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Business Letter Formats Practice Worksheet with 30 Solved PYQs | GPN

๐Ÿ“… Content updated on 25 May 2026

๐Ÿ“ฌ Business Letter Formats – Formal Written Communication
Business letters are official letters used for professional correspondence. They include enquiry letters, complaint letters, order placement letters, and replies. Every business letter follows a set format: sender’s address, date, receiver’s address, subject, salutation, body, complimentary close, and signature. Clarity, brevity, and politeness are essential. This worksheet prepares you for writing effective business letters as required in Class 9‑10 exams.

๐Ÿง‘‍๐Ÿซ Tips for parents and teachers: Encourage students to identify the purpose of the letter first – enquiry, complaint, or order. The body must be direct and include all relevant details (product name, model, quantity, price, etc.). Avoid informal language.



✅ Solved Examples (10 Questions with Answers)

Study these model business letters. Notice the precise language, proper layout, and relevant details.

Solved Q.1

You are the Manager of Bright Lights Store, Mumbai. Write a letter to an electronics supplier in Pune enquiring about the latest LED television models and bulk rates.

Show Answer
The Manager
Bright Lights Store
Andheri West, Mumbai – 400058
8 May 2026
The Sales Manager
TechVision Electronics
Pune – 411001
Subject: Enquiry for LED Television models and bulk rates

Dear Sir,

We are a leading electronics retailer in Mumbai and are interested in purchasing the latest LED TV models from your brand. We would like to know the available screen sizes (32″, 43″, 55″), technical specifications, warranty period, and the bulk purchase rates for an initial order of 50 units. Please also send details of your after‑sales service network in Mumbai.

Kindly provide the price list and catalogue at the earliest. We look forward to a long‑term business relationship.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Rajesh Mehta
Explanation: The letter clearly states the purpose – enquiry. It specifies the product, required details (size, technical specs, warranty, bulk rate), and mentions future business interest.
Solved Q.2

You recently purchased a defective microwave from a store. Write a complaint letter asking for a replacement.

Show Answer
Ananya Gupta
Flat 4B, Sunshine Apartments
Lucknow – 226001
8 May 2026
The Manager
KitchenMart Appliances
Lucknow – 226001
Subject: Complaint regarding defective microwave oven

Dear Sir,

I purchased a Whirlpool 20L Solo Microwave (Model: WMH20, Invoice No. 5543) from your store on 1 May 2026. Unfortunately, the appliance does not heat at all since day one. I contacted your customer service, but no technician has visited yet.

Kindly arrange a replacement or a full refund at the earliest. I have attached a copy of the invoice and warranty card for your reference. I hope for a prompt resolution.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Ananya Gupta
Explanation: The complaint letter states the product, model, purchase date, invoice number, the defect, and action taken. It clearly asks for replacement or refund.
Solved Q.3

As the purchase manager of a school, write a letter to a furniture company placing an order for 50 classroom desks.

Show Answer
The Purchase Manager
St. Mary’s Convent School
Jaipur – 302001
8 May 2026
The Sales Head
Classic Furniture Ltd.
Industrial Area, Jaipur – 302001
Subject: Order for 50 classroom desks

Dear Sir,

Thank you for your quotation dated 1 May 2026. We are pleased to place an order for 50 single‑seater wooden desks as per the specifications mentioned in your catalogue (Model: SD-22). The unit cost is ₹2,500, with a 10% educational discount as agreed.

Please deliver the furniture within 15 days. Payment will be made via bank transfer after satisfactory delivery and inspection. Kindly ensure the desks are sturdy and polished.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Sushma Agarwal
Explanation: The order letter references the quotation, specifies the model, quantity, price, discount, delivery timeline, and payment mode.
Solved Q.4

As the Parent‑Teacher Association President, write an enquiry letter to a transport company for hiring a school bus.

