Diwali School Holidays 2025: Check Delhi-NCR And State-Wise Closure Dates

Schools in Delhi-NCR will observe their Diwali holidays from October 19 to October 23, 2025, with many leading and private institutions expected to extend the break to include Chhath Puja, reopening after October 28. Diwali falls on October 20 (Monday) this year, and the primary festive school break from October 18 to 23 will cover Dhanteras, Chhoti Diwali, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.

In Delhi, schools will remain closed on October 20 (Diwali) and October 22 (Govardhan Puja), while several schools are likely to observe a longer break from October 19 to 23. In Noida, the Diwali vacation will run from October 20 to 23, and in Gurugram, schools will close from October 19 to 23.

Across other states, Uttar Pradesh will have holidays from October 20 to 23, with an additional day off on Sunday, October 19, marking a five-day break. Haryana will observe holidays from October 19 to 23, aligning closely with Delhi-NCR's schedule. Rajasthan will have one of the longest Diwali breaks, extending from October 13 to 24, while Bihar will begin its school holidays from October 18, continuing through Chhath Puja. In Maharashtra, the Diwali vacation will typically run between October 20 and 23, though dates may vary by school, and parents are advised to check local notifications. Karnataka will see an extended closure from October 8 to 18, combining school surveys and festival holidays. In West Bengal, Kali Puja holidays generally coincide with Diwali, but the duration is shorter and varies depending on the educational board.

The exact duration of school holidays may vary for private and unaided institutions, making it important for parents and students to refer to official school circulars and state education department announcements. While North Indian states largely align the break with the main Diwali days, Southern and Eastern states may observe slightly shorter or staggered closures due to other major local festivals.

This festive break provides an opportunity for students and teachers to celebrate Diwali, Kali Puja, and related festivals with their families, while also allowing time for travel and regional festivities across India.