Gujarat School Holidays in February 2026: Complete List of Public & Restricted Holidays

Gujarat Schools Holiday List 2026: Planning ahead for the school calendar in Gujarat for February 2026? Although there are no multiple public holidays during the month, students and parents should take note of important occasions like Maha Shivratri, which falls on a Sunday, as well as restricted holidays such as Shab-e-Barat and the Birthday of Dhani Matang Dev. These occasions, along with weekly offs including Saturdays and exam-related preparatory breaks, may lead to school closures in several parts of the state.

In this article, you will find the complete details of Gujarat school holidays in February 2026, including the list of public and restricted holidays, all weekly offs (including Saturdays), and information on exam-related school closures and preparatory leaves.

Gujarat School Holiday Calendar - February 2026

Note: Many schools follow a weekly off on every Saturday; others observe second and fourth Saturdays as off days. Check with your school’s calendar.

Maha Shivratri 2026: Gazetted Holiday Falling on Sunday

Maha Shivratri will be observed on 15 February 2026 (Sunday) in Gujarat and is listed as a gazetted public holiday by the state government. However, since the festival falls on a Sunday, schools will not get an additional holiday specifically on account of Maha Shivratri. The day may still be marked for religious and cultural observances, but regular school closures will apply only as per the usual Sunday weekly off schedule.

Restricted Holidays in February 2026 (Gujarat Schools)

In February, the Gujarat education board has declared the following restricted holidays which students may get off from regular school attendance:

• 4 February 2026 — Shab-e-Barat
• 4 February 2026 — Birthday of Dhani Matang Dev

Note: Restricted holidays may be observed by schools in specific regions or communities based on local traditions, cultural significance, and district-level guidelines. As a result, school closures on these dates may vary across different parts of Gujarat.

Weekly Offs & Saturday Closures

Most schools in Gujarat follow a weekly off on Sunday. Additionally:

Saturday Weekly Offs

• Some schools observe every Saturday as a holiday.

• Others follow second and fourth Saturday offs as per their academic calendar.

Here’s how Saturdays fall in February 2026:

• 7 February — Saturday

• 14 February — Saturday

• 21 February — Saturday

• 28 February — Saturday

Parents and students should confirm with the school whether all Saturdays are off or only the second and fourth Saturdays are scheduled as holidays.

Gujarat School Annual Exam 2025-26: Preparatory Leaves & Exam-Time Breaks

Many schools in Gujarat are expected to begin their annual examinations for the academic session 2025-26 in February 2026. Due to this, students may get several preparatory leaves before the exams to revise the syllabus and focus on important topics. During the examination period, regular classes are often suspended, and students are required to visit school only on their respective exam dates.

As exam schedules and preparatory leave policies may vary from school to school, students and parents should follow the official circulars and exam timetables issued by their respective schools or the district education authorities for accurate information regarding exam dates, preparatory leaves, and attendance rules.

GSEB Board Exam 2026 Scheduled

The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) has announced that the Class 10th and 12th Board Exams 2026 will be conducted between:

26 February 2026 – 16 March 2026

To support students during this crucial exam period, many schools may provide preparatory leaves or flexible timings toward the end of February.

Check:

GSEB SSC Exam Time Table 2026

GSEB HSC Exam Time Table 2026

Gujarat School Holidays in February 2026 - Key Takeaways

There are no major full-day school holidays in Gujarat in February 2026 apart from restricted holidays observed by schools as per state guidelines. The restricted holidays in February include Shab-e-Barat on 4 February 2026 (Wednesday) and the Birthday of Dhani Matang Dev on 4 February 2026 (Wednesday).

Schools in Gujarat continue to follow regular weekly offs on Sundays. In addition, Saturday holidays depend on individual school policies, as some schools observe a weekly off on every Saturday, while others follow holidays only on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.

Students and parents are advised to rely on official updates shared by their respective schools or the concerned district education authorities for the most accurate and updated information regarding school holidays, Saturday offs, preparatory leaves, and any last-minute changes in the academic schedule.

Also Check Gujarat School Holidays List in 2026