Schools across Punjab are set to reopen on August 24, 2026, with the provincial government confirming that there is currently no plan to extend the summer holidays.
The clarification comes after reports began circulating on social media suggesting that the school break could be extended. The School Education Department has rejected those reports.
No Extension Announced for Summer Holidays
School Education Secretary Mudassar Riaz said the department has not approved any extension to the existing vacation schedule.
According to the clarification, schools will follow the previously announced calendar and resume educational activities on August 24.
This means students and parents should continue preparing for the reopening rather than waiting for a possible change in the schedule.
Punjab School Reopening Date
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Province | Punjab |
| School Reopening Date | August 24, 2026 |
| Summer Vacation Extension | No |
| Department | School Education Department |
| Status | Reopening as scheduled |
Parents Advised to Ignore Unverified Reports
The department also reminds parents and students to carefully review and use social media.
Families have been confused by messages this week regarding a potential extension to the summer vacation, but the department stated that there’s been no decision made.
Parents should therefore depend on official notifications to be sent by the Punjab School Education Department or information which can be obtained directly from their children’s schools.
Classes Expected to Resume Normally
With the current schedule unchanged, educational activities across Punjab are expected to resume from August 24.
Students can use the remaining holiday period to prepare for the new academic session, organise their school supplies and check any instructions issued by their respective schools.