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Gap year affidavit format

A sworn statement that explains a break in studies or work, used for admission to a college, a course or a job.

This is a sample, not an official form. Offices differ. Check this text with the issuing office before you sign, and use the office's own form if it gives you one. Govt License does not give legal advice.

What it is for

Use it when a college, university or employer asks you to explain a gap between two courses or jobs and wants it as an affidavit.

Who signs

You sign in front of a notary public or oath commissioner, who attests it.

Licences that need this format

Attach these

  • Your ID and address proof
  • Marksheets or certificates before and after the gap
  • Admission or job application

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Where will you sign this?
The state and city change the laws and offices named in your document and in How to execute.
Deponent (student or applicant)
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Ready-to-use template based on current law. For property sale, partnership or high-value agreements, get it checked by an advocate before signing.

Last reviewed: 30 Oct 2026

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AFFIDAVIT FOR GAP YEAR

I, ________________________, resident of ________, do hereby solemnly affirm and state on oath as follows:

1. That I completed ________ in the year ________.

2. That there was a gap in my studies or work from ________ to ________.

3. That the reason for the gap was: ________. During this period, ________.

4. That I am now applying for ________, and I am giving this affidavit to explain the gap.

5. That the contents of this affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that ________ ________ not concealed anything.

DEPONENT
Signature: ______________________
Name: ________

VERIFICATION
Verified at ________ on this ________ that the contents of the above affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and that nothing material has been concealed.

DEPONENT
Signature: ______________________

(To be signed in front of the notary public or oath commissioner)

How to execute this document

  • Stamp paper: Offices usually ask for non-judicial stamp paper of a small value that your state sets. Check with the office you will submit to.
  • Notarisation: Sign in front of a Notary Public, who attests the affidavit (Notaries Act, 1952).
  • Registration: Not needed.
  • Who signs: You sign in front of a notary public or oath commissioner, who attests it.
  • Witnesses: none needed unless the office asks.
  • ID and photos: Carry an original ID of the person who signs. Never write an Aadhaar number on the document.
  • Where to submit: The office or portal that asked for it, together with the other documents in the checklist.

Common mistakes

  • Signing before you reach the notary.
  • Going without original ID.
  • Using stamp paper of a value the office does not accept.
  • Leaving a page unsigned.

Common questions

Who asks for a gap year affidavit?
Some colleges, universities and employers ask for it when there is a break between two courses or jobs. Many accept a self-declaration or a letter. Ask the institution what it needs.
What reasons are acceptable for a gap year?
Common reasons are preparing for exams, illness, family reasons or a job. State the real reason. The affidavit is a sworn statement, so it must be true.
Does it need stamp paper?
Usually yes, if the institution asks for a notarised affidavit. The value differs by state and institution.

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Yahi jaankari, Hinglish mein.

Gap year affidavit kab chahiye?
Jab college, university ya naukri mein do course ya job ke beech ka gap samjhane ke liye affidavit maanga jaye. Isme gap ki date, kaaran aur us dauran kya kiya ye likhein.
Kya gap year affidavit stamp paper par banta hai?
Aam taur par haan, agar institution notary wala affidavit maange. Stamp paper ki value state aur institution ke hisaab se alag hoti hai.