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Jammu Orders Oct. 19–Nov. 2 School Break for Pooja, University Defers Three Exam Dates

Authorities aligned the extended closure with festival observance and will issue revised university exam schedules shortly.

Overview

  • The Directorate of School Education, Jammu directed all government and recognized private schools up to higher secondary to close from October 19 to November 2.
  • The University of Jammu postponed examinations slated for October 20, 22 and 23, with new dates to be notified later.
  • Officials said the schedule was coordinated to support festival celebrations while reducing disruption to studies.
  • JKBOSE’s previously released timetables remain in place, with Class 12 exams set for November 8–December 3 and Class 11 for November 19–December 13, 2025.
  • Earlier weather-related closures on October 6–7 underscore recent calendar adjustments across the Jammu region.