The School Education Department Punjab has announced new school timings for Ramadan 2026. The revised schedule will apply across the province of Punjab.
According to an official notification issued on February 16, all public and private educational institutions must follow the updated timings. The decision has been made to facilitate students and teachers who will be observing fasts during the holy month of Ramadan.
The revised schedule aims to reduce academic hours while maintaining smooth learning activities. The new timings will remain effective throughout Ramadan.
Ramadan Timings for Single-Shift Schools in Punjab
For single-shift schools, classes will begin at 8:30 AM. Schools will close at 1:00 PM from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, schools will close earlier at 12:30 PM.
The adjusted schedule ensures shorter school hours. This will help students manage fasting and academic responsibilities. The earlier closing time on Fridays has been introduced to accommodate special congregational prayers.
Parents and school administrations have been advised to strictly follow the notified timings. Authorities have directed institutions to ensure punctuality and discipline during Ramadan.
Double-Shift Schools to Follow Separate Morning and Evening Timings
The notification also outlines specific timings for double-shift schools. The morning shift will operate from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM from Monday to Thursday.
The evening shift will run from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on the same days. On Fridays, the second shift will operate from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM.
These staggered timings are designed to ensure proper academic coverage. They also aim to prevent overlap between shifts. The government wants to maintain academic continuity while easing the burden on fasting students and teachers.
The department has clearly stated that girls’ schools will operate 15 minutes earlier than the announced schedule. This means they will open and close 15 minutes before the standard timings for both single and double shifts.
Education officials say the revised Ramadan school timings will help create a balanced environment. The focus is on supporting students’ health and well-being during fasting hours.
School administrations across Punjab have been instructed to implement the new schedule without delay. Monitoring teams may conduct visits to ensure compliance.
The Ramadan school timing notification provides clarity for parents, students, and teachers. It allows families to plan their routines accordingly during the holy month.
Further updates, if required, will be issued by the School Education Department Punjab. For now, all institutions are expected to follow the revised timetable strictly until Ramadan concludes.
