Schools in AP and Telangana to Close for 3-Day Diwali Holidays

After a prolonged Dussehra break, educational institutions in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are likely to get consecutive holidays for 3 days this week. As Diwali nears, students are excited and yearning for an academic break to celebrate the occasion with their loved ones. This year, schools and colleges in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are expected to remain closed on October 20, 2025, for Diwali. In addition, some institutions and companies may grant a day off on October 18 (Saturday) for Dhana Trayodashi. With October 19 being Sunday, students and employees can enjoy a three-day festive break.Notably, Telangana students can get an additional holiday on October 21, 2025, after Diwali. However, an official confirmation is yet to arrive.Don’t Miss | School Holidays 2025 Live UpdatesDiwali is celebrated in the Hindu tradition to rejoice in Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya from a 14-year exile after defeating the evil Lord Ravana and rescuing the Goddess Sita. It symbolises the spiritual victory of Dharma over Adharma.AP School Holiday List 2025Refer to the table below to check the upcoming school holidays in the state:Festival / OccasionDatesDurationDiwali (Deepavali)20-Oct-251 DayChristmas HolidaysDecember 23 – 27, 2025 (approx.)5 DaysSankranti HolidaysJanuary 10 – 18, 2026 (approx.)9 DaysSummer VacationApril 24 – June 11, 2026 (expected)~50 DaysTelangana School Holiday List 2025Refer to the table below to check the upcoming school holidays in the state:Festival / OccasionDatesDurationDiwali (Deepavali)October 20 – 21, 20252 DaysChristmas HolidaysDecember 23 – 27, 20255 DaysSankranti HolidaysJanuary 11 – 15, 20265 DaysSummer VacationApril 24 – June 11, 2026 (expected)~50 DaysKeep checking this page for latest updates on AP, Telangana School Holidays!Also Read | Top 7 Careers Indian Parents Still Don’t Understand