Summer Holidays 2026: Most states across the country are currently experiencing scorching heat. Along with the intense heat, the severe impact of heatwaves has also been observed. Children eagerly await the summer holidays throughout the entire year; indeed, they look forward to this break with great anticipation. It is not just the students, but parents as well, who eagerly await these holidays,
as they provide an opportunity to plan family trips. If you, too, are looking forward to these holidays and wish to stay informed, let us find out when the official announcement regarding the summer break is expected. You can access information regarding the holiday schedules for various states right here.
Summer Holidays 2026 – Key Highlights
- Reason: Scorching heat & severe heatwave conditions across most states
- Status: Several states have already announced summer holidays
- Most Intense Holiday Period: May – June 2026
- Longest Break: Delhi — 50 days (May 11 – June 30)
States Where Holidays Are Already Underway
- Odisha (from April 27)
- Telangana (from April 24)
- Chhattisgarh (from April 20)
- Andhra Pradesh (from April 24)
- West Bengal (dates to be updated)
States Where Holidays Are About to Begin
- Delhi: May 11, 2026
- Rajasthan: May 17, 2026
- Uttar Pradesh: May 20, 2026
- Bihar: June 1, 2026
- Haryana: June 1, 2026
City-specific Updates
- Schools closed: May 11 – June 30, 2026
- Total break: 50 days
Lucknow (UP)
- Government schools: May 20 – June 15, 2026
- Private schools: Mid-May onwards (similar schedule)
Prayagraj (UP)
- Current school timing: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- Summer holidays expected from: May 20, 2026
- Contact the school principal for specific dates
Holidays Underway in Several States
In view of the prevailing heat conditions, several states have already announced their summer holidays. While holidays are currently in progress in states such as Odisha, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, and West Bengal, the summer break is just about to begin in several other states. You can check, on a state-by-state basis, the specific dates—from start to finish—when the summer holidays will be observed in each region.
In the national capital, a 50-day summer break has been announced. Schools in the capital will remain closed from May 11 to June 30, 2026. Additionally, in Uttar Pradesh (UP), schools will remain closed from May 20 to June 15. However, private schools may choose to extend this holiday period up to June 30.
View the List of Holidays Here
Chhattisgarh: April 20 to June 15, 2026
Andhra Pradesh: April 24 to June 11, 2026
Telangana: April 24 to June 11, 2026
Odisha: Starting April 27
West Bengal: Holidays currently underway (Dates to be updated soon)
Delhi: May 11 to June 30, 2026
Uttar Pradesh: May 20 to June 15, 2026
Bihar: June 1 to June 20, 2026
Haryana: June 1 to June 30, 2026
Rajasthan: May 17 to June 20, 2026
Lucknow School Summer Holidays:
In Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, summer holidays for government schools will run from May 20, 2026, to June 15, 2026. Private schools typically follow a similar schedule, with their holidays commencing in mid-May.
Prayagraj School Summer Holidays:
School timings in Prayagraj have been revised. Currently, schools here are operating from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Summer holidays are expected to be declared starting May 20. For further details, please contact your school principal or teacher.
