Bihar Schools Announce 2026 Holiday Calendar: 75 Days Off, But Teachers May Work!

• Bihar government schools release 2026 holiday calendar with 75 days off (including Sundays) and 65 days (excluding Sundays).
• Longest break is 10 days for Diwali, Chitragupt Puja, and Chhath Mahaparv; Durga Puja gets 5 days, Holi 2 days.
• Summer vacation from June 1-20 (20 days) and winter vacation from Dec 25-31 (7 days) are included.
• Teachers may need to attend school on 3-4 holidays for special events; students will receive homework during breaks.
• Calendar applies to all government, aided, Sanskrit, Urdu, and Madrasa schools; Muslim festival dates are moon-dependent.

Why It Matters: Bihar's 2026 school holiday calendar balances 75 days off with teacher duties and study continuity.