Delhi education department releases 2025-26 school calendar: Check key dates for vacations, holidays and admissions

The Delhi Directorate of Education (DoE) has released the official school calendar for the 2025-26 academic year, outlining key dates for admissions and holidays. The new school year officially started on April 1, 2025, for all government and government-aided schools in Delhi.

Delhi School Holiday: Key Dates for Holidays and Breaks

The calendar also specifies the dates for upcoming school breaks. Summer vacation will begin on May 11 and end on June 30, with teachers required to report back to schools by June 28. The autumn break will take place from September 29 to October 1, while the winter vacation will occur from January 1 to January 15.

Admissions Schedule for 2025-26

The circular highlights the schedule for school admissions. Planned admissions for classes VI to IX will be held from April 1 to June 30. Non-planned admissions will occur in three cycles, with corresponding registration periods for each cycle.


Additionally, admissions under the Right to Education (RTE) Act for classes VI to VIII will be available throughout the year at the school level.