The school year in Islamabad starts in August and ends in May. The start of school year may differ from one school to another. School holidays in Islamabad include dates for spring, summer, and winter break; along with exact term start and end dates for schools in Pakistan.
During public holidays in Islamabad, schools and other educational institutions are closed. For more updated information, please visit individual school websites.
| Dates | School Holidays |
|---|---|
| Aug 10 – 11 | Orientation of new teachers |
| Aug 13 – 18 | Teachers start work |
| Aug 20 – 24 | Eid Al Adha Holidays |
| Aug 27 – 29 | Start of Academic Year (Term 1) |
| Nov 7 – 15 | End-of-Term 1 Exams |
| Nov 19 | Term 2 Start |
| Dec 17- Jan 1 | Winter Break |
| Jan 2 | Classes Resume |
| Feb 21 – 28 | End-of-Term 2 Exams |
| Mar 4 | Term 3 Start |
| Apr 1 – Apr 5 | Spring Break |
| Apr 8 | Classes Resume |
| May 24 – 31 | End-of-Term 3 Exams |
Bank Holiday
January 1 is a bank holiday in Islamabad. Banks are closed during this day.
Kashmir Day
Celebrated every February 5, Kashmir Day commemorates unity in Pakistan.
Holi
Holi, known as the festival of colours is celebrated across Pakistan by members of the Hindu community.
Pakistan Day
This day commemorates the Lahore Resolution passed on March 23, 1940.
Death Anniversary of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
A former Prime Minister and Pakistani politician, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto is remembered during this day.
Labor Day
Labor Day is celebrated in Pakistan with rallies, marches, processions, labor/worker union session.
Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday
This is the day of breaking the fast or the end of Ramadan in Islamabad. This holiday usually lasts for 3 – 5 days.
Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in Pakistan which celebrates Pakistan independence from the British.
Eid ul-Azha Holiday
Also known as the Feast of the Sacrifice, Eid ul Azha commemorates Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son to Allah. This holiday lasts for 5 days in Pakistan.
Ashoora
Ashoora is the tenth day of Muharram in the Islamic calendar.
Eid Milad-un-Nabi
Also known as the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, Eid Milad-un-Nabi is another public holiday in Pakistan
Guru Nanak Birthday
Guru Nanak is the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus.
Birthday of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
He is considered as the founder of Pakistan. Muhammad Ali Jinnah was also a lawyer and a politician.
Christmas Day
Christmas is celebrated in Pakistan by Christians and commemorates the birth of Jesus.
Anniversary of Benazir Bhutto’s Death
Benazir Bhutto was assassinated after a political rally in December 2007. This holiday commemorates her death.
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