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A testimonial is one of the most important documents a student receives from school or college, yet most students learn how to ask for one only when they suddenly need it. Whether you have just passed your SSC or HSC examination and need a testimonial for college or university admission, or you are applying for a job and the employer wants a character reference from your institution, you will have to write a formal application to the Principal or Headmaster requesting a testimonial. This post explains what a testimonial is, the exact format of a testimonial application, three complete exam-ready sample applications, a bank of useful phrases, writing tips that earn full marks, and answers to the most frequently asked questions on the topic.

What Is a Testimonial?

A testimonial is an official certificate issued by the head of an educational institution — the Principal of a college or the Headmaster/Headmistress of a school — that certifies a student's character, conduct, and studentship at that institution. It is a written statement of the institution's opinion about the student, usually issued when a student passes an examination or leaves the institution permanently.

What a testimonial certifies:

• Studentship — that the person was a genuine student of the institution, with the class, roll number, section, and session recorded.

• Academic performance — the examination passed (for example, the SSC or HSC examination), the year of passing, the board, and often the GPA or division obtained.

• Character and conduct — the most important part. The testimonial states that the student's moral character was satisfactory, that their conduct was good, and that nothing was ever known against them. This is exactly why employers and admission offices ask for it: they want an authority's word that you are a person of good character.

• Behaviour and discipline — many testimonials mention that the student was obedient, punctual, and respectful towards teachers and classmates.

Testimonial vs. transfer certificate: students often confuse these two documents, and examiners love to test the difference. A transfer certificate (TC) is an administrative document that officially releases a student from the institution's roll so that they can be admitted elsewhere; it mainly records admission and withdrawal details. A testimonial, on the other hand, is a character certificate — it is the institution's personal opinion about the student's character, conduct, and performance. Colleges and universities sometimes ask for both: the TC proves you have left the previous institution legally, while the testimonial vouches for your character. In Bangladesh, the words "testimonial" and "প্রশংসাপত্র" are used for the character certificate.

Typical uses of a testimonial:

• College admission after passing the SSC examination.

• University admission after passing the HSC examination.

• Job applications — many employers in Bangladesh, from government offices to private companies, ask for a testimonial from the last educational institution.

• Scholarship applications, where the donor wants proof of good conduct.

• Visa and passport applications in some cases, as supporting character evidence.

Because the document is so widely needed, "application for testimonial" is a classic item in the BD class 6–10, SSC, and HSC English syllabus under the "applications" section — and learning it properly earns you easy full marks in the exam.

Testimonial Application Format

Every formal application for a testimonial follows the standard seven-part format used for all applications to the Principal or Headmaster. Learn these parts by heart — they apply to almost every application question in the exam:

1. The sender's address — write your address at the top-left corner (in the exam, an imaginary address is fine).

2. The date — write the date just below the address, in a clear format such as 15 March 2026.

3. The recipient — the person you are writing to: "The Principal" or "The Headmaster/Headmistress," followed by the name and address of the institution.

4. The subject — a single line beginning with "Subject:" or "Sub:" that states the purpose, e.g. "Prayer for a testimonial."

5. The salutation — a respectful opening such as "Dear Sir," or "Respected Sir,".

6. The body — two or three short paragraphs: (a) introduce yourself (name, class or exam details, roll and registration number), (b) state your request and the reason you need the testimonial, (c) express gratitude and close respectfully.

7. The closing and signature — end with "Yours obediently," write your name below it, and mention your class, roll number, and session if relevant.

Keep the language simple, polite, and formal. One page is enough — a testimonial application should be short, clear, and to the point.

Sample 1: Application to the Principal for a Testimonial After Passing HSC

*Use this variant when you have passed the HSC examination and need a testimonial for university admission. It includes roll and registration details, which make the application specific and authentic.*

House 12, Road 5, Dhanmondi

Dhaka 1205

18 March 2026

The Principal

Dhaka College

Dhaka

Subject: Prayer for a testimonial.

Dear Sir,

With due respect, I beg to state that I passed the HSC examination in 2025 from your renowned college. I secured GPA 5.00 from the Science group under the Dhaka Board. My HSC roll number was 458213 and my registration number was 2017456321. During my two years at the college, I attended classes regularly and took part in the science fair and the annual cultural programme.

Now I have been selected for admission to the Department of Computer Science at a reputed university, and the admission office has asked me to submit a testimonial from my college along with the other documents. I shall be highly grateful if you kindly issue me a testimonial at your earliest convenience so that I can complete my admission formalities in time.

