Half-day schools in Telangana begin from March 15
The order, issued by the Director of School Education, Dr E Naveen Nicolas, mandates a change in timings effective March 15.
By Newsmeter Network
Hyderabad: The Telangana School Education Department has officially announced the implementation of half-day schools across the state for the 2025-26 academic year.
The order, issued by the Director of School Education, Dr E Naveen Nicolas, mandates a change in timings effective March 15.
According to the official proceedings, all Primary, Upper Primary, and High Schools under government, government-aided, and private management will function from 8 am to 12:30 pm, with mid-day meals provided at 12:30 pm.
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Meanwhile, the last working day for this academic year would be on April 23, 2026.
The directive also outlines specific arrangements for Class X students and SSC examination centres, such as:
SSC Preparation: Special classes for Class X students preparing for the SSC Public Examinations, March 2026, will continue as scheduled.
Examination Centres: Schools designated as SSC Examination Centres will function from 1 pm to 5 pm on the days of the exams.
On all other days, these schools will follow the standard half-day timing of 8 am to 12:30 pm.
Regional Joint Directors of School Education and District Educational Officers have been directed to communicate these orders to all school managements across the state and ensure strict compliance.
