Bihar School Holidays in August 2026: Dates, Festivals and Weekly Offs
Check the complete Bihar school holiday list for August 2026, including Independence Day, Raksha Bandhan and five Sunday weekly offs.
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Students and parents in Bihar can plan their August schedule with the help of the school holiday list for 2026. Schools will have seven non-school days in the month. These include two listed holidays and five Sundays.
The Bihar Education Department holiday calendar for the 2026-27 academic session covers government schools across the state. Private schools may follow the same dates, but parents should check the notice issued by their child’s school.
Bihar School Holiday List for August 2026
August has two listed holidays apart from the regular Sunday break. The first is Independence Day on August 15. The second is Raksha Bandhan on August 28.
| Date | Day | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 2 August 2026 | Sunday | Weekly off |
| 9 August 2026 | Sunday | Weekly off |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2026 | Sunday | Weekly off |
| 23 August 2026 | Sunday | Weekly off |
| 28 August 2026 | Friday | Raksha Bandhan |
| 30 August 2026 | Sunday | Weekly off |
What Students Should Know About These Holidays
Independence Day on August 15
Independence Day falls on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Schools will not hold regular classes on this day. However, many schools may organise a flag-hoisting ceremony, patriotic performances and other cultural activities according to local instructions.
Students who take part in these programmes should follow the reporting time shared by their school. A holiday does not always mean that the school gate stays completely quiet. On Independence Day, it may have a flag, a few speeches and at least one microphone that decides to stop working at the wrong time.
Raksha Bandhan on August 28
Raksha Bandhan is listed as a school holiday on Friday, August 28. The festival celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie a rakhi on their brothers’ wrists, and families share gifts and sweets.
The holiday calendar also refers to Raksha Bandhan celebrations around August 27. Since local event plans can differ, parents and students should follow the final notice from their school for any programme, timing or change in schedule.
Five Sundays in August 2026
August 2026 has five Sundays. Schools will remain closed on August 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. These weekly offs, along with the two listed holidays, bring the total number of non-school days to seven.
The dates also create a useful break around Raksha Bandhan. Families may use the Friday holiday and the weekend for a visit to relatives or a small family gathering. Students can also use the break to complete homework before the next school week begins. It is less exciting than a holiday trip, but far better than meeting unfinished homework on Monday morning.
Will All Schools in Bihar Remain Closed?
The holiday calendar applies to government schools in Bihar. Many private schools are expected to follow these dates, but their calendars may include extra holidays or different arrangements for school events.
Parents should check the school diary, official WhatsApp group, website or notice board before making travel plans. Schools may also issue separate instructions for Independence Day events and attendance.
Quick Summary of Bihar School Holidays
- Total non-school days: 7
- Listed festival and national holidays: 2
- Sunday weekly offs: 5
- First listed holiday: August 15, Independence Day
- Second listed holiday: August 28, Raksha Bandhan
- Calendar covered: Bihar government schools for the 2026-27 academic session
Students should save the dates and keep checking school notices for event timings, attendance rules and any local changes to the August 2026 holiday schedule.
