November School Holidays: After the long holidays of Diwali and Chhath Puja in October, the month of November has once again brought joy to school students. Taking time out for relaxation and fun amidst the burden of studies is no less than a gift for children. Due to festivals, weekends and regional holidays, children are going to get a wonderful break from studies.
Students are expected to get a full nine days of vacation in November 2025. These vacations include religious festivals as well as weekends, which provide children with a little respite throughout the month. It is important to note that some holidays may be state-specific or local, so be sure to check your school’s official vacation calendar. This month is offering a great opportunity to strike the perfect balance between studies and fun.
Schools Closed in November: Complete holiday calendar for November 2025…
Children can get 9 days of holidays from the main one in November 2025. The list of school holidays for November 2025 includes major festivals, Guru Parv and weekly holidays.
The Two Biggest Holidays: The Celebration of Guru Purab
The two most important holidays in November are associated with two great Sikh Gurus:
November 5: Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti: A national holiday is observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. Schools across the country remain closed on this day. Nagar Kirtan, langar and religious ceremonies are held on this day.
November 25: Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day commemorates the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru. This holiday is especially observed in northern states (Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh).
| Date | Day | Reason for leave | Where will the holiday be? |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 1 | Saturday | Haryana Day | Regional (Haryana) |
| November 2 | Sunday | Weekly holiday | Across the country |
| November 5 | Wednesday | Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti | National/State declared |
| November 8 | Second Saturday | Weekly holiday | Most schools |
| November 9 | Sunday | Weekly holiday | Across the country |
| November 16 | Sunday | Weekly holiday | Across the country |
| November 23 | Sunday | Weekly holiday | Across the country |
| November 25 | Tuesday | Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day | Local (Delhi, Punjab etc.) |
| November 30 | Sunday | Weekly holiday | Across the country |
Double dose of weekends…
In November 2025, children are getting the benefit of 5 full Sundays (November 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30). In addition, most schools will be closed on the second Saturday of the month, November 8, 2025. On these weekends, children will get a much-needed break from their weekly studies. In addition, Children’s Day will be celebrated on Friday, November 14, 2025. Many schools will have a holiday for this special occasion, while others plan activities by taking a half-day off.
