Bengaluru, May 24, 2025: As the summer vacation concludes in Karnataka, the 2025-26 academic year is set to commence soon. The Department of School Education has directed all schools across the state to welcome students with an opening ceremony on May 29.
The department has instructed schools to begin the student enrollment process on the opening day and complete it by June 30. All teachers are required to participate in the opening ceremony and ensure that every child of the specified age group is enrolled. Schools must also ensure the smooth implementation of programs such as mid-day meals, Ksheerabhagya, and the distribution of textbooks and uniforms. Education officers have been directed to undertake intensive campaigns to boost enrollment numbers.
Educational institutions planning to grant holidays during Christmas must submit a request to the Deputy Directors, who will review and decide on the matter. Any holidays granted for Christmas should be adjusted by reducing the mid-term break in October. In cases of unexpected closures due to strikes, heavy rains, or other unforeseen reasons, schools are required to compensate by conducting classes on subsequent holidays. Further academic guidelines will be provided in the coming days. The Commissioner of the Department of School Education has issued a circular urging schools to prepare and implement an action plan accordingly.