Bihar School Holiday List 2026 (Updated)

The Bihar School Holiday List 2026 (अवकाश तालिका 2026) has been officially released by the Bihar Education Department for the academic session 2026-27. This calendar is applicable to all government, government-aided, project, KGBV, and recognised private schools (Primary, Upper Primary, Secondary, and Higher Secondary) under the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) and the Department of Education.

Parents, students, and teachers searching for “Bihar school holiday list 2026”, “Bihar summer vacation 2026”, “Bihar Chhath Puja vacation 2026”, “BSEB holiday list 2026 PDF”, “Bihar avkash talika 2026”, or “Bihar government school holidays 2026” will find the most accurate, complete, and up-to-date details right here.

Important Note: This is the official model holiday calendar. Festival dates dependent on moon sighting (Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha, Muharram, etc.) are tentative and may be revised by government order. Minor local adjustments are allowed only with prior departmental approval. Always check your school notice board or the latest circular on education.bihar.gov.in.

Key Highlights – Bihar School Holidays 2026-27

• Total Holidays + Vacations: Approximately 75 days (including Sundays)
• Effective School Closures: Around 65 working days off
• Major Long Breaks: Summer (20 days), Durga Puja (5 days), Diwali + Chhath Puja (10 days – longest festive break), Winter (7 days)
• Academic Session: April 2026 – March 2027
• Total Non-Working Days: Heaviest festive cluster in October–November 2026
• Applicability: All schools under Bihar Education Department (primary to higher secondary)
  
  

1. Bihar School Major Vacation Schedule 2026-27

Pro Tip: The Diwali to Chhath Puja break (10 days) is the longest holiday stretch in Bihar schools – ideal for family travel, shopping, and celebrations.

2. Bihar School Holiday List 2026

*Dates tentative and subject to moon sighting.

3. Month-wise Quick View – Bihar School Holidays 2026

• January–April: Republic Day, Holi, Eid-ul-Fitr, Ram Navami, Good Friday, Veer Kunwar Singh & Janaki Navami
• May–August: Summer Vacation (20 days) + Buddha Purnima, Bakrid, Muharram, Independence Day, Janmashtami
• September–December: Gandhi Jayanti, Durga Puja + Diwali-Chhath Puja (major 15+ day festive cluster) + Guru Nanak Jayanti + Christmas + Winter Vacation
  
  

Bihar Primary vs Secondary Schools

• Primary & Upper Primary (Basic Education): Strictly follow the above calendar.
• Secondary & Higher Secondary (BSEB): Largely aligned but may have minor adjustments around board exam preparation.
• Private schools usually adopt the same model with very little deviation.
  
  

Why This Holiday List Matters for Parents & Students in Bihar

• Plan summer coaching, family trips, and competitive exam preparation during the 20-day summer break.
• Book travel and shopping early for the 10-day Diwali-Chhath Puja window – the biggest festive season in the state.
• Maintain minimum attendance requirements by planning around compulsory holidays only.
  
  

Official Sources to Download Bihar School Holiday List 2026 PDF

• Bihar Education Department Portal: education.bihar.gov.in → Circulars / Avkash Talika
• BSEB Official Website: bseb.bihar.gov.in → Academic Calendar
• Basic Education Department: basiceducation.bihar.gov.in

Bookmark this page – it is updated as per the latest official releases and is the most comprehensive resource available for Bihar school holidays 2026.

FAQ – Bihar School Holiday List 2026

Q1. When is Summer Vacation in Bihar schools 2026? A: From 01 June 2026 to 20 June 2026 (20 days) as per the official Education Department calendar.

Q2. How long is Chhath Puja vacation in Bihar schools 2026? A: The Diwali + Chhath Puja break is 10 days (07–17 November 2026) – the longest continuous holiday period.

Q3. Is the holiday list same for primary and secondary schools? A: Yes, it is largely the same across all government and recognised schools in Bihar.

Q4. Can schools change the holiday dates? A: Only minor changes with prior approval. Moon-sighting festivals may be revised through official notification.

Q5. Where to check the latest updates for Bihar school holiday list 2026? A: Official Education Department website, school notice board, or trusted portals like Jagran Josh.