Punjab School Holidays in October 2025
Here is the complete Punjab School Holiday list for October 2025 including Dussehra, Diwali, Vishwakarma Day and all Sundays and Second Saturday. We have also added Restricted/Optional holidays that schools declare on their own.
Public (Compulsory) School Holidays in October 2025 (Punjab)
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 02 October 2025 | Thursday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra |
| 05 October 2025 | Sunday | Weekly Off (Sunday) |
| 07 October 2025 | Tuesday | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti |
| School Time Table | October 2025 | Read here |
| 11 October 2025 | Saturday | Second Saturday (School Closed) |
| 12 October 2025 ( PB.JOBSOFTODAY.IN | Sunday | Weekly Off (Sunday) |
| 19 October 2025 | Sunday | Weekly Off (Sunday) |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali Holiday |
| 22 October 2025 | Wednesday | Vishwakarma Day |
| 26 October 2025 | Sunday | Weekly Off (Sunday) |
Restricted / Optional School Holidays in October 2025 (Punjab)
Restricted or optional holidays are those where schools may choose to remain open or closed depending on their own policy.
| Date | Day | Restricted Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 08 October 2025 | Wednesday | Birthday of Sri Guru Ram Dass Ji |
| 10 October 2025 | Friday | Karva Chauth |
| School Time Table | October 2025 | Read here |
| 16 October 2025 | Thursday | Birthday of Baba Banda Singh Ji Bahadur |
| 22 October 2025 | Wednesday | Goverdhan Pooja |
| 23 October 2025 | Thursday | Guru Gaddi Diwas Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji |
| 28 October 2025 | Tuesday | Chhath Pooja |
Highlights of Punjab School Holidays October 2025
- Dussehra Holiday: Schools closed on 2nd October 2025 (also Gandhi Jayanti). Read official holiday notification here
- Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti: Special holiday on 7th October 2025.
- Diwali Holiday: 20th October 2025 statewide holiday.
- Vishwakarma Day: Celebrated on 22nd October 2025.
- All Sundays and Second Saturday schools will remain closed.
- Optional Holidays like Karva Chauth, Chhath Pooja etc. as per school decision.
FAQs on Punjab School Holidays October 2025
Q. Will schools in Punjab be closed on Dussehra 2025?
Yes, schools will remain closed on 2nd October 2025 for Dussehra and Gandhi Jayanti.
Q. Is Diwali 2025 a school holiday in Punjab?
Yes, Monday, 20th October 2025 will be a holiday for Diwali in all government and most private schools in Punjab.
Q. Is Vishwakarma Day 2025 a school holiday?
Yes, 22nd October 2025 is a school holiday on the occasion of Vishwakarma Day.
Q. What are Restricted Holidays in Punjab Schools?
Restricted holidays are optional holidays where schools may choose to close or stay open based on their management’s decision. Examples include Karva Chauth and Chhath Pooja.
Conclusion
October 2025 brings several important school holidays in Punjab including Dussehra, Diwali, Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti and Vishwakarma Day. Students and parents can plan their travel and celebrations accordingly. Optional holidays add extra flexibility for schools and families.
