School holiday tomorrow, October 20: Will schools remain closed for Dussehra 2026? Check state-wise updates

Students and parents are checking whether schools will remain closed tomorrow, October 20, 2026, for Dussehra and Vijayadashami, as holiday schedules vary across states. While most parts of India will observe Dussehra on Tuesday, October 20, West Bengal will celebrate Durga Puja’s Bijoya Dashami on October 21. Schools in several states are also observing extended autumn or festival breaks, meaning reopening dates may differ.

Dussehra school holiday 2026: October 20 or 21?

Dussehra and Vijayadashami fall on October 20 in most parts of India. The Central Government’s holiday calendar also lists Dussehra as a gazetted holiday on this date.

However, the school holiday schedule may vary depending on the state, school board and institution. While some schools will observe a holiday on October 20, others may already be closed for an extended autumn or Durga Puja break.


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Delhi and Uttar Pradesh: Will schools be closed tomorrow?

Schools in Delhi-NCR are expected to remain closed on October 20 for Dussehra. Some institutions may also have holidays around the festival as part of their autumn break.

In Uttar Pradesh, several school calendars include an extended autumn break. However, the dates may vary between institutions. Students and parents should check their respective school’s holiday notice to confirm whether classes will be suspended tomorrow.

Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka school holidays

Students in several southern states are set to receive extended holidays for Dasara and Dussehra. The reported schedules are as follows:

• Telangana: Schools are scheduled to remain closed from October 10 to 22, with classes expected to resume on October 23.
• Andhra Pradesh: The Dasara break is scheduled to continue until October 21, with schools expected to reopen on October 22.
• Karnataka: Several school calendars list holidays from October 10 to 21, with classes expected to resume on October 22.

Students should verify these dates with their schools, as reopening schedules may differ across institutions.

West Bengal schools: Holiday on October 21

West Bengal follows a different schedule for Durga Puja. Bijoya Dashami falls on October 21 this year, and schools are observing an extended Puja break.

Reported holiday schedules indicate that the break may continue until October 26. However, parents should confirm the exact dates with their children’s schools before making plans.

When will schools reopen after Dussehra?

School reopening dates will depend on the state and the institution’s academic calendar. Some schools may resume classes immediately after the Dussehra holiday, while others may remain closed for a longer autumn or Durga Puja break.

Parents and students should check the latest circular issued by their school or state education department before making travel plans. Private schools and CBSE- or ICSE-affiliated institutions may follow different schedules, even within the same state