Tamil Nadu Pongal Schools Holidays Announced: Check Complete Dates List Here
The Govt of Tamil Nadu has announced the Pongal Holidays 2026 for schools. Check complete holiday dates, school closure details, and official updates here.
Key Points
- Schools, Colleges, other educational institutions to be closed for Pongal in Tamil Nadu
- Pongal Holidays from January 15 to 17, 2026
- The January 14th holiday is to be optional based on schools decision
Pongal School Holidays 2026: Schools across Tamil Nadu to remain closed tomorrow, January 14, 2026 on the occassion of Pongal Holiday 2026. Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated diligently across Tamil Nadu. Like every year, Pongal is being celebrated this year on January 14,15, 16 and 17, 2026. The harvest festival is celebrated widely across the state of Tamil Nadu and Tamil communities across various states in the country. Schools will be closed for all the days of Pongal until January 17, 2026.
Considering the significance of the festival, schools, colleges and all other educational institutions will be closed in Tamil Nadu on the occasion. Schools will remain closed on January 15, 16 and 17, 2026, across the state. The holiday will be applicable for government-aided, unaided, and private schools in Tamil Nadu.
Bhogi Pandigal is celebrated on January 14, 2026, and Thai Pongal is celebrated on January 15, 2026. While schools will be completely closed on the same date, school holidays may vary on January 14, 2026. Schools may remain closed or have shorter sessions in preparation for the festival the next day.
Mattu Pongal is celebrated on January 16, 2026. On this day as well, schools will remain closed. Kaanum Pongal/Uzhavar Thirunal is on January 17, 2026. Since it is a Saturday, schools will remain closed.
Schools in Tamil Nadu Closed From Tomorrow
All government, government-aided, and private schools in Tamil Nadu will be closed from tomorrow, January 14, 2026. The educational institutions are closed on the occasion of Pongal holidays celebrated annually across the state. Schools will remain closed until Saturday, January 17, 2026. Schools are set to reopen on Monday, Januarty 19, 2026.
Upcoming School Holidays in January 2026
Shortly after Pongal, schools will gear up for the Republic Day celebrations in the state. Schools will be closed on January 26, 2026. Cultural events will be conducted across the state and the country on the occasion in schools and communities.
School Holidays 2026 Calendar
Students can check the following table to know the days their schools will be closed in Tamil Nadu state:
| Festival Day | Date (2026) | School Holiday Status in Tamil Nadu |
| Bhogi Pandigal | January 14 | May vary (closed or shorter session) |
| Thai Pongal | January 15 | Closed |
| Mattu Pongal | January 16 | Closed |
| Kaanum Pongal/Uzhavar Thirunal | January 17 | Closed (Saturday) |
| General Pongal Holiday Period | January 15 - 17 | Closed |
Other School Holidays in Tamil Nadu
Lohri Holiday 2026
Lohri is a winter harvest festival celebrated mainly in North India, particularly in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, and Jammu. It's observed on January 13th, the day before Makar Sankranti. This day marks the end of the winter solstice and the sun's entry into the Makara zodiac sign, signalling the start of longer, warmer days. Lohri Holiday 2026 will be observed across India on January 13, 2026. Students must keep up with their respective schools in Tamil Nadu to learn about their possible options.
Makar Sankranti Holiday 2026
Makar Sankranti is a major Hindu festival in India. It's usually on January 14th, but this year in 2026, it's on January 15, 2026. This day signals the end of winter and the start of harvest and longer, warmer days. It's called 'Pongal' in South India, 'Maghi' in Punjab, and 'Uttarayan' in Gujarat. Makar Sankranti Holiday 2026 will be observed across India on January 15, 2026. Students must keep up with their respective schools in Tamil Nadu to learn about their possible holiday.
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