Show Answer
PTA President
Sunrise Public School
Noida – 201301
8 May 2026
The Manager
SafeRide Transport Co.
Noida – 201301
Subject: Enquiry for hiring a school bus

Dear Sir,

We need a 30‑seater bus for a daily pick‑up and drop service for students residing within a 10‑km radius. Please send details of the available buses, charges per month, driver’s credentials, and safety features (CCTV, GPS, speed governor). We prefer a well‑maintained vehicle that is less than 5 years old.

We look forward to your prompt reply and quotation.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Mohan Singh
Explanation: The enquiry letter asks for specific information: capacity, route, cost, driver details, safety features. It’s polite and professional.
Solved Q.5

Your stationery shop received damaged goods. Write a complaint letter to the supplier.

Show Answer
Ravi General Store
Bhopal – 462001
8 May 2026
M/s PaperTech Pvt Ltd
Indore – 452001
Subject: Complaint – damaged stationery consignment

Dear Sir,

Our consignment No. 3321 of notebooks and A4 sheets, received on 5 May, was found damaged. About 200 notebooks have torn covers, and 5 reams of sheets are water‑soaked. We suspect poor packaging. We demand replacement of the damaged items at your cost.

Please arrange the replacement within a week. We have been regular customers and expect a swift resolution.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Ravi Kumar
Explanation: The complaint letter mentions consignment number, date, nature of damage, quantity, and requests replacement.
Solved Q.6

As the librarian, place an order for 30 copies of a new novel for the school library.

Show Answer
The Librarian
DAV School
Chandigarh – 160001
8 May 2026
The Sales Head
Pustak Mahal Publishers
New Delhi – 110001
Subject: Order for the novel “The Blue Umbrella”

Dear Sir,

Kindly send us 30 copies of Ruskin Bond’s “The Blue Umbrella” (latest edition) at the earliest. The rate per copy as per your catalogue is ₹150, and a 15% library discount is applicable. The total amount should not exceed ₹3,825 after discount.

Please dispatch the books within 10 days and send the invoice along with the consignment. Payment will be made via cheque upon receipt.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Geeta Sharma
Explanation: The order letter specifies the title, quantity, rate, discount, total amount, delivery timeline, and payment method.
Solved Q.7

Write an enquiry letter to a coaching institute asking about their NEET foundation course.

Show Answer
Priya Sharma
22, Civil Lines
Agra – 282001
8 May 2026
The Administrative Officer
Vidya Coaching Institute
Agra – 282001
Subject: Enquiry for NEET Foundation Course

Dear Sir,

I wish to enrol in your one‑year NEET foundation programme for Class 10 students. Please provide details of the course duration, fee structure, batch timings, study material, and faculty. It would also be helpful to know about the scholarship test dates and past results.

I look forward to your response so that I can plan accordingly.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Priya Sharma
Explanation: The enquiry letter seeks specific information about a course, including duration, fee, schedule, and outcomes.
Solved Q.8

You ordered a Samsung phone but received a different model. Write a complaint letter.

Show Answer
Vivek Patel
90, S.G. Highway
Ahmedabad – 380001
8 May 2026
Customer Service
MobiWorld Online
Ahmedabad – 380001
Subject: Wrong product delivered – Order #89012

Dear Sir,

I ordered a Samsung Galaxy M14 (8GB RAM) via your website (Order #89012) on 1 May. Today I received a Galaxy M13 (4GB), which is a lower model. I request either an immediate replacement with the correct model or a full refund.

I have attached the order confirmation and an unboxing video. Please resolve this at the earliest.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Vivek Patel
Explanation: The complaint letter specifies the order number, discrepancy between ordered and received models, and demands correction.
Solved Q.9

As the Sports Secretary, place an order for cricket kits and footballs for your school.

Show Answer
Sports Secretary
Ryan International School
Gurugram – 122001
8 May 2026
The Manager
PlayPro Sports
Gurugram – 122001
Subject: Order for cricket kits and footballs

Dear Sir,

We require 5 complete cricket kits (with bat, pad, gloves, helmet) of the SG brand, and 10 size‑5 footballs (Stag or Nivia). Please confirm the availability and the best price with educational discount. Delivery must reach the school by 20 May 2026.

