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Education
Punjab Sets New School Timings Effective Oct 1
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🗓 30 Sep 2026, 07:32 PM
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Punjab state has announced revised start and end times for all schools, effective from 1 October. The changes aim to improve academic schedules across the state.
Punjab’s Education Department released a notification on Tuesday stating that all schools in the state will operate under new timings from 1 October 2024. The revised schedule is intended to create a more balanced day for students and teachers, allowing for extended study periods and better utilization of school facilities.
The notification does not detail the exact start and end times but confirms that the changes will be uniformly applied across government, private, and aided institutions. Parents and teachers have been advised to check the official website and local school notices for specific timings.
Officials say the new timings will help reduce congestion in transport and give students more time for extracurricular activities. The change comes as part of a broader effort to enhance the quality of education in Punjab.
The Education Department has urged all schools to update their timetables and inform students and parents well in advance to ensure a smooth transition.
The notification does not detail the exact start and end times but confirms that the changes will be uniformly applied across government, private, and aided institutions. Parents and teachers have been advised to check the official website and local school notices for specific timings.
Officials say the new timings will help reduce congestion in transport and give students more time for extracurricular activities. The change comes as part of a broader effort to enhance the quality of education in Punjab.
The Education Department has urged all schools to update their timetables and inform students and parents well in advance to ensure a smooth transition.