Winter Holidays 2025: The last month of 2025 has arrived, and the winter season is reaching its peak across the country, including Uttar Pradesh. Pre-board and half-yearly exams are also underway in schools during this time, keeping both students and teachers busy. However, amidst this busy schedule, there’s some good news for students and parents: the dates for winter vacations in Uttar Pradesh schools have been announced. During the holidays, children will be able to enjoy the weather and spend time with their families while also continuing their studies.
Additionally, this time allows students to relax from exam fatigue and prepare for the new year. The announcement of winter vacations brings excitement and planning for both students and parents each year.
How many days will there be holidays ?
Schools in Uttar Pradesh will have winter vacations from December 20th to 31st, 2025. This means students will have a total of 12 days off from school.
Other holidays in December
In addition to the winter vacation, the relevant Sundays in December and Christmas Day will also be holidays. Details are as follows:
December 14, 2025: Sunday
December 21, 2025: Sunday
December 25, 2025: Christmas
December 28, 2025: Sunday
Further decision according to winter
Holidays after December 31st will be decided based on weather conditions in the state of Uttar Pradesh. If there is extreme cold or fog, the holidays may be extended. All updates regarding this will be provided to students and parents by the school.
New Annual Academic Calendar
The Uttar Pradesh Education Department is expected to release a new academic calendar for the year 2026 soon. This calendar will provide information about next year’s holidays, board exams, summer vacations, winter vacations, and festival holidays. Information related to half-yearly and pre-board exams will also be available.