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Exam Postponement Request

Request an alternative exam date when circumstances prevent attendance. Keep the exam identity and conflict clear so the instructor can assess options.

Revised October 11, 2026 · Fictional examples · English / Arabic

A drafting aid, not a verified record or guaranteed form. Check the facts, your authority, and the recipient’s requirements before sending.

Before you begin

  • Identify course and scheduled exam
  • Explain the reason proportionately
  • Ask about required evidence and the make-up policy before assuming a new date is approved.

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Exam Postponement Request

Date: October 11, 2026

To: Records office
Dear Sir/Madam,

I, Alex Lee — Student ID: ST-204,

hereby request to postpone the exam for: Project Planning
Scheduled on: November 4, 2026

Reason for postponement:
A previously scheduled family appointment conflicts with the examination time. Please explain the available procedure and any evidence needed.

I kindly request your approval and notification of an alternative date. I am prepared to provide any supporting documents.

Respectfully,


Signature: _______________________
Name: Alex Lee

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Check the draft against the original records and the receiving organization’s current instructions. Include only attachments you actually have, send through the appropriate channel, and keep the final copy and any response.

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