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Several government and public holidays are scheduled in January 2026. Here is a list of key dates when schools are likely to be closed across India or in specific states.
Major holidays in January for schools include 1, 14 and 26 January. (AI generated image)
As the year 2026 begins, students and teachers are eagerly waiting for the holidays. January is not only known for its harsh winter and winter holidays but also for celebrating many national and regional festivals. From New Year’s Day to Republic Day, January offers many opportunities for holidays, allowing a break from studies and a chance to spend time with family.
In North Indian states, schools remain closed for several days in January due to the cold wave, while in Southern India, festivals like Pongal are celebrated. Many government and public holidays are scheduled this month. Here is a list of key dates when schools are likely to be closed across India or in specific states:
| date | Day | opportunity |
| 1 January | Thursday | english new year |
| 14 January | Wednesday | Makar Sankranti/Pongal/Magh Bihu |
| 15 january | Thursday | Pongal (in South Indian states) |
| 23 January | Friday | Birth Anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose (West Bengal) |
| 26 January | monday | Republic Day (National Holiday) |
In states like Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Rajasthan, winter holidays, which started in late December, will continue till the first or second week of January. The Haryana government has announced that there will be winter holidays in all schools in the state from January 1 to January 15, 2026. Similarly, holidays in schools of Delhi and Uttar Pradesh may also get extended due to cold wave.
Makar Sankranti will be celebrated across the country on January 14, 2026. In Gujarat, it is celebrated as Uttarayan, where schools remain closed for two days. In Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, the Pongal festival lasts from 14 to 17 January, resulting in extended school holidays. There is a holiday for Magh Bihu in Assam also. Students are advised to check the 2026 School Holidays Calendar before planning their holidays.
Falls on Monday, January 26, 2026. As a national holiday, schools, colleges and government offices will remain closed across the country. Most private offices will also remain closed. Many schools have weekly holidays on Saturday (January 24) and Sunday (January 25).
The list of holidays in different states of India may vary depending on the board of education (CBSE, ICSE, or state board). For example, in West Bengal, January 23 is a holiday for Netaji Jayanti, while in other states it may be a regular working day. Similarly, in some states, schools remain closed on Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti (January 6). Additionally, the District Magistrate may extend the winter holidays depending on the weather conditions.
January 01, 2026, 5:49 pm IST
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