Uttar Pradesh School Holidays 2026: Complete List of Gazetted Holidays
2 Feb, 2026 15:25 IST|Sakshi Post
The Uttar Pradesh school holiday calendar for 2026 has been carefully planned to support both academic continuity and student well-being. Prepared by the Department of School Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh, the schedule reflects the state’s cultural diversity while ensuring adequate breaks for students and teachers.
This official holiday list is an important reference for parents, educators, and students to plan examinations, family travel, festivals, and vacations throughout the academic year.
Why the 2026 Holiday Calendar Matters
School holidays are essential for maintaining a healthy learning environment. They allow students time to relax and recharge while enabling teachers to prepare for upcoming academic responsibilities. The Uttar Pradesh education authorities have designed the 2026 calendar after considering major national events, religious festivals, and regionally significant observances.
The calendar includes gazetted holidays that are mandatory for schools across the state, along with seasonal breaks such as summer and winter vacations. Restricted holidays may vary depending on the school administration.
Uttar Pradesh Gazetted School Holidays for 2026
Below is the official list of Gazetted holidays applicable to government and government-aided schools in Uttar Pradesh for the year 2026:
- January 3 (Saturday): Hazrat Ali’s Birthday
- January 26 (Monday): Republic Day
- February 15 (Sunday): Maha Shivaratri
- March 2 (Monday): Holika Dahan
- March 4 (Wednesday): Holi
- March 21 (Saturday): Eid-ul-Fitr*
- March 26 (Thursday): Ram Navami
- March 31 (Tuesday): Good Friday
- April 3 (Friday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14 (Tuesday): Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Jayanti
- May 1 (Friday): Buddha Purnima
- May 27 (Wednesday): Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid)
- June 26 (Friday): Moharram
- August 15 (Saturday): Independence Day
- August 26 (Wednesday): Eid-e-Milad / Barawafat
- August 28 (Friday): Raksha Bandhan
- September 4 (Friday): Janmashtami
- October 2 (Friday): Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
- October 20 (Tuesday): Dussehra (Vijayadashami)
- November 8 (Sunday): Deepawali
- November 9 (Monday): Govardhan Puja
- November 11 (Wednesday): Bhaiyya Dooj / Chitragupta Jayanti
- November 24 (Tuesday): Guru Nanak Jayanti / Kartik Purnima
- December 25 (Friday): Christmas Day
Applicability of the Holiday List
This holiday schedule is officially applicable to all government-run and government-aided schools in Uttar Pradesh. Private schools, including CBSE, ICSE, and other board-affiliated institutions, may follow slightly different calendars based on internal policies. Parents and students are advised to confirm final holiday dates with their respective schools.
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