The Balochistan School Education Department has announced short-term summer vacations for all public and private schools located in the province’s Winter Zone.
According to an official notification issued on July 6, 2026, schools in the Winter Zone will remain closed from July 18 to August 2, 2026, while academic activities will resume on Monday, August 3, 2026.
Summer Vacation Schedule
The approved vacation schedule is as follows:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Summer vacations begin | July 18, 2026 |
| Summer vacations end | August 2, 2026 |
| Schools reopen | August 3, 2026 (Monday) |
Reopening Date for Schools
The notification states that academic activities for all public and private schools in both the Summer Zone and Winter Zone will resume on August 3, 2026, ensuring a uniform reopening across the province.
Official Notification Issued
The decision was announced through an official notification issued by the Government of Balochistan School Education Department and signed by Secretary School Education Lal Jan Jaffar.
Education authorities have directed all concerned institutions to observe the announced vacation schedule.
Why Only Winter Zone Schools?
Balochistan follows separate academic calendars for different regions because of its diverse climate.
The province is divided into:
- Winter Zone
- Summer Zone
School holidays are scheduled according to local weather conditions, allowing education authorities to better manage academic activities in areas with varying climates.
The latest notification specifically announces short-term summer vacations for schools in the Winter Zone.