I therefore pray and hope that you will be kind enough to grant my prayer and oblige me thereby.

Yours obediently,

Rahim Uddin

HSC 2025, Science Group

Roll No: 458213, Reg. No: 2017456321

Sample 2: Application to the Headmaster for a Testimonial After Passing SSC

*Use this variant when you have passed the SSC examination and need a testimonial for college admission. Address it to the Headmaster, as schools are headed by a Headmaster or Headmistress.*

Village: Purba Para, Post Office: Savar

Dhaka 1340

22 April 2026

The Headmaster

Savar Model High School

Savar, Dhaka

Subject: Prayer for a testimonial.

Dear Sir,

I beg most respectfully to state that I passed the SSC examination in 2026 from your esteemed school. I obtained GPA 4.89 from the Science group under the Dhaka Board. My SSC roll number was 312456 and my registration number was 1819327456. I was a regular student of class ten, section A, and I always tried to obey my teachers and maintain good conduct.

Sir, I have secured admission to Notre Dame College, and the college authority requires a testimonial from the head of my previous institution at the time of admission. So, I need a testimonial urgently. I would be ever grateful to you if you kindly issue me a testimonial mentioning my character, conduct, and academic record.

I, therefore, pray and hope that you would be gracious enough to consider my request favourably and issue the testimonial soon.

Yours obediently,

Arif Hossain

SSC 2026, Science Group, Section A

Roll No: 312456

Sample 3: Application for a Testimonial for Job Purposes

*Use this variant when you are a former student requesting a testimonial later — for example, for a job application. The tone is slightly different: you remind the Principal who you were and explain the new purpose.*

Block C, Road 11, Banani

Dhaka 1213

5 May 2026

The Principal

Government Laboratory College

Dhaka

Subject: Prayer for a testimonial for job purposes.

Dear Sir,

With profound respect, I like to introduce myself as one of your former students. I passed the HSC examination in 2022 from your college, securing GPA 4.75 from the Business Studies group under the Dhaka Board. My HSC roll number was 189034 and my registration number was 1710564238. During my college life, I was an active member of the debating club and maintained satisfactory conduct throughout.

Sir, I have recently applied for the post of Junior Officer at a reputed private bank, and the employer has asked for a testimonial from the head of my last educational institution as proof of character. As I need the document within a short time, I shall remain ever grateful to you if you kindly issue me a testimonial at an early date.

I, therefore, earnestly request you to grant my prayer and favour me with the testimonial.

Yours obediently,

Tanvir Ahmed

HSC 2022, Business Studies Group

Roll No: 189034

Useful Phrases and Sentence Patterns for Testimonial Applications

Memorise these phrases and mix them into your own application. Using them correctly is the fastest way to make your answer sound formal and exam-worthy:

8. "With due respect, I beg to state that..." — the standard respectful opening of the body.

9. "I beg most respectfully to state that..." — a slightly more formal version of the same opening.

10. "I passed the SSC/HSC examination in [year] from your renowned/esteemed institution."

11. "I secured/obtained GPA [X] from the [Science/Business Studies/Humanities] group under the [Dhaka] Board."

12. "My roll number was [X] and my registration number was [X]." — including these details makes the application specific and believable.

13. "During my studentship, I attended classes regularly and maintained satisfactory conduct."

14. "I always tried to obey my teachers and abide by the rules of the institution."

15. "Now I need a testimonial for [college/university admission / job purposes / scholarship application]."

16. "The admission office/employer has asked me to submit a testimonial along with the other documents."

17. "I shall be highly grateful if you kindly issue me a testimonial at your earliest convenience."

18. "I shall remain ever grateful to you if you kindly grant my prayer."

19. "I, therefore, pray and hope that you will be kind enough to consider my request favourably."

20. "I, therefore, earnestly request you to grant my prayer and oblige me thereby."

21. "Nothing was ever known against my character during my stay at the institution." — use this in the reason paragraph when the focus is character certification.

22. "I took part in [the science fair / the debating club / the annual cultural programme] and was a regular student of class [X], section [X]." — one line of personal detail lifts the application above a generic template.

Writing Tips to Score Full Marks

23. Follow the seven-part format exactly. Examiners check the address, date, recipient, subject, salutation, body, and closing — miss one part and you lose marks before they even read the content.

24. Address the right person. Schools have a Headmaster or Headmistress; colleges have a Principal. Writing "The Principal" to a school is a factual error that costs marks.

