1. Notice Writing

2. What is a Notice A notice is a formal means of communication.
The purpose of a notice is to announce or display information to a specific group of people.
Notices are generally meant to be pinned up on specific display boards either in schools/ educational institutions or in public places.
Notices issued by the government appear in newspapers.

3. Format A notice should be written in the following format:
The title ‘NOTICE’.
The name of the organisation issuing the notice.
A heading to introduce the subject of the notice.
The date.
The body of the notice.
The writer’s signature, name (in block letters) and designation.

4. NAME OF ORGANISATION/OFFICE ISSUING THE NOTICE
Format
NOTICE
NAME OF ORGANISATION/OFFICE ISSUING THE NOTICE
HEADING
Date: MM/DD/YY
Body of Notice
Signature
NAME
DESIGNATION

5. Points to remember:
A well-written notice must inform the readers about the 5 Ws: — What is going to happen, (that is, the event) — Where it will take place (venue) — When it will take place (that is, the date and time) — Whom does it apply to (eligibility) — Whom to contact or apply to (contact person)

6. Points to remember Only the most important points should be written.
A.O.D. – that is, any other detail given in the question must be included.
One is free to add any relevant information not included in the question.
The sentences should be short and grammatically accurate.

7. Points to remember Should be in the passive voice as far as possible.
Is always presented within a box.
The word limit for a notice is 40–50 words (only the words in the body of the notice are counted).
Information given in a notice must be clear and should not cause any misunderstanding or confusion.

8. Points to remember
A notice must be catchy and appealing – it should attract the reader’s attention at once.
Increase the visual appeal of your notice by using bold letters, catchy slogans, striking words and phrases, etc.
Standard abbreviations are allowed.

9. Value points – Meeting Notice
Date:
Time:
Venue:
Agenda:
Purpose:
Who to attend:
Contact Address:
Specific Instructions:

10. MEETING OF SCIENCE SOCIETY
Sample
NOTICE
A.B.C. SCHOOL, CHANDIGARH
MEETING OF SCIENCE SOCIETY
JULY 1, 2016
The office bearers of the Science Society are requested to attend a meeting with the Principal as per the details given below:
Date : 3rd July,2016
Time : 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Venue: Conference Hall
The agenda will include chalking out the details of the Science Fair to be organised on the occasion of National Science & Technology Day that is to be celebrated on 15th July.
For further clarification please contact the undersigned.
Vikram (Sign)
VIKRAM SHARMA
(SECRETARY – SCIENCE SOCIETY)

11. Value Points - Lost and Found
Article lost/found:
Date:
Time:
Place:
Identification marks:
Contents:
Whom to contact:
When and where:

12. ST JOHN’S HIGH SCHOOL, DALHOUSIE
Sample
NOTICE
ST JOHN’S HIGH SCHOOL, DALHOUSIE
FOUND – SPORTS KIT BAG
10 April, 2016
A green sports kit bag was found on the playground on 9 April, 2016 during the recess. Anyone who has misplaced a green sports bag with large
pockets can collect it from the undersigned within two days, that is, by 12
April, 2016.
Parth (sign)
PARTHASARTHY MISHRA
(HEAD BOY)

13. Value Points - Events Name: Date: Occasion: Time: Venue: Eligibility:
Contact address:
Specific information:

14. ST. ANDREWS SCHOOL, KASHIPUR
Sample
NOTICE
ST. ANDREWS SCHOOL, KASHIPUR
CHARITY FAIR
April 20, 2016 
This is to inform all the students of the school that a Charity Fair is being organised by the NSS Club of the school to collect donations for the flood affected people of Uttaranchal. Students are also invited to put up various stalls for the fair with innovative games & activities or those serving healthy food. Any kind of contribution in cash or kind would be welcomed during the fair.
The details of the fair are given below:
Date: 26th April, 2016
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Venue: School Playground
All are requested to participate wholeheartedly and contribute generously for this noble cause.
For further details, please contact the undersigned.
Astha (sign)
Astha Sharma
(NSS Club In-Charge)

15. Value Points - Tours / Camps / Exhibitions
Name and nature:
Occasion:
Venue:
Date:
Objective-information, invitation, appeal
Entry fee:
Time duration:
Contact address:
Specific instructions – dos and don’ts:

16. AIR FORCE PUBLIC SCHOOL, JAMMU
Sample
NOTICE
AIR FORCE PUBLIC SCHOOL, JAMMU
 EXCURSION TOUR TO GOA
20th October, 2016
The Students Council of our school has organized a week long educational tour to Goa during the autumn break for senior students. The touring party will leave the campus on 30th October at 7.00 a.m. and will return on 06th November in the evening by 4.00 p.m. Interested students may deposit Rs. 500 as tour expenses with a consent letter from their parents within five days, ie by 25th October to Mr. Ramesh Bhaduri, in the school office. For further queries please contact the undersigned.
Sumit
Secretary

17. Other Categories
Public Notice
Tender