LAHORE: The Punjab Education Department has officially issued a notification detailing the revised winter school timings for all public-sector educational institutions across the province. The new schedule will remain in effect starting October 16, 2026, through March 31, 2027.
Single-Shift Schools Schedule
According to the notification, single-shift schools will operate under the following timings:
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Monday to Thursday: Schools will open at 8:45 AM, with classes concluding at 1:30 PM.
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Friday: To accommodate Friday prayers, schools will open at 8:45 AM, and the school day will wrap up early at 12:30 PM.
Revised Winter School Timings for Double-Shift Schools
For institutions operating on a double-shift system, distinct operational hours have been established for morning and evening batches:
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Morning Shift (Monday to Thursday): Operates from 8:45 AM to 12:30 PM.
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Evening Shift (Monday to Thursday): Commences at 1:30 PM and runs until 4:30 PM.
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Friday Evening Shift: On Fridays, the evening shift will start at 2:00 PM and continue until 4:30 PM.
Implementation and Directives
The revised seasonal schedule takes effect immediately on October 16, 2026, and will be observed consistently until March 31, 2027.
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All school administrations, teachers, students, and parents have been advised to plan their academic routines, transport, and daily schedules in accordance with the new timings.
