Muharram Holiday 2026: Schools Closed in Several States with Extended Weekend; Check Full State-Wise List Here
Muharram Holiday 2026: Schools will remain closed in many parts of India due to Muharram. As it is observed as public holiday in India. Check out the State-wise holiday list here.
Likely to remain closedMuharram Holiday 2026: Schools in many States are closed with extended weekend due to Muharram. As it is observed as public holiday in India. Muharram holiday has falled on Friday many schools are usually closed on saturdays, so it has been an extended weekend holiday for schools. Parents and Students should check with there schools for recent update and government announcements for further notifications. However, the saturday holiday may vary from schools to school and area wise also. But there is a high chance of schools to be closed and students will get a three-day extended break on the account of Muharram 2026.
Schools are expected to be closed in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, and more. School can differ the holiday status, students and parents stay updated with the official notifications.
Muharram Holiday 2026: Check Full State-Wise List Here
We have given the complete list of state and there expected holiday schedule, check out the table below:
State/Union Territory | Holiday status for schools |
| Uttar Pradesh | Likely to remain closed |
| Maharashtra | Likely to remain closed |
| Delhi | Likely to remain closed |
| Telangana | Likely to remain closed |
| West Bengal | Likely to remain closed |
| Karnataka | Likely to remain closed |
| Tamil Nadu | Likely to remain closed |
| Bihar | Likely to remain closed |
| Andhra Pradesh | Likely to remain closed |
| Madhya Pradesh | Likely to remain closed |
| Chhattisgarh | Likely to remain closed |
| Jharkhand | Likely to remain closed |
| Jammu and Kashmir | Likely to remain closed |
| Tripura | Likely to remain closed |
| Mizoram | Likely to remain closed |
Muharram 2026 Extended Weekend Holiday
This year Muharram is falling on Friday, the holiday is turning into a extended weekend break for school students. School authorities may have released a official notiication for the three-day long break for students. For recent update check your school official groups or government notification.
Why Muharram Is Observed
Muharram is observed as a first month of the Islamic Calendar which is considered as holy time for muslims. The 10th day of this month is also known as Ashura is an important day in Shia Muslims. On Muharram they perform regligious activities, prayers, and mourning marches.
Muharram Holiday 2026: Banks and Public Offices Remain Shut
The Muharram Holiday is not only restrict to schools but also in Banks and Public Officies. Several states are likely to be closed as per regional holiday calander. Government and private offices can start their work from the next working day.
Anisha Mishra is journalist with over 3 years of experience in covering the Indian education sector. She has worked extensively in the K12 domain, with focus on the state board as well as central board examinations, policy structure of seconday and higher secondary education as well as the entrance examinations like JEE, NEET, CLAT, etc. Her extensive experience in the domain has helped her provide students with concise accurate information in all aspectes of school life and education. Her key interest lies in decoding the changes in the curriculum, NEP implementation and changing education ecosystem in the country. Besides working, she enjoys traveling, exploring new places and cultures, and painting.
