HolidayNotable
Winter BreakDU
शीतकालीन अवकाश
Details
- Country
India- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Holiday
- Gazetted
- No — not an official day off
- Month
- December 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
- Date may vary
- ±2 days (Subject to official confirmation)
Avoid booking non-refundable travel on these exact dates. Check closer to the date for confirmation.
Date may be approximate
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Winter Break in India?
- Winter Break is a school holiday in India. Classes are suspended, though administrative offices may remain open.
- When is Winter Break 2026?
- Winter Break 2026 falls on December 22, 2026 – January 5, 2027.
- How should I prepare for Winter Break?
- Plan activities and childcare arrangements during Winter Break in India. Check if school offices remain open for administrative matters.
- What is Winter Break called locally in India?
- Winter Break is locally known as "शीतकालीन अवकाश" in India.
Source: University of DelhiManual
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| Country | Date | Day | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| India(current) | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 5 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 2 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 5 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 2 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 4 | Mon | — |
 United Arab Emirates | Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1 | Mon | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 2 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 2 | Tue | — |
| India | Dec 22, 2026 – Jan 4 | Tue | — |