School Holidays List 2025: As India's academic year progresses, students eagerly look forward to the various school holidays that mark the calendar. From the festive joy of Diwali and Onam to the winter break celebrating Christmas and the New Year, each month offers opportunities for rest, reflection, and family time. Moreover, regional holiday variations, such as Chhat Puja in the north and Durga Puja in Bengal, ensure that celebrations are unique to different parts of the country. These holidays provide students with a chance to recharge while deepening their connection to the rich cultural traditions of their regions. Here is a comprehensive overview of school holidays throughout the year, highlighting key dates and regional observances that shape the academic calendar for students across India.

School holidays in India vary significantly by state, primarily due to regional festivals, cultural practices, and climatic conditions. Students and parents are advised to refer to their respective school calendars for exact dates and timings. Here, students can check the complete list of school vacation dates and events.

The Central Government has released the official list of gazetted and restricted holidays for 2025, outlining the days when government offices will remain closed across the country. This annual announcement provides a reference for public institutions, private organisations, and individuals as they plan their schedules for the upcoming year. The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions has notified 17 gazetted holidays and 34 restricted holidays for this year.

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School Holiday Calendar 2025: Complete List Of School Vacation Dates And Events

Month Event Date
January Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday 17th January, 2025
  Republic Day 26th January, 2025
February Basant Panchami 2nd February, 2025
  Guru Ravi Das’s Birthday 24th February, 2025
  Maha Shivratri 26th February, 2025
March Holi/Dolyatra 14th March, 2025
  Good Friday 18th March, 2025
  Eid-ul-Fitr 31st March, 2025
April Ram Navami 6th April, 2025
  Mahaveer Jayanti 10th April, 2025
May Buddha Purnima 12th May, 2025
June Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) 7th June, 2025
July Muharram 27th July, 2025
August Independence Day 15th August, 2025
  Raksha Bandhan 9th August, 2025
  Janmashtami (Vaishnava) 16th August, 2025
  Ganesh Chaturthi 27th August, 2025
September Onam 5th September, 2025
  Milad-un-Nabi 5th September, 2025
October Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday 2nd October, 2025
  Dussehra 2nd October, 2025
  Maharishi Valmiki’s Birthday 7th October, 2025
  Diwali 21st October, 2025
  Govardhan Pooja 22nd October, 2025
November Guru Nanak’s Birthday 15th November, 2025
December Christmas 25th December, 2025

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