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Letter of Recommendation Date: 5/4/2026 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to recommend Aadi Sharma for admission to your esteemed program. As Professor, IIT Delhi at Professor, IIT Delhi, I have known Aadi Sharma for 2 years through Machine Learning. During this time, I have observed exceptional analytical thinking, leadership, research aptitude, teamwork. Aadi Sharma consistently ranked in the top 5% of the class. SPECIFIC EXAMPLES: Led team to 1st place at Smart India Hackathon 2024. Built innovative ML solution for crop disease detection. I strongly believe Aadi Sharma has the potential to excel in advanced studies and research. I recommend them without reservation. Sincerely, Dr. Rajesh Kumar Professor, IIT Delhi
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about LOR Template
What is LOR?▼
Letter of Recommendation - written by professor/manager endorsing your skills, character. Mandatory for masters/PhD applications.
Free LOR template?▼
Yes, 100% free. Multiple LOR templates (academic, professional, character). Customizable. Download as Word/PDF.
How many LORs needed?▼
Typical: 2-3 LORs for masters. PhD: 3-4. MBA: 2-3 (mostly professional). Specific count per university requirement.
Who should write LOR?▼
Academic: professors who taught you, project guides. Professional: direct managers, team leads. Character: ethics teachers, NGO heads.
LOR length?▼
500-800 words ideal. 1-2 pages. Specific examples, not generic praise. Quantifiable achievements where possible.
Should I write my own LOR?▼
Common practice in India - draft, send to recommender for edits/signature. They should add personal touches. Be honest about it.
Strong LOR elements?▼
Specific examples, quantifiable impact, comparison with peers, personal anecdotes, recommender's credentials, future potential.
Bad LOR signs?▼
Generic praise, no specific examples, lukewarm tone, too short, doesn't mention skills, recommender doesn't know you well.
Submit LOR online?▼
Most universities have online portal. Recommender gets email link, uploads directly. Confidential. You may not see content.
Backup recommenders?▼
Always have 1-2 backup options. If primary recommender unavailable last minute. Update them throughout your application process.