Farhan Qureshi 
The government has officially revised Punjab school timings for Ramadan, bringing relief to students, parents, and teachers observing the holy month. As per an announcement made by the School Education Department on February 16, all learning institutions in the province will operate on modified school timetables to allow fasting hours.
| Days | Timings | Schools |
| 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 |
New Time of Day Single-Shift School Schedule
Under the updated Punjab school timings for Ramadan, single-shift schools will operate from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Classes will end earlier on Fridays at 12.30 PM so that congregational prayers become easier. The modified schedule will take into consideration both the academic continuity and the physical health of students under fasting.
Issues Notification by Department
The assurance of the announcement is that changes are applicable to all educational institutions of the state of Punjab during the period of Ramadan. Authorities stated that the revised Punjab school timings for Ramadan are designed to ensure a smooth academic routine while respecting the spiritual commitments of the month.
FAQs
1. When were the new timings announced?
On February 16, the School Education Department made the notification.
2. What are the working hours of the school from Monday to Thursday?
Schools will run from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM.
3. When will schools be closing on Fridays?
During Ramadan, schools will be closed at 12: 30 PM.
