November 2025 School Holidays: Key Dates and Observances

Overview of November 2025 School Holidays

In November 2025, students can expect around 8 to 9 days off from school. This includes five Sundays and significant holidays such as Guru Nanak Jayanti and Guru Teg Bahadur Martyrdom Day. On the other days, schools will operate as usual.

Following a month filled with holidays in October due to celebrations like Dussehra, Diwali, and Karva Chauth, many are curious about the upcoming holidays in November.

November will feature important events including Guru Nanak Jayanti, Children's Day, Kartik Purnima, and Guru Teg Bahadur Martyrdom Day. Although the number of holidays may be slightly less than in October, students can still look forward to about eight days off due to these festivals and Sundays.

Key Holidays in November

The first major holiday is Guru Nanak Jayanti, celebrated on November 5th. This day honors the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, and schools in states like Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and West Bengal are expected to close.

Another significant day is Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day, which falls on November 24th (Monday). This day marks the martyrdom of the ninth Guru of Sikhism. Schools in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh will likely be closed, while many institutions in Southern and Western India may remain open.

Kartik Purnima, a day of religious importance, will also be observed in November. Due to various fairs and religious activities, some schools may declare local holidays on this auspicious day.

Sundays and Additional Breaks

Students will benefit from five Sundays in November (specifically on November 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30), providing a holiday each week. Additionally, some schools may offer half-day breaks on Saturdays or designate the second and fourth Saturdays of the month as holidays, further extending students' time off.