Academic Section (2026-27)
KVS Vacation Schedule 2026-27
Summer, Autumn & Winter Break Dates
KV Vacation Schedule 2026-27: Summer & Winter Break Dates (Official Order)
- Authority: Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (HQ)
- Session: 2026-2027
- Summer Break: Starts May 2026
- Winter Break: Starts December 2026
Order Issued: Plan Your LTC Now
Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan has finalized the vacation schedule for the upcoming Academic Session 2026-27. Government employees planning their Leave Travel Concession or Home Town visits should book tickets immediately. The dates differ for Hot Stations, Cold Stations, and Very Cold Stations. Check your region below before applying for Earned Leave.
✅ Official Schedule Summary
Hot Stations: Summer Break begins early May.
Cold Stations: Winter Break is longer (40-50 days).
Dussehra/Diwali: 10 Days Autumn Break confirmed.
Zone-Wise Vacation Dates
KVS divides schools into categories based on climate. Most schools fall under “Hot Station” rules. If your posting is in places like Dehradun or hill stations, check the “Cold Station” table.
🌞 Hot Stations (Plain Areas)
- Summer Vacation: 10 May 2026 to 18 June 2026 (40 Days)
- Autumn Break: 18 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2026 (10 Days)
- Winter Break: 24 Dec 2026 to 12 Jan 2027 (20 Days)
❄️ Cold Stations (Hilly Areas)
- Summer Vacation: 15 June 2026 to 24 July 2026 (40 Days)
- Autumn Break: 18 Oct 2026 to 27 Oct 2026 (10 Days)
- Winter Break: 01 Dec 2026 to 31 Jan 2027 (Long Break)
Total Holidays Calculation
Parents often get confused about the total number of days. The academic calendar strictly allows 70 days of vacation in total. If a school declares a local holiday, they must cut it from the vacation period.
| Break Type | Duration (Hot Stations) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Vacation | 40 Days | Primary LTC Period |
| Autumn Break | 10 Days | Covers Dussehra/Diwali |
| Winter Break | 20 Days | Ends after Lohri/Pongal |
| Total | 70 Days | Fixed Limit |
Application for Child’s Leave (Draft)
To, The Class Teacher, Class 6-B, KV No. 1, Delhi Cantt. Respected Sir/Madam, My son, Rohan Singh, will be unable to attend school from 8th May 2026 due to our pre-booked LTC travel. We booked tickets based on the tentative schedule. Kindly grant him leave for the remaining 2 days before the official summer break starts.
महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी (हिंदी सारांश )
केंद्रीय विद्यालय संगठन (KVS) ने सत्र 2026-27 के लिए छुट्टियों का कैलेंडर जारी कर दिया है। मैदानी इलाकों (Hot Stations) में गर्मी की छुट्टियां 10 मई से शुरू होंगी और 18 जून तक चलेंगी। सर्दी की छुट्टियां 24 दिसंबर से शुरू होंगी। पहाड़ी इलाकों (Cold Stations) में सर्दी की छुट्टियां लंबी होंगी। माता-पिता अपनी LTC यात्रा की बुकिंग इन तारीखों के अनुसार ही करें।
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Principal change these dates?
Yes, Principals have the authority to shift dates by a few days depending on local weather conditions or state administration orders, but the total number of vacation days must remain 70.
Is this schedule valid for all KVs?
This schedule applies to most KVs. However, KVs situated in “Very Cold” regions like Leh, Kargil, and Keylong have a different winter vacation schedule starting in December and lasting for 70 days straight.