Payment will be made within 7 days of satisfactory delivery. Kindly send the proforma invoice.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Rahul Thakur
Explanation: The order letter lists the items with specifications, quantity, brand, delivery deadline, and payment terms.
Solved Q.10

You need to print 5000 copies of your school magazine. Write an enquiry letter to a press.

Show Answer
Editorial Board
St. Joseph's School
Kochi – 682001
8 May 2026
The Proprietor
Rainbow Printers
Kochi – 682001
Subject: Enquiry for printing school magazine

Dear Sir,

We wish to print 5000 copies of our annual magazine (A4 size, 80 pages, colour cover, B/W inside). Please send a quotation with rates for different paper qualities, binding type, and delivery time. We also need to know if design and layout assistance is provided.

We await your early response.

Thanking you.

Yours faithfully,
Editorial Board
Explanation: The enquiry letter gives specifications of the magazine – size, pages, colour requirements – and asks for a detailed quote.


✏️ Practice Questions (10 Questions with Answers)

Try drafting these business letters on your own first, then check the model answers.

Practice Q.1

Write an enquiry letter to a laptop manufacturer asking about bulk pricing for a school computer lab.

Show Answer
The Principal
Vidya Bharati School
Nagpur – 440001
8 May 2026
The Sales Manager
LaptopHub India
Nagpur – 440001
Subject: Enquiry for bulk laptop order for school lab

Dear Sir, We need 25 laptops (i3, 8GB RAM) for our new computer lab. Please send specifications, pricing, warranty details, and educational discount. Also inform about any free installation or training provided. We look forward to your response.

Yours faithfully,
Principal
Practice Q.2

You received a defective ceiling fan. Write a complaint letter to the store manager.

Show Answer
Amit Kumar
45, Pandey Nagar
Varanasi – 221001
8 May 2026
The Manager
Electric Avenue Store
Varanasi
Subject: Complaint regarding defective ceiling fan

Dear Sir, I purchased a Havells ceiling fan (Bill No. 223, 1 May). It makes a loud noise and wobbles dangerously. Kindly replace it or send a technician. I hope for a quick solution.

Yours faithfully,
Amit Kumar
Practice Q.3

Place an order for 100 school blazers with a uniform supplier.

Show Answer
School Uniform Committee
Bluebells School
Delhi – 110001
8 May 2026
M/s Uniform House
Delhi – 110001
Subject: Order for 100 school blazers

Dear Sir, Please supply 100 navy‑blue blazers (sizes 28‑38) as per the sample approved. Rate: ₹750 per piece with 10% discount. Delivery within 20 days. Payment after quality check.

Yours faithfully,
Committee Head
Practice Q.4

Write an enquiry letter to a travel agency for a family trip package to Kerala.

Show Answer
Shalini Verma
12, MG Road
Indore – 452001
8 May 2026
The Manager
HolidayMoods Travels
Indore
Subject: Enquiry for Kerala family tour package

Dear Sir, We are a family of four planning a 5‑day trip to Kerala in June. Kindly send details of your package including flights, hotel, meals, and sightseeing. Also mention the total cost and any monsoon discounts.

Yours faithfully,
Shalini Verma
Practice Q.5

Complain to your internet provider about frequent disconnections.

Show Answer
Abhishek Roy
Gokuldham Society
Mumbai – 400001
8 May 2026
The Customer Care
XYZ Broadband
Mumbai
Subject: Complaint regarding frequent internet disconnection

Dear Sir, For the past week, my broadband connection (ID: XYZ-5543) drops every 15‑20 minutes, severely affecting my office work. I request immediate technical assistance or I will be forced to change the provider.

Yours faithfully,
Abhishek Roy
Practice Q.6

Place an order for 20 scientific calculators for the school lab.

Show Answer
Head of Science Dept.
KV No.1
Bhopal
8 May 2026
The Sales Head
CalcTech India
Bhopal
Subject: Order for 20 scientific calculators

Dear Sir, Please send 20 Casio FX‑991EX calculators at the agreed price of ₹1,200 each, total ₹24,000 before tax. Delivery to the school within 5 days. Payment after verification.

