The Punjab School Education Department, under Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat, has officially issued the Ramadan School Timings 2026 Notification. This directive is mandatory for all public and private educational institutions across the province, ensuring that students and staff can observe their religious obligations comfortably during the holy month. Ramadan 2026 school timings announced for all public and private schools and collages in Punjab.
Punjab Announces Ramadan School Timings 2026 Notification
Punjab schools will follow Ramadan Timings 2026: single-shift 8:30 AM–1:00 PM (Mon–Thu), 8:30 AM–12:30 PM (Fri); double-shift timings set locally, effective from 1st Ramadan to ease fasting students and staff.
Ramzan School Timings 2026 in Punjab
| Schools | Days | Timings |
|---|---|---|
| Single Shift | Monday to Thursday | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM | |
| Double Shift / Afternoon | Monday to Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Morning Shift) 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Evening Shift) |
| Friday | 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM |
Note: Double-shift school timings may vary slightly depending on local administrative guidelines.
Purpose of Ramadan Timings in Punjab
The shortened school hours are designed to:
- Reduce physical strain on fasting students and staff.
- Maintain steady academic progress without overburdening learners.
- Ensure that school activities are compatible with religious observances.
Applicability
- Mandatory for all government and private schools across urban and rural Punjab.
- Teachers should optimize lesson plans to fit within the shorter 35-minute periods commonly adopted during Ramadan.
Notification Ramadan School Timings
Current Status School Timings Punjab
As of Monday, February 16, 2026, schools are following standard winter timings (8:45 AM or 10:00 AM depending on local fog protocols). Ramadan timings will officially begin on the 1st of Ramadan, immediately after the moon sighting, expected on February 18 or 19.
Recommendations For School Administration
- Prepare concise lesson plans suitable for shortened hours.
- Limit extracurricular activities during fasting hours.
- Communicate new timings clearly to parents, students, and staff.
New School Timings in Ramzan 2026
This initiative reflects the Punjab government’s commitment to balancing academic continuity with religious observance, allowing students and staff to perform their duties effectively during Ramadan.
FAQs – Ramzan School Timings 2026
- When will Ramadan school timings start?
Timings begin from the 1st of Ramadan, immediately after the moon sighting. - Are these timings mandatory?
Yes, for all public and private schools in Punjab. - What are the timings for single-shift schools?
Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM - What about double-shift schools?
Morning Shift: Monday to Thursday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM, Friday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Evening Shift: Monday to Thursday 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM, Friday 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM - Why are timings adjusted?
To reduce strain on fasting students and staff while maintaining curriculum progress. - Do teachers need to adjust lesson plans?
Yes, lesson periods may be shortened to fit the Ramadan schedule.