Christmas School Holidays 2025: Schools Closed in THESE States from Christmas to New Year 2026

Christmas 2025 Holidays: With Christmas 2025 approaching, students and parents across India are eagerly looking for updates on Christmas school holidays and winter vacation schedules. As per the latest information, schools in many states will observe a Christmas–New Year break from late December 2025 to early January 2026, though the exact dates vary depending on state government orders and school management decisions.

Important: Christmas Day (December 25, 2025) remains a key holiday across most states, but some regions have issued special instructions regarding school operations.
👉 Check this article for the latest state-wise Christmas school holiday updates for 2025-26.

Christmas School Holidays 2025: All-India Overview

For Christmas 2025, schools in India are generally expected to close for a winter or Christmas vacation starting from 24th December in most states, with reopening scheduled in early January 2026.

However:

• Government schools may follow restricted or single-day holidays

• Minority and missionary schools often get extended Christmas vacations

• Private schools may decide holidays independently

Also Check Winter Vacation 2025-2026 Dates: State-Wise Holidays Schedule

Uttar Pradesh Schools: Christmas Holiday CANCELLED on December 25

Putting an end to ongoing speculation regarding Christmas holidays, the Uttar Pradesh government has issued a clear directive stating that schools will remain open on December 25, 2025. The decision has been taken to mark the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, coinciding with the conclusion of his birth centenary year. As per the order issued by the Basic Education Department, schools across the state will organise special commemorative programmes, and student participation will be mandatory.

Note: Most private schools across Uttar Pradesh will observe a holiday on December 25, as already mentioned in their annual academic calendars. These private institutions will continue to remain closed for Christmas, as the government directive applies specifically to government-run schools.

Delhi Schools Christmas Holiday 2025

• December 25, 2025 (Thursday): Christmas Holiday

• December 24, 2025 (Wednesday): Restricted Holiday (Christmas Eve)

Schools in Delhi will remain closed on Christmas Day, while Christmas Eve will be observed as a restricted holiday depending on school discretion.

Punjab Winter Vacation 2025-26

Schools in Punjab have announced a long winter vacation covering both Christmas and New Year celebrations. The winter break will begin on December 22, 2025, and schools are scheduled to reopen on January 10, 2026. This holiday period will be applicable to government schools as well as most private schools across the state.

Haryana Schools Christmas Holiday

• December 25, 2025: One-day Christmas holiday

Haryana schools will observe Christmas Day as a single-day holiday, with regular classes resuming thereafter. However, the winter break is ecpected to be scheduled from January 1 to January 15, 2026.

Rajasthan Winter Holidays 2025

The Rajasthan government has confirmed winter holidays for all schools across the state. Schools will remain closed from December 25, 2025, and are scheduled to reopen on January 5, 2026. This winter vacation will be applicable to both government and private schools, allowing students to enjoy the festive season and winter break.

Telangana Christmas Vacation 2025 

Missionary schools have confirmed holidays from December 23, 2025, to December 27, 2025.

In addition, Christian minority schools are likely to receive an extended Christmas break, with tentative holiday dates expected from December 21 to December 28, 2025. An official circular confirming the extended schedule is awaited.

Holiday Status in Other Schools of Telangana:

Schools in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh will remain closed for three days from December 24 to December 26, 2025, as per state holiday announcements. December 24 will be observed as an optional holiday for Christmas Eve, December 25 as a general holiday for Christmas, and December 26 as Boxing Day, which will be a general holiday in Telangana and an optional holiday in Andhra Pradesh.

Andhra Pradesh Christmas Holidays 2025 

Christian minority schools are expected to observe an extended Christmas vacation from December 21 to December 28, 2025, though the dates are tentative and subject to official confirmation. Meanwhile, all other schools will remain closed for three days from December 24 to December 26, 2025, with December 24 being observed as an optional holiday.

Kerala Christmas & New Year Vacation 2025-26 (CONFIRMED)

The Kerala General Education Department has officially announced an extended Christmas-New Year break.

Kerala School Holiday Schedule:

• Schools Closed From: December 24, 2025

• Schools Reopen On: January 5, 2026

This extended vacation covers both Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Goa Schools Christmas Holiday 2025

Goa School Schedule:

• December 24, 2025: Special Christmas Assembly & Events

• December 25, 2025: Christmas Holiday

Schools in Goa will observe Christmas with special assemblies followed by a holiday on December 25.

Christmas School Holidays 2025: Key Points to Remember

As Christmas 2025 approaches, school holiday schedules differ widely across states due to varying government orders and school management decisions. While some regions have announced extended winter vacations, others will observe only limited or single-day holidays.

• Christmas holidays vary by state and school type

• UP schools will remain open on December 25

• Kerala, Punjab, Rajasthan offer extended winter breaks

• Minority schools may get longer Christmas vacations

• Parents and students should check official school notices

The Christmas School Holidays 2025-26 bring a mix of extended winter vacations, single-day holidays, and special school events, depending on the state. While many regions will enjoy a festive break from Christmas to New Year 2026, states like Uttar Pradesh have opted for academic and cultural observance instead of a holiday.

For the latest updates, official circulars, and state-wise school holiday news, keep checking this page regularly.

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