Delhi schools summer vacation 2025: Check full list of holidays here

Delhi's Directorate of Education reveals the 2025-26 academic calendar. Summer break for government and aided schools starts May 11, ending June 30, 2025. The 51-day holiday offers students and teachers a break. Teachers will report on June 28 and 30 for preparations. Students can use the time for travel, hobbies, or revision. Schools will prepare for the new term.
Delhi schools summer vacation 2025: Check full list of holidays here
The Directorate of Education (DoE), Delhi, has released the official academic calendar for the 2025–26 session, confirming the dates for summer vacation in all government and government-aided schools in the national capital. According to the calendar, summer holidays will begin on May 11 and end on June 30, 2025.
This annual break, coinciding with Delhi’s peak summer season, allows students and staff a much-needed pause from academic activities and offers time for relaxation, travel, and personal growth.

Summer vacation 2025: Key highlights

Details about the summer vacations in Delhi schools can be checked as given here:
  • Vacation duration: May 11 to June 30, 2025
  • Applicable to: All Delhi government and government-aided schools
  • Total days: 51 days
  • Working days for Teachers: June 28, 2025 (Saturday), June 30, 2025 (Monday)
    (Teachers are expected to report for pre-opening preparations on these days)

Summer vacation 2025: Schedule at a glance

The table given here highlights the key dates for summer vacation in Delhi schools according to the updated academic calendar issued by the DoE:
Event

Date range

Detail

Start of Summer Vacation

May 11, 2025

Last working day before break: May 10

End of Summer Vacation

June 30, 2025

Schools reopen on July 1

Teacher Working Days

June 28 & 30, 2025

Pre-session planning and preparations


The academic calendar issued by DoE can be read .
As summer vacation approaches, families and students may find it helpful to consider how best to use this extended break. For parents, it can be an ideal time for family trips or meaningful activities, while students might explore summer camps that combine learning with recreation.
Those in Classes 10 and 12, in particular, may want to dedicate some time to revision or self-study, ensuring they return to school feeling prepared. Beyond academics, the break also offers a chance for students to discover new interests—whether through reading, hobbies, or online courses.
Schools will also be preparing for the new term, with teachers using the final days of vacation for classroom setup and planning. The Directorate of Education (DoE) has shared the academic calendar well in advance, allowing everyone to coordinate schedules smoothly.
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