Winter Vacation 2025-2026 Dates: State-wise School Closure and Reopening Schedule

Winter School Holiday 2025-2026: As December sets in, students across India eagerly look forward to the much-needed winter vacation. This annual break provides relief from the chilly weather, festive celebrations, and the ongoing academic pressure. Many state education departments and national-level school systems have now released their official winter holiday schedules for the 2025–2026 academic session.

In this article, you will get state-wise winter vacation dates, school closing and reopening schedules, and official holiday announcements for UP, Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, PM Shri Schools, and Kendriya Vidyalayas (KV).
More states will be added as the notifications are released.

Winter Vacation 2025-2026: State-Wise School Holiday List

1. Uttar Pradesh Winter Vacation 2025

As per the UP Academic Calendar 2025-26, all schools across the state will remain closed for 12 days. The vacation includes Christmas, New Year’s Eve, and the coldest phase of winter.

Winter Holidays: 20 December to 31 December 2025 (12 days)

Reopening Date: 1 January 2026

Bareilly Schools Closed Temporarily in Uttar Pradesh

Due to severe cold wave and dense fog in Bareilly district, the Uttar Pradesh government has ordered closure of all government, aided, and private schools for students of Classes 1–8 from December 18 to December 20, 2025. The decision was taken based on the directions of the District Magistrate to ensure student safety amid adverse weather conditions.

Check UP School Winter Vacation 2025-2026 Schedule Updates

2. PM SHRI Schools Winter Vacation 2025-26

The winter holiday schedule for PM SHRI Schools has been officially announced. As per the approved academic calendar, the schools will remain closed for a 10-day winter break.

• Holiday Dates: 23 December 2025 (Tuesday) to 1 January 2026 (Thursday)
• Total Holidays: 10 days
• Reopening Date: 2 January 2026

3. Delhi Schools Winter Vacation 2026

The official winter vacation schedule for Delhi schools for the upcoming academic session has been released. According to the notification, schools in the national capital will observe an extended winter break in view of dense fog and severe cold-wave conditions typically experienced in early January.

• Winter Holidays: January 1, 2026 (Thursday) to January 15, 2026 (Thursday)

• Schools Reopen: January 16, 2026 (Friday)

Students, parents, and school staff are advised to plan accordingly, as regular classes will resume from January 16 after the winter break.

4. Punjab Winter Vacation 2025 Notification

The Punjab School Education Department has officially confirmed the winter vacation schedule for all public and private schools for the 2025-26 academic session. The announcement was issued following directives from Provincial Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat.

As per the formal notification, the winter break will begin on 22 December 2025 and continue until 10 January 2026.

• Holiday Dates: 22 December 2025 to 10 January 2026
• Reopening Date: 11 January 2026

5. Haryana Winter Vacation 2025-2026 (Expected)

Last year, Haryana schools observed winter holidays from 1 January to 15 January 2025.
For the 2025–26 academic session, the state is expected to follow a similar schedule, though the official notification is awaited.

• Expected Holiday Dates: 1 January to 15 January 2026
• Reopening Date (Expected): 16 January 2026

6. Jammu & Kashmir Winter Vacation 2025-26

The J&K School Education Department has released the holiday schedule separately for different classes and regions.

Jammu & Kashmir Winter Vacation Schedule

Reopening Dates:

• Pre-Primary & Classes 1-8: 1 March 2026
• Classes 9-12: 23 February 2026

7. Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) Winter Vacation 2025–2026

Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) follows region-specific winter holiday schedules.

General KV Winter Holidays: 23 December 2025 to early January 2026 (varies by region)

Special Winter-Zone KVs (e.g., Ladakh, high-altitude regions): These regions have longer breaks due to harsh winters.

Example:
Winter Vacation Date for Ladakh Region: 10 December 2025 to 28 January 2026

The complete region-wise KV Winter Break Schedule 2025–26 is available in the official KVS PDF shared below:

Kendriya Vidyalaya Winter Vacation 2025-26 Schedule (All Regions)

8. Tamil Nadu School Holiday After Half-Yearly Exams (2025)

The Tamil Nadu School Education Department has announced a 12-day holiday for students across the state following the completion of half-yearly examinations. The decision aims to give students adequate rest after exams and during the winter festive period.

Tamil Nadu School Holiday Details:

• Holiday Begins: December 24, 2025

• Duration: 12 days

• Applies To: All government and private schools across Tamil Nadu

• Schools Reopen: As per individual school instructions after the holiday period

Students and parents are advised to stay in touch with their respective schools for confirmation of the exact reopening date.

9. Kerala Christmas Vacation 2025–26: Official Schedule

The Kerala General Education Department has officially confirmed the Christmas vacation schedule for schools across the state. The extended break has been announced in view of Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Kerala School Winter Holiday Schedule:

• Schools Closed From: December 24, 2025

• Schools Reopen On: January 5, 2026

• Total Holidays: 12 days

• Coverage: All schools across Kerala, including Thiruvananthapuram

Regular academic activities will resume from January 5, 2026, after the winter break.

Winter Vacation 2025–2026: Quick Summary

• UP Schools: 20–31 Dec 2025
• PM SHRI Schools: 23 Dec 2025 – 1 Jan 2026
• Delhi: 1 Jan – 15 Jan 2026
• Punjab: 22 Dec 2025 – 10 Jan 2026
• Haryana: Expected 1–15 Jan 2026
• Jammu & Kashmir: Zone- and class-wise schedule
• Kendriya Vidyalayas: 23 Dec onward (longer for winter zones)
• Tamil Nadu: From 24 Dec 2025 (12 days after exams)
• Kerala: 24 Dec 2025 – 4 Jan 2026, reopen 5 Jan 2026

Note: The winter vacation schedules for several other states are yet to be announced. This article will be updated regularly as more official notifications are released.

The Winter School Holiday schedule for 2025–2026 brings much-needed relief for students across India, allowing time for rest, festive celebrations, and protection from harsh winter conditions. While several states and school systems such as Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Punjab, Jammu & Kashmir, PM SHRI Schools, and Kendriya Vidyalayas have already announced their winter vacation dates, notifications from many other states are still awaited. We will continue to add updates for remaining states as and when official announcements are released, so students, parents, and teachers are advised to keep checking this page regularly for the latest school holiday updates.

Check School Holidays List in December 2025