Punjab School Education Department (SED) has officially announced new schedules during the sacred month of Ramadan 2026. In the notification of February 16, 2026, all the schools (public and private) in the province will follow an adapted schedule to allow students and the staff members to accommodate fasting.
Revised Schedule for Single Shift Schools
In the case of schools which have a single-shift system, the new schedules will see that the school ends by early afternoon.
| Days | Opening Time | Closing Time |
| Monday to Thursday | 08:30 AM | 01:00 PM |
| Friday | 08:30 AM | 12:30 PM |
Revised Schedule for Double Shift Schools
The schools which work in the morning and evening shift will have a different schedule to suit both sessions.
| Shift | Days | Timings |
| Morning Shift | Mon – Thu | 08:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Evening Shift | Mon – Thu | 01:00 PM – 04:00 PM |
| Evening Shift | Friday Only | 02:30 PM – 05:00 PM |
Special Timing Rule for Girls’ Schools
The message puts into focus a certain modification to the schools of girls to make it safe and convenient.
15-Minute Rule: The schools of girls will be opened and closed 15 minutes earlier than the usual school hours of boys described above.
Sample (Single Shift): Girls schools will most probably work between 08:15 AM and 12:45 PM.
Faqs
What are the school timings of Ramadan 2026 in Punjab?
The single-shift schools will start at 8:30 AM and end at 1:00 PM (Mon-Thu). They will be closed on Fridays, at 12:30 PM.
Do the Ramadan schedules vary in the school of girls?
Yes, the girls school will begin and close 15 minutes before the schedule that is given.
When do the schools with the double shifts start on Friday?
The Evening Shift will work on Fridays between 2:30 PM and 5: 00 PM.
