to 23 March), and a promise to cover missed lessons. "I beg to state" and "pray and hope that you would be kind enough" are the standard polite expressions examiners look for in BD school applications.

Sample Leave of Absence Application for Urgent Family Work (2 Days)

Students often need leave for urgent family work — a trip to the village home, a visit to a relative's house, or an emergency that requires them to accompany their parents. Here is a full model for two days of leave addressed to the class teacher.

House 25, Lane 3, Mirpur-10,

Dhaka-1216

14 April 2026

To,

The Class Teacher,

Class 7, Section A,

Monipur High School,

Dhaka.

Subject: Application for leave of absence for two days.

Respected Sir,

I am Sadia Rahman, a student of class 7, section A, roll no. 9 of your class. I respectfully inform you that an urgent family matter requires my presence at my village home, and my parents want me to accompany them.

I, therefore, request you kindly to grant me leave of absence on 15 and 16 April 2026. I shall be grateful if my leave is sanctioned, and I promise to complete all the classwork and homework assigned during my absence.

Yours obediently,

Sadia Rahman

Class: 7, Section: A, Roll: 9

This version shows an important skill: when the reason is personal rather than illness, keep it brief and dignified. "Urgent family matter" or "urgent family work" is perfectly acceptable — you are not required to explain private family details. Addressing the class teacher instead of the principal is also correct for a short absence, and many schools actually prefer it.

Sample Application for Leave to Attend a Marriage Ceremony

Marriage ceremonies of close relatives are one of the most frequent genuine reasons for leave. Examiners sometimes phrase the question as "leave of absence to attend your cousin's marriage ceremony" — here is a complete model answer.

C-7, Block D, Bashundhara R/A,

Dhaka-1229

28 November 2026

To,

The Principal,

Viqarunnisa Noon School and College,

Dhaka.

Subject: Prayer for leave of absence for two days to attend a marriage ceremony.

Respected Madam,

I am Nusrat Jahan, a student of class 9, section C, roll no. 12 of your institution. I would like to inform you that the marriage ceremony of my elder cousin will be held on 1 December 2026 at our village home in Cumilla. As a close family member, my presence at the ceremony is expected.

I, therefore, pray that you would kindly grant me leave of absence on 30 November and 1 December 2026. I assure you that I will collect the missed lessons from my classmates and complete them on time.

Yours faithfully,

Nusrat Jahan

Class: 9, Section: C, Roll: 12

Two points to copy from this sample: name the relationship ("my elder cousin") and the place ("village home in Cumilla") to make the reason concrete and believable, and always mention how you will recover the missed lessons. Also note the salutation and closing match a female principal — "Respected Madam," with "Yours faithfully," — while "Sir," pairs naturally with "Yours obediently,". Examiners notice this pairing.

Useful Phrases and Sentence Patterns for Leave of Absence Applications

A small stock of formal phrases will let you write any leave application without memorising full samples. Mix and match these in your own answers.

Stating who you are:

• "I am a student of class __, section __, roll no. __ of your school."

• "I beg most respectfully to state that..."

• "With due respect, I would like to inform you that..."

Stating the reason politely:

• "I have been suffering from fever/cold/headache since yesterday."

• "The doctor has advised me to take complete rest for __ days."

• "An urgent piece of family work requires my presence at home."

• "I have to attend the marriage ceremony of my cousin/brother/sister."

• "Due to an unavoidable family emergency, I shall not be able to attend school."

Mentioning the duration:

• "I, therefore, pray and hope that you would be kind enough to grant me leave of absence from __ to __."

• "Kindly grant me leave for three days, from __ to __."

• "I request you kindly to sanction my leave on __ and __."

Requesting kindly and closing:

• "I shall remain ever grateful to you for this act of kindness."

• "I assure you that I shall make up for the missed lessons."

• "I promise to complete all pending classwork and homework on my return."

• "I shall be highly obliged if you kindly grant my prayer."

Closing lines before the signature:

• "Yours obediently," — the standard closing for a student writing to a teacher or headmaster.

• "Yours faithfully," — also correct, slightly more formal, often used for the principal.

• "Thanking you," may be added on the line above the closing for extra politeness.

Avoid casual expressions such as "please give me leave," "I can't come," or "I hope you understand." One formal request sentence and one assurance sentence are enough — adding more only increases the chance of mistakes.

Tips to Write a Leave of Absence Application That Scores Full Marks

Examiners award marks for an application in roughly this order: correct format, polite language, clear reason, exact dates, and correct grammar and spelling. Keep these tips in mind.

Write the format exactly as taught — address, date, "To," subject, salutation, body, closing, name, class, and roll. A missing date or a missing subject line costs marks even if the body is perfect. Always give exact dates rather than "for three days" alone; write "from 21 March to 23 March 2026" so the duration is verifiable. State the reason in one clear sentence and resist the urge to add dramatic details — examiners prefer a simple, believable reason over a long story. Use formal vocabulary throughout: "grant," "sanction," "pray," "kindly," and "obediently" are the words of this genre, while "give," "want," and "can't" belong to spoken English. Keep the application between 120 and 160 words; a very short application looks incomplete, and a very long one invites errors. Finally, read your answer once before moving on — a misspelled "absence" or a wrong verb tense in the closing line is the most common reason students lose the last two marks.

Frequently Asked Questions About Leave of Absence Applications

How do I write a leave of absence application for school?

Follow the seven-part format: your address, the date, "To, The Headmaster/Principal," a subject line, "Sir," or "Respected Sir," a short body stating your name, class, roll, reason, and exact dates, and close with "Yours obediently," plus your details. Keep the language formal and the reason honest.

How do I write an application for leave of absence for 3 days?

State the exact three dates in the subject line and the body, for example: "Subject: Prayer for leave of absence for three days" and "grant me leave of absence from 21 March to 23 March 2026." A three-day leave for illness usually mentions the doctor's advice; a three-day leave for family reasons mentions the occasion briefly.

To whom should I address a leave of absence application — the principal or the class teacher?

Address it to the principal or headmaster for longer absences and for examination answers unless the question says otherwise. For one or two days, the class teacher is also acceptable, and many schools prefer short leave requests to go to the class teacher first.

What is the difference between "leave of absence" and "sick leave" in a school application?

"Sick leave" is used only when the reason is illness. "Leave of absence" is the general term that covers every reason — illness, family work, marriage ceremonies, travel, and emergencies. If the examination question says "leave of absence," use that exact phrase in your subject line.

Should a parent sign a leave of absence application?

In most Bangladeshi schools, students of class 6 and above write and sign the application themselves. For younger children, a parent writes it on the child's behalf and signs it. When in doubt, ask your class teacher — some schools require a parent's countersignature for leave longer than three days.

Can I write the reason as "personal reasons" without explaining?

Yes, for short absences "urgent family work" or "an unavoidable personal matter" is acceptable and dignified. For examinations, however, a concrete reason like illness or a marriage ceremony is easier to write about and earns better marks because it lets you show more vocabulary.

How long should a leave of absence application be in an exam?

About 120 to 160 words — roughly three short paragraphs plus the address, date, subject, and closing. This length demonstrates the full format without leaving room for grammar mistakes.

Is "Yours obediently" or "Yours faithfully" correct for a student?

Both are correct. "Yours obediently" is the traditional closing for a student writing to a teacher, headmaster, or principal. "Yours faithfully" is equally acceptable and slightly more formal. Pick one and use it consistently — do not write both.

See Also

Early Leave Application

Half Holiday Application

Delay Fine Application