Punjab Summer Holidays Notification 2025: Official Dates and Important Details for Schools and Colleges

By Naqqash Khalid | Published May 22, 2025 | 12:58 pm | 3 views

The Punjab government has officially announced the Punjab Summer Holidays Notification for the year 2025. This announcement comes as temperatures in the region have soared, with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) and other weather agencies issuing severe heatwave warnings. To keep students safe from the intense summer heat, the government has set a clear summer vacation schedule for all schools and colleges across Punjab.

In recent weeks, Punjab has been facing extremely high temperatures, sometimes reaching dangerous levels. Such heat can cause health problems, especially for young children and teenagers who spend long hours outdoors or in crowded classrooms without proper cooling.

In response to these challenges, the PDMA alerted the government and education authorities to take precautionary measures. The School Education Department then worked on deciding suitable vacation dates to reduce the risk to students’ health.

The government’s priority is the health and safety of all students and educational staff during the intense summer months. The Punjab Summer Holidays Notification helps reduce risks related to heatwaves and provides everyone a clear schedule to plan their summer activities.

Be sure to keep an eye on official announcements from your school or college for any further updates. This summer break is an important time for rest and safety, so make the most of it while preparing for a successful new academic year starting in mid-August.

Official Summer Holidays Dates for Schools

The Punjab Summer Holidays Notification states that all government and private schools in Punjab will be closed for summer vacations starting from May 28, 2025 until August 14, 2025. This long break will give students and teachers a chance to rest and avoid the worst days of the summer heat.

There is a special note for afternoon schools—those schools that operate in the second half of the day. These schools will start their summer break earlier, from May 21, 2025, and will remain closed until August 15, 2025. Afternoon shift schools typically face higher heat exposure because classes run during the hottest part of the day, so this earlier break helps protect students better.

Here’s a simple summary of the school vacation dates:

Type of Schools	Summer Vacation Period
Regular Schools (Govt & Pvt)	May 28, 2025 – August 14, 2025
Afternoon Schools	May 21, 2025 – August 15, 2025

The official notification from the School Education Department mentions:

“With approval from the Competent Authority, all schools (public and private) across Punjab will be closed starting May 28, 2025. Afternoon schools will be closed from May 21, 2025. All schools will reopen on August 15, 2025. District Education Authorities (DEAs) must ensure these orders are fully followed.”

Summer Holidays for Colleges and Universities

The Higher Education Department of Punjab also released its own summer holiday schedule. All government and private colleges in Punjab will observe their summer break from May 28, 2025, to August 14, 2025.

Unlike schools, colleges may continue their academic work such as exams or research activities if needed, but generally, classes will pause during this period. College students and faculty are advised to use this break for rest and study at home.

Institutions	Summer Vacation Period
Government & Private Colleges	May 28, 2025 – August 14, 2025

The academic activities, including examinations, will resume after the holidays as per the pre-announced academic calendar.

New School Timings to Beat the Heat

Before the summer break officially starts, the Punjab government has updated school timings to reduce exposure to heat during school hours. Schools will open early in the morning and finish before noon to avoid the hottest parts of the day.

According to the latest update:

Schools will start classes at 7:15 AM
Schools will close at 11:30 AM

This timing is designed to keep students safe from the midday sun and reduce the risk of heat exhaustion or dehydration while at school.

Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat had earlier proposed timings from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, but after consultation with various officials and experts, the timing was adjusted to 7:15 AM to 11:30 AM to better fit school schedules.

Important Instructions for School and College Authorities

The notification also includes strict instructions for the District Education Authorities (DEAs) and school administrators. They are responsible for:

Ensuring all schools and colleges comply with the announced summer holiday dates.
Monitoring that no classes or activities happen during the summer break.
Communicating the summer holiday schedule clearly to students, parents, and teachers.
Preparing schools for reopening on August 15, 2025, including any needed maintenance or repairs during the vacation period.
Following any additional PDMA safety guidelines related to weather conditions.