10 types of leave applications and their easy formats in English for 2026. A complete guide for students and office employees.
Introduction
Writing a leave application is a basic but very important skill. Whether you’re a student or working, you’ll likely need to take leave at some point. If your leave application is written in the correct format and with polite words, it increases your chances of approval.
In this article, we’ll discuss 10 types of leave applications in 2026 and their simple Roman Urdu formats, which can be used in schools, colleges, and offices.
1. Sick Leave Application
When does it happen:
When I’m unwell.
Format:
Subject: Sick Leave Application
Dear Sir/Madam,
I’m not feeling well, so I can’t attend office/school today. The doctor has advised rest. Kindly grant me sick leave until [date].
Thank you.
[Your Name]
2. Casual Leave Application
It is for personal work.
Subject: Casual Leave Request
Respected Sir,
I would like to take casual leave for [date] because I have personal work to attend to. Please kindly approve my request.
Thanks.
[Name]
3. Emergency Leave Application
For an unexpected situation.
Subject: Emergency Leave
Dear Sir,
Due to an emergency at home, I cannot attend today. Please grant emergency leave.
Thank you.
[Name]
4. Annual Leave Application
When is it used:
When you want to take a long vacation or a planned leave.
Format:
Subject: Annual Leave Application
Dear Sir/Madam,
I kindly request that you grant me annual leave from [start date] to [end date]. I will complete all my responsibilities before my leave.
I hope you will approve my request.
Thank you.
[Your Name]
5. Personal Leave Application
When does this happen:
When you don’t want to share your reason in detail.
Format:
Subject: Leave Application for Personal Reasons
Respected Sir/Madam,
I hereby request leave for [date] because I need leave due to personal reasons.
Kindly approve my leave.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
6. Study Leave Application
When it is needed:
For higher studies or exam preparation.
Format:
Subject: Study Leave Application
Dear Sir/Madam,
I would like to inform you that I need leave for my studies. Kindly grant me study leave from [date] to [date].
I will return and continue my work properly.
Thanks.
[Your Name]
7. Exam Leave Application
When is it used:
When exams are approaching, especially for students.
Format:
Subject: Exam Leave Application
Respected Sir/Madam,
My exams are starting, so I cannot attend school/college from [date] to [date]. Kindly grant me exam leave.
Thank you very much.
[Your Name]
8. Maternity Leave Application
When is it used:
For expecting mothers.
Format:
Subject: Maternity Leave Application
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am applying for maternity leave in accordance with company policy. My leave will begin on [date] and I will return on [expected date].
Please kindly approve my request.
Warm regards,
[Your Name]
9. Paternity Leave Application
When is it used:
For fathers during the delivery of a child.
Format:
Subject: Paternity Leave Application
Dear Sir/Madam,
My wife is expecting a baby, so I kindly request [number of days] of paternity leave, starting on [date].
Thanks.
[Your Name]
10. Short Leave Application
When it is used:
For a few hours or half a day.
Format:
Subject: Short Leave Application
Respected Sir/Madam,
I would like to take short leave today from [time] to [time] because I have important work. Please kindly allow it.
Thanks.
[Your Name]
Conclusion
These 10 leave application formats will be very useful in your daily life. Save them and use them when needed.
