School Holidays in September 2025: Check Full List of Dates When Schools Will Be Closed

September 2025 School Holidays: The month of September 2025 will bring several school holidays across India, with important festivals and regional occasions leading to closures in different states. Parents and students should note that the exact schedule may differ from state to state, and it is always best to confirm with individual schools or local authorities.

School Holidays in September 2025

Schools in India will remain closed on various dates in September due to religious and cultural observances. Below is the list of key holidays:

September 5 (Friday): Milad-Un-Nabi will be observed across India. As this day also coincides with Teachers’ Day, schools in many states are likely to remain closed.

September 17 (Wednesday): Onam will be celebrated in Kerala and nearby regions. The same day, Vishwakarma Puja will be observed in parts of North and East India, leading to school closures in those areas.

September 22 (Monday): The start of Durga Puja and Navratri will be marked with holidays in states such as West Bengal, Assam, and Odisha. Mahalaya will also be observed around this time.

September 29 (Monday) and September 30 (Tuesday): Durga Puja Saptami and Mahashtami will be celebrated in many states, especially in eastern and north-eastern India. Delhi schools are also expected to remain closed on these days for Dussehra-related observances.

The holiday calendar is not uniform across the country. States and cities may follow their own traditions, and schools may issue individual holiday schedules. Local conditions such as weather or administrative announcements may also affect school holidays.

Parents are advised to check directly with schools or refer to official notifications released by state education departments for accurate information.