Punjab announces new schedule for schools

Schools in Punjab to remain closed on Fridays

LAHORE: Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat on Wednesday announced that all public and private schools across the province would remain closed on Fridays, with classes taking place four days a week. According to a notification by the Punjab School Education Department shared by Hayat on X, “Pursuant to approval of the competent authority, it is hereby notified that all public and private schools across Punjab shall remain off on Friday…

Punjab announces new schedule for schools

The Punjab School Education Department announced on Wednesday that all public and private schools across the province would now operate only four days a week, with schools remaining closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. "Pursuant to the approval of the Competent Authority, it is hereby notified that all public and private schools across Punjab shall remain closed on Friday until further orders, read the notification.  It further stated that si…

After schools, Punjab colleges and universities move to four-day week - THE DESTINATION

LAHORE (Web Desk) – Colleges and universities in Punjab will now operate four days a week, following schools. The Higher Education Department has issued a notification implementing the four-day attendance policy across all public and private colleges and universities in the province. Earlier, the School Education Department also announced new timings for schools, stating that […] The post After schools, Punjab colleges and universities move to f…

Punjab Likely to Extend Summer Holidays for Schools and Colleges

The Punjab government has indicated that summer vacations this year could extend up to two months, while winter holidays are expected to be scheduled in January, as part of a revised academic calendar for government-run schools. The new academic year has officially begun, with authorities introducing measures to support students and reduce institutional costs. Officials have also […] The post Punjab Likely to Extend Summer Holidays for Schools a…

Punjab Govt Officially Announced 4-Day Week for All Public & Private Schools with Revised Timings

The Government of Punjab has officially announced a four-day school week for all public and private institutions. The decision, made by the Punjab School Education Department, came into effect on April 1, 2026. Under this new policy, schools will remain closed every Friday. This creates a three-day weekend for students and teachers, giving them more time to rest and spend with family. Officials believe this step can help improve both mental heal…

Punjab colleges and universities to adopt four-day week after schools

F.P. Report LAHORE: Following schools, colleges and universities across Punjab will now operate on a four-day week, according to a notification issued by the Punjab Higher Education Department. The new schedule applies to all public and private colleges and universities in the province. Earlier, the Punjab School Education Department had announced revised timings for schools, designating Friday as a weekly holiday while keeping institutions open…