An application for transfer certificate (TC) is a formal letter written to the school principal requesting a school leaving or transfer certificate. Students or parents need a TC when the family relocates, the student changes school, or moves to a higher class in another institution.
Below are simple sample formats you can edit and use.
Sample 1: TC Due to Father’s Transfer
To,
The Principal
[School Name]
[School Address]
Date: [Write Date]
Subject: Application for transfer certificate
Respected Sir/Madam,
My father has been transferred to [City]. We are shifting there and I will not be able to continue my studies in this school. Kindly issue my transfer certificate at the earliest.
I shall be very grateful to you.
Yours obediently,
[Your Name]
Class: [Class]
Roll No: [Number]
Sample 2: TC After Completing Class
To,
The Principal
[School Name]
[City]
Date: [Write Date]
Subject: Request for school leaving certificate
Respected Sir/Madam,
I have completed Class [Class] from your school with [percentage/grade]. I need a transfer certificate for further studies. All dues and library books have been cleared. Kindly issue my TC.
Thanking you,
Yours obediently,
[Your Name]
Roll No: [Number]
Sample 3: TC Application by Parent
To,
The Principal
[School Name]
Date: [Write Date]
Subject: Application for transfer certificate of my child
Respected Sir/Madam,
I am the parent of [Student Name], studying in Class [Class]. We are relocating to [City] due to my job transfer. Kindly issue the transfer certificate so that my child can take admission in a new school.
Yours respectfully,
[Parent’s Name]
Sample 4: Simple TC Request
To,
The Principal
[School Name]
Date: [Write Date]
Subject: Application for transfer certificate
Respected Sir/Madam,
Our family is moving to another city. Kindly issue my transfer certificate as soon as possible so that I can apply for admission in a new school.
I shall remain thankful to you.
Yours obediently,
[Your Name]
Class & Roll No: [Details]
These samples for an application for transfer certificate can be customized before submitting to the school office.