School Holidays: How many holidays will children get in July, check the holiday calendar of the entire month before going to school.

After the long summer holidays, studies have started once again in schools across the country. Now the eyes of parents and students are on the holidays of July. Even though there is no major national holiday this month, schools may remain closed in different states due to some religious and regional festivals.

Other than this Season Considering the situation, state governments can also decide to change holidays or school timings at the local level. In such a situation, it is important to have information about possible holidays for the entire month in advance.

When can schools remain closed in July School Holidays

Most schools will operate as per the regular schedule in July 2026. Students will get regular holidays of Saturday and Sunday every week. Apart from this, additional holidays can also be declared in some states on the basis of local festivals and administrative orders.

Rath Yatra on 16th July

The festival of Rath Yatra will be celebrated on 16th July. On this occasion, holiday can be declared in schools in some states and regions including Odisha, Jharkhand, Delhi. However, the final decision will depend on the notification of the concerned state government and local administration.

Guru Purnima on 29th July

Schools are likely to remain closed in many areas of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh on the occasion of Guru Purnima on July 29. Holidays will be announced in different states by the local administration.

Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Day on 31st July

There may be a holiday in schools in Punjab, Haryana and some surrounding areas on the occasion of Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Day on 31st July.

Schedule may change due to weather

If heavy rain, flood, heatwave or other emergency occurs in any state, the concerned state government can impose additional holidays, change timings or other safety measures in schools.

The Education Department has appealed to parents and students to keep an eye on the official announcements of their school and state government for the final information related to holidays and school operations (School Holidays).