The 2026-27 academic year is about to begin, and it brings good news for students: the April 2026 calendar is packed with holidays. This month includes major festivals like Good Friday, Ambedkar Jayanti,
and Baisakhi, which are declared holidays for schools and colleges in various states. In Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Rajasthan, several festivals also line up with long weekends.
April begins with bank holidays and festivals. The exact number of holidays may differ depending on local festivals in each state, but national and government holidays will be observed across the country. Parents should check their children’s school diaries or official school notifications to confirm specific dates. Below is an overview of when schools will be closed and what holidays fall in April 2026.
When Will Schools Be Closed In April 2026?
The April holidays start in the first week. Here are the main holidays:
April 1 (Wednesday): Annual closing of commercial banks (this may also impact schools in some states).
April 3 (Friday): Good Friday – Almost all schools will remain closed as it is a gazetted holiday.
April 5 (Sunday): Easter Sunday – Public holiday.
April 14 (Tuesday): Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti – A nationwide public holiday. Festivals such as Baisakhi and Vishu are also celebrated on this day.
April 15 (Wednesday): Bohag Bihu / Himachal Day (holiday in certain states).
April 17 (Friday): Chandrashekhar Jayanti (regional holiday).
Summer Vacations To Begin Soon
By the end of April, temperatures start to rise in many parts of the country. Several states either change school timings or begin summer vacations as early as the last week of April. However, the main summer vacation, usually lasting 30 to 45 days, is expected to start in mid-May 2026.
Students and parents must note that CBSE, ICSE, and state education boards each issue their own holiday lists, and private schools often adjust these to suit their schedules. Across India, schools typically close for summer vacation in May and June 2026 to beat the intense heat. The timing differs across states and boards, with some starting the break in early May and reopening in June or early July, influenced by regional weather patterns.
