Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26: The Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26 has been officially released by the Directorate of Secondary Education, Bikaner, marking the academic blueprint for all government, private, residential, special training, and teacher training schools across the state. This calendar serves as a detailed guide covering school working days, holidays, exams, vacation periods, and school timings for the academic session beginning July 1, 2025, and concluding on June 30, 2026.
With 235 working days and 130 holidays, the Shivira Panchang ensures structured learning, timely assessments, and well-defined breaks for both students and teachers. Below, we provide a complete breakdown of Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26.
Academic Session 2025-26: Key Highlights
- Session Duration: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
- Total Working Days: 235
- Total Holidays: 130 (including Sundays and declared holidays)
- Examination Phases: 3 tests + Half-yearly + Final/Board exams
- Result Date: May 16, 2026
The academic year begins with the Pravesh Utsav (Admission Festival), scheduled from July 1 to July 16, 2025, during which new admissions for Classes 1–12 will be accepted. The last date for admission in Classes 9–12 is July 31, 2025.
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Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26 Exam Schedule
Examinations are strategically placed throughout the year to monitor academic progress:
| S. No. | Exam | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | First Test (Pratham Parakh) | 18 – 20 August 2025 |
| 2 | Second Test (Dwitiya Parakh) | 13 – 15 October 2025 |
| 3 | Half-Yearly Examination | 12 – 24 December 2025 |
| 4 | Third Test (Tritiya Parakh) | 5 – 7 February 2026 |
| 5 | Final/Board Exams | 23 April – 8 May 2026 |
| 6 | Result Declaration | 16 May 2026 |
This structured exam cycle ensures regular evaluation of students while maintaining a balanced academic flow.
Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26 Holidays
The Shivira Panchang lists 130 holidays, including 52 Sundays and 91 festival/national holidays. Local district-level events or emergency holidays are not included in this list.
Major Holidays and Vacations 2025-26
- Raksha Bandhan – 9 August 2025
- Independence Day – 15 August 2025
- Janmashtami – 16 August 2025
- Ramdev Jayanti / Teja Dashmi / Khejadli Martyrs Day – 2 September 2025
- Eid-e-Milad (Barawafat) – 5 September 2025
- Navratri & Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti – 22 September 2025
- Durga Ashtami – 30 September 2025
- Dussehra & Gandhi Jayanti – 2 October 2025
- Mid-Term Holidays – 16 to 27 October 2025
- Diwali – 20 October 2025
- Govardhan Puja – 22 October 2025
- Bhai Dooj – 23 October 2025
- Guru Nanak Jayanti – 5 November 2025
- Winter Break – 25 December 2025 to 5 January 2026
- Devnarayan Jayanti – 25 January 2026
- Republic Day – 26 January 2026
- Maha Shivratri – 15 February 2026
- Holi (Holika Dahan) – 2 March 2026
- Dhullandi – 3 March 2026
- Cheti Chand – 20 March 2026
- Eid-ul-Fitr – 21 March 2026
- Ram Navami – 26 March 2026
- Mahavir Jayanti – 31 March 2026
- Good Friday – 3 April 2026
- Ambedkar Jayanti – 14 April 2026
- Parshuram Jayanti – 19 April 2026
- Summer Vacation – 17 May to 30 June 2026
These holidays allow students to enjoy festive celebrations while ensuring adequate rest during the academic year.
Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26: School Timings
The Directorate has set different timings for single-shift and double-shift schools, with variations for summer and winter seasons.
Single Shift Schools
- Summer (1 April – 30 September): 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Period Duration – 35 minutes
- Winter (1 October – 31 March): 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Periods 1–6: 40 minutes, Periods 7–8: 35 minutes
Double Shift Schools
- Summer (1 April – 30 September): 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Two Shifts) | Each period – 35 minutes
- Winter (1 October – 31 March): 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Two Shifts) | Period 1 & 5 – 35 minutes, Rest – 30 minutes
Additional Notes:
- Prayer Assembly: 25 minutes
- Lunch Break: 25 minutes (after 4th period)
This adjustment in timings ensures that students remain comfortable in both hot and cold seasons.
Admission Guidelines for Class 1 (2025-26)
As per the Right to Education Act (RTE) 2009, admission in Class 1 requires:
- Minimum Age: 6 years
- Maximum Age: Less than 7 years
Admissions can continue throughout the year, though the state may release fixed guidelines for specific dates.
Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26 PDF Download
The Shivira Panchang is available for download directly from the official education portal. Schools, teachers, and parents are advised to download and follow the official calendar strictly.
- Release Date: 28 June 2025
- Official Website: education.rajasthan.gov.in
- PDF Download: [Click here to download]
Summary of Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26
- Academic Session: 1 July 2025 – 30 June 2026
- Working Days: 235
- Holidays: 130
- Exams: 3 Periodic Tests + Half-Yearly + Final Exams
- Result Date: 16 May 2026
- Vacations: Mid-term, Winter, Summer
- School Timings: Revised for summer and winter
- Admission Festival: 1–16 July 2025
The Rajasthan Shivira Panchang 2025-26 provides a well-structured academic roadmap, ensuring that learning, teaching, holidays, and examinations are well-balanced. All schools must adhere to these guidelines to maintain uniformity across the state’s education system.