LAHORE: The Punjab government has issued a notification revising the working hours of government schools across the province, effective from January 19 to April 15, 2026. The decision aims to improve academic efficiency while providing teachers with additional time for training and lesson preparation.
According to the notification released by the Punjab School Education Department, single-shift schools will operate from 10:00 am to 2:15 pm from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, classes will be held from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm.
In double-shift schools, the morning shift will run from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, while the afternoon shift will operate from 2:15 pm to 4:45 pm.
The revised schedule also places greater emphasis on teachers’ professional development. From Monday to Thursday, teachers will be required to engage in curriculum preparation, training programs, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities. Participation in these activities has been made mandatory.
Additionally, teachers’ attendance will be compulsory on alternate Saturdays to further enhance teaching standards and curriculum quality.
The School Education Department stated that the new timings are designed to balance students’ academic activities and strengthen teachers’ instructional skills. Authorities emphasized that strict adherence to the revised schedule by both teachers and students is essential to improve classroom performance and overall educational quality across the province.
