Karnataka School Holiday List 2026 (Updated)

The Karnataka School Holiday List 2026 (academic session 2026-27) has been officially notified by the Department of School Education and Literacy, Government of Karnataka. This calendar applies to all government, government-aided, model schools, and recognised private schools (Primary to Higher Secondary) under the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB).

Parents, students, and teachers searching for “Karnataka school holiday list 2026”, “Karnataka summer vacation 2026”, “KSEEB holiday list 2026 PDF”, “Karnataka Dasara vacation 2026”, “Karnataka avakasha talika 2026”, or “Karnataka school winter break 2026” will find the most accurate, complete, and up-to-date details right here.

Important Note: This is the official model holiday & academic calendar. Schools reopen on 29 May 2026 for the 2026-27 session. Moon-sighting festival dates (Eid-ul-Fitr, Bakrid, Muharram, etc.) are tentative and subject to government notification. Minor local adjustments are allowed only with departmental approval. Always check your school notice board or the latest circular on schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in or kseeb.karnataka.gov.in.

Key Highlights – Karnataka School Holidays 2026-27

• Total Gazetted Holidays: 22–25 days (mandatory for all schools)
• Major Vacations: Summer (25 days), Dasara (18–19 days – longest festive break), Diwali Break (short), Winter Break (10 days)
• Total Non-Working Days: Approximately 75–85 days (including Sundays & vacations)
• Academic Session 2026-27: Reopens 29 May 2026; First term ends 02 October 2026
• Special Focus: Extended Dasara holiday (18 days) and emphasis on Karnataka-specific festivals like Ugadi, Basava Jayanti, Ganesh Chaturthi, Ayudha Pooja, Vijayadashami, Kannada Rajyotsava, and Kanakadasa Jayanti
• Applicability: All schools under Karnataka Department of School Education
  
  

Karnataka School Major Vacation Schedule 2026-27

Pro Tip: The 18–19 day Dasara vacation (October 2026) is one of the longest festive breaks in Karnataka schools — perfect for family travel, shopping, and celebrations.

Karnataka School Holiday List 2026

*Dates tentative and subject to moon sighting. Additional restricted/optional holidays (New Year, Holi, Janmashtami, Varamahalakshmi Vrata, etc.) may be observed by schools.

Month-wise Quick View – Karnataka School Holidays 2026

• January–April 2026: Makara Sankranti, Republic Day, Ugadi, Eid-ul-Fitr, Mahaveera Jayanti, Good Friday, Ambedkar Jayanti, Basava Jayanti
• May–August 2026: Summer Vacation (major break) + May Day, Bakrid, Muharram, Independence Day, Eid-e-Milad, Ganesh Chaturthi
• September–December 2026: Gandhi Jayanti + long Dasara break + Deepavali + Kanakadasa Jayanti + Christmas + Winter Break (heaviest festive season)
  
  

Karnataka Government vs Private / CBSE / ICSE Schools

• Government & Aided Schools: Strictly follow the official Department calendar with exact vacation dates.
• Private Unaided & CBSE/ICSE Schools: Follow state gazetted holidays + own academic calendar. Summer and festive breaks are usually aligned but may vary by 2–3 days.
• KSEEB-affiliated schools: Fully aligned with the above model.
  
  

Why This Holiday List Matters for Parents & Students in Karnataka

• Plan summer coaching, family trips, or competitive exam preparation during the 25-day summer break.
• Book travel and shopping early for the extended Dasara–Diwali festive window (October–November 2026) — peak celebration season.
• Maintain minimum attendance requirements by planning around compulsory gazetted holidays only.
  
  

Official Sources to Download Karnataka School Holiday List 2026 PDF

• Department of School Education & Literacy: schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in → Circulars / Academic Calendar
• KSEEB Official Website: kseeb.karnataka.gov.in → Notifications
• Karnataka Government Portal: karnataka.gov.in
  
  

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FAQ – Karnataka School Holiday List 2026

Q1. When is Summer Vacation in Karnataka schools 2026? A: From 04 May 2026 to 28 May 2026 (25 days), with schools reopening on 29 May 2026 for the 2026-27 session.

Q2. How long is Dasara vacation in Karnataka schools 2026? A: 19 days (03 October to 21 October 2026) — one of the longest festive breaks of the year.

Q3. Is the holiday list the same for government and private schools? A: Largely uniform for gazetted holidays and major vacations. Private/CBSE schools may add 1–2 restricted holidays.

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 Karnataka school holiday list 2026? A: Official Department of School Education website, school notice board, or trusted education portals.