25. Include roll and registration numbers. A testimonial application with specific roll, registration number, year of passing, group, and board looks authentic; a vague one looks memorised.

26. State the reason clearly in one sentence. Whether it is university admission, college admission, or a job, name the purpose — the examiner wants to see that you understand WHY a testimonial is needed.

27. Keep the body to two or three short paragraphs. Paragraph one: who you are and your exam details. Paragraph two: your request and the reason. Paragraph three (optional): a one-line expression of gratitude.

28. Use formal, polite language throughout. Never use contractions (don't, can't), slang, or casual expressions. Words like "humbly," "respectfully," "grateful," and "oblige" belong here.

29. Write the subject line correctly. The standard subject is "Prayer for a testimonial." — short, standard, and exactly what examiners expect.

30. Do not make spelling or grammar mistakes in the fixed phrases. Openings like "With due respect, I beg to state that" and closings like "Yours obediently" are memorised chunks — write them slowly and carefully.

31. Stay within one page. A testimonial application is a short formal request, not an essay. Lengthy, rambling applications suggest you do not understand the format.

32. End with a proper signature block. Write your full name, class or exam year, group, and roll number below "Yours obediently," so the application is complete and self-contained.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is an application for testimonial for class 8?

For class 8 students, an "application for testimonial" usually appears as a junior-level version of the standard format: a short formal application to the Headmaster requesting a testimonial, often imagined after passing the JSC or a school examination. The format is the same — address, date, recipient, subject, salutation, body, closing — but the body is simpler: introduce yourself with class, roll, and section, state that you need the testimonial for admission to class 9 or for a scholarship, and close politely. Keep it to about 120–150 words.

How do I write an application to the principal for a testimonial?

Start with your address and the date at the top-left. Address it to "The Principal" with the college name and address. Write the subject line "Prayer for a testimonial." Open the body with "With due respect, I beg to state that I passed the HSC examination in [year] from your renowned college..." and give your roll number, registration number, group, and board. Then state the reason — university admission, a job, or a scholarship — and request the testimonial politely. Close with "Yours obediently," and sign with your name and details. The three samples above follow this pattern exactly and can be adapted for any exam.

What should a testimonial application for SSC include?

A testimonial application for SSC should be addressed to the Headmaster of your school and should include: your name, the year you passed the SSC examination, your group (Science, Business Studies, or Humanities), your board, your roll and registration numbers, your class and section, and the reason you need the testimonial — most commonly admission to a college. Sample 2 above is a complete SSC testimonial application you can model your answer on.

What should a testimonial application for HSC include?

A testimonial application for HSC is addressed to the Principal of your college and should include: your name, HSC passing year, group, board, GPA if you want to mention it, roll and registration numbers, and the purpose — usually university admission or a job application. Because HSC students are applying to universities or employers, the tone should be slightly more formal than an SSC application. Sample 1 (university admission) and Sample 3 (job purposes) above cover both common HSC cases.

What is the correct application for testimonial format?

The correct format has seven parts: (1) sender's address, (2) date, (3) recipient (The Principal or The Headmaster with the institution's name and address), (4) subject line — "Prayer for a testimonial.", (5) salutation — "Dear Sir,", (6) body of two to three paragraphs (introduction with exam details, request with reason, expression of gratitude), and (7) closing — "Yours obediently," followed by your name, class/exam year, group, and roll number. This format is standard for all formal applications in the BD curriculum.

What is a testimonial application, in simple words?

A testimonial application is a short formal letter written to the Principal or Headmaster of a school or college, requesting a testimonial — an official certificate of your character, conduct, and studentship. Students write it after passing an examination (SSC or HSC) when they need the testimonial for college admission, university admission, a job, or a scholarship. It follows the standard application format and is usually only one page long.

What is the difference between a testimonial and a character certificate?

In practice, they are almost the same thing. A testimonial IS a character certificate issued by an educational institution — it certifies your character, conduct, and academic record during your studentship. The word "testimonial" is the term used in Bangladeshi schools and colleges, while "character certificate" is the more general English term. When an employer asks for a character certificate from your last institution, what they want is your testimonial.

How long should a testimonial application be?

One page is the ideal length — roughly 150 to 200 words. The examiner expects a concise formal request, not an essay. A longer application with repeated ideas suggests poor planning, while a very short one may miss required format parts. Aim for two to three body paragraphs plus the standard format parts, and you will be at the perfect length.