ISLAMABAD – As Ramadan begins, schools in Islamabad announced new timings to help students balance studies with fasting. With classes running from 8:30 AM and early closures on Fridays, students and teachers can focus on their prayers, family gatherings, while staying on track academically.
In a notification, School Education Department announced new school hours designed to help students balance academics with fasting. Schools will now run from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM, giving students lighter day while fasting.
On Fridays, schools will close even earlier at 12:30 PM, and teachers will enjoy Saturdays off throughout Ramadan, allowing families more time for spiritual and social activities.
Ramadan School Timings
| Days | Timing | Shift |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Single Shift |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Single Shift |
| Monday to Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Morning Shift (Double Shift/Afternoon) |
| Monday to Thursday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Evening Shift (Double Shift/Afternoon) |
| Friday | 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Double Shift/Afternoon |
Officials are urging students, parents, and staff to adjust their routines according to the revised schedule and take full advantage of these special arrangements during Ramadan.
This unprecedented schedule change ensures that the holy month is observed with ease, making it a historic step for schools in Islamabad.
Ramadan 2026 is expected to start in Pakistan on February 19, subject to moon sighting confirmation. The holy month involves daily fasting from dawn to sunset, combined with increased prayer, Qur’an recitation, and charitable acts. Muslims start the day with suhoor and break the fast with iftar, often sharing meals with family and community.