Yours faithfully,
Science HOD
Practice Q.7

Enquire about catering services for your sister's wedding.

Show Answer
Rohit Jain
15, Malviya Nagar
Jaipur
8 May 2026
The Manager
Shahi Caterers
Jaipur
Subject: Enquiry for wedding catering services

Dear Sir, We need catering for a wedding reception on 20 June for 400 guests. Provide menus (veg/non‑veg), rates per plate, and service details. Please include dessert options and cutlery arrangements.

Yours faithfully,
Rohit Jain
Practice Q.8

Complain to a furniture store about a broken bookshelf delivered.

Show Answer
Sneha Pandey
Gomti Nagar
Lucknow
8 May 2026
The Manager
Modern Woodworks
Lucknow
Subject: Complaint – broken bookshelf delivered

Dear Sir, I ordered a 5‑shelf wooden bookshelf (Order #66) on 2 May. It arrived with a cracked side panel. Please replace it or refund the payment. I am attaching the photos of the damage.

Yours faithfully,
Sneha Pandey
Practice Q.9

Place an order for 200 saplings for a plantation drive event.

Show Answer
Eco Club Incharge
Bal Bharti School
Delhi
8 May 2026
The Manager
GreenEarth Nursery
Delhi
Subject: Order for 200 saplings

Dear Sir, We need 100 neem and 100 peepal saplings (2‑3 ft) for our plantation drive on 5 June. Kindly deliver to the school by 3 June. Quote your best rate, including transport.

Yours faithfully,
Eco Club Incharge
Practice Q.10

Write an enquiry letter to a publishing house regarding the availability of new curriculum textbooks.

Show Answer
The Principal
Saraswati Vidya Mandir
Patna
8 May 2026
NCERT Sales Division
New Delhi
Subject: Enquiry for new curriculum textbooks

Dear Sir, We require Class 9 and 10 textbooks (Mathematics, Science, English) as per the latest NEP 2026 syllabus. Please send the availability status, price list, and ordering procedure. We look forward to your quick reply.

Yours faithfully,
Principal


๐Ÿš€ Challenge Questions (10 Questions with Answers)

Write these letters with precision and a professional tone.

Challenge Q.1

As the purchase in‑charge of a hospital, write an enquiry letter to a surgical equipment company for quotation of medical tools.

Show Answer
Purchase In‑charge
City Care Hospital
Hyderabad
8 May 2026
M/s MediTools Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
Subject: Enquiry for surgical equipment quotation

Dear Sir, We require 5 operation theatre lights, 10 sterilisers, and 20 blood pressure monitors with stands. Please send the latest catalogue, prices, warranty, and delivery terms. We prefer long‑term supply contracts.

Yours faithfully,
Hospital Admin
Challenge Q.2

You received a consignment of expired medicines. Write a strong complaint letter to the supplier.

Show Answer
The Pharmacist
Arogya Medical Store
Pune
8 May 2026
Alpha Drug Distributors
Mumbai
Subject: Complaint – supply of expired medicines

Dear Sir, Our order #440 (dated 1 May) contained 50 strips of Zifi 200mg that expire in April 2026. This is unacceptable and violates safety norms. We demand immediate replacement or a full refund, failing which we will report the matter to the Drug Controller.

Yours faithfully,
Pharmacist
Challenge Q.3

Place an order for 500 pre‑printed certificates for your school’s annual function.

Show Answer
The Principal
DAV School
Ranchi
8 May 2026
Creative Printers
Ranchi
Subject: Order for pre‑printed certificates

Dear Sir, We need 500 A4 size glossy certificates with gold embossed school logo. The design has been emailed. Rate agreed: ₹12 per piece, plus GST. Delivery by 25 May. Payment on delivery.

Yours faithfully,
Principal
Challenge Q.4

Enquire about renting a mobile stage and sound system for a cultural event.

