Dussehra School Holidays 2026: Navratri is being celebrated from October 11 to October 20, 2026, with Dussehra or Vijayadashami marking the end of the festival. The festival will fall on October 20 in most parts of India while West Bengal will observe Durga Puja Dashami on October 21.
School holidays though aren’t the same across the country. The break depends on the state, school and academic calendar. Here’s a look at the reported holiday dates in different states.
West Bengal Durga Puja Holidays
According to the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education, schools will remain closed from October 15 to October 26 for Durga Puja. Students are expected to return after the holiday period, depending on their school’s schedule.
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Karnataka School Holidays
Schools across Karnataka are observing Dasara holidays from October 1 to October 15, 2026, according to the reported school calendar for the 2026-27 academic year.
October 20 is for Ayudha Pooja or Mahanavami in some calendars, while Vijayadashami falls on October 21. Maharshi Valmiki Jayanthi will also be observed on October 26.
Navratri Holidays in Uttar Pradesh
PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalayas in Uttar Pradesh have marked October 20 as Dussehra or Vijayadashami. The school calendar also includes a 10-day autumn break.
Several schools in the state will remain closed from October 18 to October 25. But he dates may differ between schools.
Jharkhand Puja Break 2026
The Jharkhand Academic Council’s calendar marks October 19 as Maha Ashtami. October 20 and 21 are listed as Dussehra holidays.
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh School Holidays
In Telangana, the reported Dasara vacation runs from October 10 to October 22. Regular classes are scheduled to resume on October 23. Andhra Pradesh has reportedly scheduled its Dasara holidays from October 12 to October 21, with schools reopening on October 22.
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If You are Planning Travel
October 20 is a common Dussehra holiday in many parts of India, but the total number of holidays varies. Government, private and aided schools may follow different schedules. Parents and students should check the latest notice issued by their school or state education department before making travel plans.
