As temperatures begin to drop across Pakistan, another province has officially announced its winter vacation schedule for 2025. The Education Departments of Balochistan and Punjab have now released detailed timelines for school closures to protect students from harsh winter conditions.
Here is the complete province-wise schedule along with exam updates and reopening dates.
Balochistan Winter Vacations 2025 – Schools in Cold Regions to Close for 2.5 Months
Schools located in the colder districts of Balochistan will observe an extended winter break starting:
Winter Vacation Dates (Balochistan Cold Areas)
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Start Date: 16 December 2025
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End Date: Late February 2026 (Total: 2.5 months)
These long winter holidays are part of the province’s annual routine to safeguard students from harsh weather, especially in regions where temperatures often drop below freezing.
Exam Schedule Before Vacations in Balochistan
The Education Department has already begun pre-vacation academic activities:
Classes 1 to 7 Annual Exams
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Started: 16 November 2025
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Ending: 24 November 2025
Class 8 Examinations (Balochistan Board)
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Start Date: 24 November 2025
Schools have been instructed to ensure exam completion before the official winter break begins.
Punjab Winter Vacations 2025 – Dates Announced for All Public & Private Schools
Punjab has also issued its winter vacation notification for all educational institutions.
Winter Vacation Dates (Punjab)
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Start Date: 23 December 2025
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End Date: 11 January 2026
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Reopening: 12 January 2026
All government and private schools will follow this official schedule.
Instructions to Schools from Education Departments
Both provinces have directed school administrators to:
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Complete all annual exams on time
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Finalize pre-vacation academic activities
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Ensure smooth transition to winter holidays
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Maintain communication with parents regarding reopening dates
The announcements aim to avoid disruption in the academic calendar while ensuring student safety during extreme weather.
Why Winter Vacations Are Longer in Some Areas?
Regions such as Quetta, Chaman, Ziarat, Pishin, and Kalat experience intense cold waves and snowfall. Due to this, Balochistan divides its school calendar into:
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Cold regions (long vacations)
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Warm regions (shorter vacations)
Punjab, on the other hand, faces moderate winter conditions and therefore observes a shorter break.
Conclusion
The winter vacation schedule for Balochistan and Punjab has now been officially announced. With long holidays in colder districts and a shorter break in Punjab, students and parents can plan accordingly. Schools are expected to complete exams and academic tasks before the holidays begin.
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