Show Answer
Cultural Secretary
College Union
Chennai
8 May 2026
EventRentals Chennai
Subject: Enquiry for mobile stage and sound system

Dear Sir, We need a 20x15 ft mobile stage with full sound and lighting for a college event on 5 June. Please quote the daily rental, setup charges, and availability. Also inform about any backup equipment provided.

Yours faithfully,
Cultural Secretary
Challenge Q.5

Complain to a software company about a malfunctioning accounting software subscription.

Show Answer
Rajesh Kumar, CA
Bandra, Mumbai
8 May 2026
TechSoft India
Mumbai
Subject: Complaint – software errors in accounting module

Dear Sir, I purchased a yearly subscription of TallyPrime (Login: xxx) but the GST filing module crashes repeatedly. Despite two complaints, no solution was given. I want a refund of my subscription fee or a fully functional version within 48 hours.

Yours faithfully,
Rajesh Kumar
Challenge Q.6

Place an order for 10 laptops and 5 printers for your startup office.

Show Answer
CTO, InnoTech Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
8 May 2026
Sales Head, Dell India
Bengaluru
Subject: Order for laptops and printers

Dear Sir, Please supply 10 Dell Latitude 3420 (i5, 16GB RAM) and 5 HP LaserJet M404dn printers at the corporate discounted rate quoted. Delivery to our office within 5 working days. Payment against proforma invoice.

Yours faithfully,
CTO
Challenge Q.7

Enquire about bulk order of organic food products for a retail store.

Show Answer
Store Manager, NatureFresh
Pune
8 May 2026
OrganicFarm Co.
Pune
Subject: Enquiry for bulk organic food supply

Dear Sir, We need regular supply of organic rice, pulses, and spices. Kindly share the wholesale price, minimum order quantity, and delivery options. We are looking for a long‑term partner.

Yours faithfully,
Store Manager
Challenge Q.8

Complain to a tour operator about a poorly organised package tour.

Show Answer
Vidya & Co.
Delhi
8 May 2026
GlobeTrot Holidays
Delhi
Subject: Complaint about mismanaged Shimla tour

Dear Sir, Our Shimla tour (Booking # GT-221) was poorly managed. Hotel was dirty, the bus broke down twice, and meals missed the scheduled timings. We demand a partial refund of ₹15,000 or we will leave a public review.

Yours faithfully,
Vidya Menon
Challenge Q.9

Place an order for 30 branded T‑shirts with custom logos for an event.

Show Answer
Event Head, TechFest Committee
IIT Bombay
8 May 2026
CustomWear India
Mumbai
Subject: Order for custom‑logo T‑shirts

Dear Sir, We need 30 pure cotton T‑shirts (tri‑blend) with our TechFest logo printed on the front. Colour: black. Sizes: M (10), L (15), XL (5). Quote with printing cost. Delivery by 20 May.

Yours faithfully,
Event Head
Challenge Q.10

Enquire about renting a drone camera for aerial videography of a wedding.

Show Answer
Arun Verma
Jaipur
8 May 2026
AerialShots India
Jaipur
Subject: Enquiry for drone rental for wedding

Dear Sir, I need a professional drone (4K) with operator for a wedding on 15 July. Kindly provide the rental charges, duration limit, and sample clips. Ensure all necessary permissions are handled by you.

Yours faithfully,
Arun Verma

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

FAQ 1
What are the main types of business letters?
Show Answer
Answer: Enquiry letters, complaint letters, order letters, quotation letters, and adjustment letters.
FAQ 2
What complimentary close is used in a business letter?
Show Answer
Answer: Usually "Yours faithfully" if you don't know the person’s name, or "Yours sincerely" if you use their name. "Yours obediently" is for letters to a superior in an institution.
FAQ 3
Should I use a subject line?
Show Answer
Answer: Yes, a subject line is essential. It immediately tells the reader what the letter is about.
FAQ 4
How do I start an enquiry letter?
Show Answer
Answer: Begin with a polite introduction of yourself/your organisation, state the purpose – that you are interested in their product/service – and ask for specific details.



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