Leave Letter for Fever — Free Templates for School & Office
Published: 13 Aug 2026 · 6 min read · Reviewed by Dr. Kavitha Nair, MBBS MD
Fever is the most common reason students and employees write a leave letter. Below are ready-to-use templates for school, college, and office — copy, fill in your details, and send. If your school or employer needs proof, you can attach a doctor-verified fever certificate issued online in 30 minutes.
Leave Letter for Fever — School Format
The Principal,
[School Name]
[City]
Subject: Leave application for fever
Respected Sir/Madam,
I, [Student Name], studying in Class [X], Section [Y], Roll No. [Z], am suffering from fever since [date]. I request you to kindly grant me leave for [number] day(s), from [start date] to [end date]. I will complete any missed coursework upon my return.
Thanking you,
[Student Name / Parent Name]
[Date]
Leave Application for Fever — Office Format
To,
[Manager Name / HR]
[Company Name]
Subject: Sick leave application — fever
Dear [Manager Name],
I am writing to inform you that I am down with fever and unable to come to work. I request sick leave from [start date] to [end date]. I have attached a medical certificate for your reference. I will be reachable over email for any urgent matters.
Regards,
[Your Name]
[Employee ID]
One-Day Leave Letter for Fever (Short Format)
Subject: Leave for one day due to fever
Respected [Sir/Madam/Manager],
I am suffering from fever and unable to attend [school/office] today, [date]. Kindly grant me leave for the day. I will resume from [next working day].
Thank you,
[Name]
When You Need a Doctor's Certificate, Not Just a Letter
A leave letter works for a single day of absence in most schools and workplaces. But if you're taking 2 or more days off, or your employer's HR policy requires documented proof, a self-written letter isn't enough — you'll need a medical certificate from a registered doctor.
- NMC-registered MBBS/MD doctor consultation online
- Certificate includes diagnosis, recommended rest period, and doctor's registration number
- Delivered to WhatsApp and email in 30 minutes
- Accepted by schools, colleges, and employers across India
FAQs
Do I need a doctor's certificate along with a leave letter for fever?
A leave letter alone is usually enough for 1 day of school or office absence. For 2+ days, or if your employer/school policy requires proof, you'll need a doctor's medical certificate attached to the letter. You can get an NMC-registered doctor's certificate online in 30 minutes.
What should a leave letter for fever include?
Date, recipient's name/designation, your name and roll number or employee ID, reason (fever), number of days of leave requested, and a polite closing. If a doctor's certificate is attached, mention that in the letter.
Can I write a leave letter for fever in Hindi or a regional language?
Yes, most schools and offices in India accept leave letters in Hindi or the regional language if that's the institution's working language. The structure stays the same — date, recipient, reason, duration, and signature.