Holi 2026 Holidays: Schools to Remain Closed in Several States on March 3 & 4; Check State-Wise List

Holi 2026 School Holiday Update: Holi 2026 will be celebrated on March 4 (Dhulandi), while Holika Dahan will take place on March 3. As the festival approaches, several states across India have announced school holidays for Holi 2026, though closure dates vary depending on regional traditions and government notifications.

Most states are likely to observe 1-2 days of school closure for Holi, while some states have declared extended breaks.

Holi 2026: When Is School Closed?

Holi celebrations differ slightly across India. While North India celebrates Dhulandi on March 4, many southern states observe Holi festivities on March 3 itself.

Parents and students are advised to check official circulars from their district education departments or school management apps for confirmation.

State-Wise School Holiday List for Holi 2026

Here is the latest state-wise Holi school holiday list 2026:

Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala

Schools are expected to remain closed on March 3 (Holi and Dhulandi). In cities like Hyderabad, most government and private schools will observe a one-day holiday.

Uttar Pradesh

Government schools in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed from March 2 to March 4, creating a four-day break in some districts.

Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, Jharkhand

Schools in these states are likely to remain shut on March 3 and March 4 for Holika Dahan and Dhulandi celebrations.

Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh

Schools will observe holidays on March 2 and March 3, depending on district-level announcements.

Assam

Schools will remain closed on March 3 for Dol Jatra/Daul Utsav, the regional Holi celebration. Private schools may extend holidays based on local celebrations, so students should verify through official school notifications.

Bank Holidays for Holi 2026

According to the RBI holiday calendar for March 2026, banks will remain closed on March 3 in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and several other states.

In Hyderabad, banks will be shut on March 3, aligning with school holidays. However, there is no uniform nationwide bank closure on March 4, as RBI holidays vary state-wise.

Parents & Students Should check official school circulars for Holi holiday confirmation and keep an eye on district education department announcements.