School Winter Vacation: With the start of the new year, most states in the country are experiencing severe cold weather. The cold weather is causing great hardship for people. In view of children’s health, state governments have issued orders to close schools. In January, schools and colleges will remain closed on specific dates in different states due to various festivals and national events. However, this month is crucial for preparing for necessary examinations such as board exams, pre-board exams, and JEE Main. Pre-board exams, revision, and internal assessments are conducted in January.
When will schools remain closed in UP?
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Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, in view of the intense cold, the state government has extended school holidays. Schools from nursery to class 8 will now remain closed until January 15th. Schools for classes 9 to 12 will remain closed until January 5th. The holidays will apply to all schools in the state, including those affiliated with ICSE, CBSE, and the UP Board.
School holidays in Punjab until January 8th
Winter vacations have been announced for schools in Punjab until January 8th. In light of the rapidly increasing cold, the state’s Education Minister, Harjot Singh Bains, has decided to extend the holidays from January 1st to January 8th.
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When will schools remain closed in Rajasthan?
Due to the cold wave in Rajasthan, schools will remain closed until January 5th. In Jaipur, the District Collector has announced holidays for Anganwadi centres from January 2nd to January 10th.
When will schools reopen in Kashmir?
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In the Kashmir Valley, all pre-primary classes will be closed from November 26th to February 28th, 2026; all classes from 1st to 8th grade will be closed from December 1st to February 28th, 2026; and classes for grades 9 to 12 will start on December 11th and end on February 22nd, 2026.
Major Holidays in January 2026 (Tentative)
January 14 (Wednesday) – Pongal
January 14 (Wednesday) – Makar Sankranti
January 23 (Friday) – Vasant Panchami
January 26 (Monday) – Republic Day
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For accurate holiday information, please refer to the official notifications from your school, education board, or state government.