New School Timing Implemented In Rajasthan: Rajasthan has introduced major changes in school schedules for the 2026–27 academic session. The new academic year will begin on April 1, marking a shift from the earlier July session system followed for several years across the state.

Under the revised schedule issued by the Rajasthan Education Department, school timings have also been changed. From April 1, 2026, both government and private schools will operate from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Officials say the change aligns with the framework of the National Education Policy 2020 and aims to improve academic planning.

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Key Details of the Timing Change:

The revised timetable will apply across the state. Single-shift schools will function from 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Schools operating in two shifts will run between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with each shift lasting approximately 5.5 hours.

These summer timings will remain in effect until September 30, 2026. From October 1, schools will return to winter timings of 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Major Changes in the Academic Calendar:

The education department has introduced several reforms in the academic calendar, which officials describe as the first major revision in nearly a decade.

The academic year will now start on April 1 instead of July 1. Summer vacations will be observed from May 16 to June 20, lasting around 35 days, which is shorter than the earlier 45-day break. To improve learning outcomes, the number of teaching days has also been increased to 214.

Additionally, the minimum admission age for Class 1 will now be six years, in line with the guidelines of the National Education Policy 2020.

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Revised Timings for Schools and Services

Institution/Service

New Timing

Single Shift Schools

7:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Two-Shift Schools

7:00 AM – 6:00 PM (5.5 hours each shift)

Anganwadi Centres

8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Government Hospitals (OPD)

8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Weekdays), 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Sunday/Holidays)

Apart from schools, other public services in the state have also revised their schedules. Anganwadi centres will operate from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, while safari timings at Sariska Tiger Reserve have been updated to 6:00 AM To  9:30 AM and 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM.