Telangana School Holiday List 2026 (Updated)
The Telangana School Holiday List 2026 (అవకాశ తాలిక 2026) has been officially notified by the Department of School Education, Telangana and the Board of Secondary Education Telangana (BSE Telangana) for the academic session 2026-27. This applies to all government, government-aided, KGBV, model schools, residential schools, and recognised private schools from Primary to Higher Secondary levels across the state.
Parents, students, and teachers searching for “Telangana school holiday list 2026”, “Telangana summer vacation 2026”, “TS school avkash talika 2026”, “Telangana Bathukamma vacation 2026”, “BSE Telangana holiday list 2026 PDF”, or “Telangana school Diwali break 2026” will find the most accurate, complete, and up-to-date details here.
Important Note: This is the official model holiday & academic calendar. Festival dates dependent on moon sighting (Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha, 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 education.telangana.gov.in or scert.telangana.gov.in.
Key Highlights – Telangana School Holidays 2026-27
- Total Gazetted + Festival Holidays: 28–32 days (including state-specific festivals like Bathukamma, Bonalu, and Telangana Formation Day)
- Major Vacations: Summer (48 days – longest), Dussehra/Autumn Break (7–8 days), Diwali/Bathukamma Break (8–10 days), Winter Break (7–10 days)
- Total Non-Working Days: Approximately 80–90 days (including Sundays & vacations)
- Academic Session: April 2026 – March 2027
- Special Focus: Extended summer break to beat extreme heat; heavy festive cluster in October–November (Bathukamma + Dussehra + Diwali)
- Applicability: All schools under Telangana School Education Department (Classes 1 to XII)
1. Telangana School Major Vacation Schedule 2026-27
| Sl. No. | Vacation Period | Start Date | End Date | Duration | Reopening Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Summer Vacation | 24 April 2026 | 11 June 2026 | 48 days | 12 June 2026 |
| 2 | Dussehra / Autumn Break | 18 October 2026 | 25 October 2026 | 8 days | 26 October 2026 |
| 3 | Diwali + Bathukamma Break | 06 November 2026 | 15 November 2026 | 10 days | 16 November 2026 |
| 4 | Winter / Christmas Break | 25 December 2026 | 03 January 2027 | 10 days | 04 January 2027 |
Pro Tip: The Summer Vacation (48 days) is one of the longest in India, while the October–November cluster (Bathukamma + Dussehra + Diwali) creates a continuous 15+ day festive break — perfect for family celebrations and travel.
2. Telangana School Holiday List 2026
| Sl. No. | Holiday Name | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Year’s Day | 01 January 2026 | Thursday |
| 2 | Bhogi | 14 January 2026 | Wednesday |
| 3 | Sankranti / Pongal | 15 January 2026 | Thursday |
| 4 | Kanuma (Extended Sankranti Break) | 16 January 2026 | Friday |
| 5 | Republic Day | 26 January 2026 | Monday |
| 6 | Maha Shivratri | 15 February 2026 | Sunday |
| 7 | Holi | 03 March 2026 | Tuesday |
| 8 | Ugadi | 19 March 2026 | Thursday |
| 9 | Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan) | 21 March 2026 | Saturday |
| 10 | Sri Rama Navami | 27 March 2026 | Friday |
| 11 | Good Friday | 03 April 2026 | Friday |
| 12 | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti | 14 April 2026 | Tuesday |
| 13 | May Day | 01 May 2026 | Friday |
| 14 | Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid) | 27 May 2026 | Wednesday |
| 15 | Telangana Formation Day | 02 June 2026 | Tuesday |
| 16 | Muharram | 26 June 2026 | Friday |
| 17 | Bonalu | 10 August 2026 | Monday |
| 18 | Independence Day | 15 August 2026 | Saturday |
| 19 | Janmashtami | 04 September 2026 | Friday |
| 20 | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | 02 October 2026 | Friday |
| 21 | Bathukamma (included in break) | 18 October 2026 | Sunday |
| 22 | Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami) | 20 October 2026 | Tuesday |
| 23 | Diwali / Deepavali | 08 November 2026 | Sunday |
| 24 | Guru Nanak Jayanti / Kartika Purnima | 24 November 2026 | Tuesday |
| 25 | Christmas Day | 25 December 2026 | Friday |
*Dates of moon-sighting festivals are tentative. Additional optional/restricted holidays may apply locally.
3. Month-wise Quick View – Telangana School Holidays 2026
- January–April 2026: Sankranti cluster (extended break), Republic Day, Holi, Ugadi, Eid-ul-Fitr, Rama Navami, Good Friday, Ambedkar Jayanti
- May–August 2026: Summer Vacation (48 days – major break) + Bakrid, Telangana Formation Day, Muharram, Bonalu, Independence Day
- September–December 2026: Janmashtami, Gandhi Jayanti, Bathukamma + Dussehra + Diwali cluster (heaviest festive season) + Guru Nanak Jayanti + Christmas + Winter Break
Telangana Primary vs Secondary / BSE Telangana Schools
- Elementary / Primary Schools: Strictly follow the School Education Department calendar with full summer and festive breaks.
- Secondary & Higher Secondary (BSE Telangana / TSBIE): Aligned with the above but may have minor adjustments around SSC/Intermediate exam preparation.
- Private schools usually adopt the state model with very little deviation.
Why This Holiday List Matters for Parents & Students in Telangana
- Plan summer coaching, family trips, or competitive exam preparation during the long 48-day summer break.
- Book travel and shopping early for the Bathukamma–Dussehra–Diwali festive window (October–November 2026) — peak celebration season.
- Maintain minimum attendance requirements by planning around compulsory gazetted holidays only.
Official Sources to Download Telangana School Holiday List 2026 PDF
- Department of School Education: education.telangana.gov.in → Circulars / Academic Calendar
- SCERT Telangana: scert.telangana.gov.in
- BSE Telangana: bse.telangana.gov.in → Notifications
Bookmark this page — it is updated as per the latest official releases and is the most comprehensive resource for Telangana school holidays 2026.
FAQ - Telangana School Holiday List 2026
Q1. When is Summer Vacation in Telangana schools 2026? A: From 24 April 2026 to 11 June 2026 (48 days), with schools reopening on 12 June 2026.
Q2. How long is Diwali + Bathukamma vacation in Telangana schools 2026? A: Approximately 10 days (06–15 November 2026) — one of the longest festive breaks of the year.
Q3. Is the holiday list the same for primary and secondary schools? A: Yes, largely uniform across all government, aided, and recognised private schools in Telangana.
Q4. Can schools change the holiday dates? A: Only minor changes with prior departmental approval. Moon-sighting festivals may be revised through official notification.
Q5. Where to check the latest updates for Telangana school holiday list 2026? A: Official websites (education.telangana.gov.in or scert.telangana.gov.in), school notice board, or trusted education portals.

