The month of November 2025 in Gujarat follows the festive highs of Diwali and ushers in a more academically focused period. However, a few important state and national holidays mark brief pauses in the school calendar. Students and teachers can look forward to limited but meaningful breaks this month, particularly around Guru Nanak Jayanti.
Overview
The Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board (GSEB) typically issues an official holiday circular each academic year. While schools may follow slightly different calendars based on management and location, the list below represents the most likely school holidays in Gujarat for November 2025.
Gujarat School Holiday List – November 2025
Planning the November Academic Calendar
- Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti (October 31): This state-level holiday is significant across Gujarat. Falling on a Friday, it offers a long weekend, giving students a brief recovery period before the November academic schedule begins.
- Guru Nanak Jayanti (November 5): Celebrated mid-week, this major religious and gazetted holiday will lead to closures in most educational institutions across Gujarat. Cities like Ahmedabad, Surat, and Vadodara observe the occasion with community events and school closures.
- Children’s Day (November 14): Though not a holiday, most schools dedicate this day to student-centric programs, competitions, and cultural activities. Academic lessons are generally replaced by celebratory events, promoting creativity and social bonding among students.
Academic Note
After the extended Diwali and New Year break in October, November marks the resumption of regular classes. Schools focus on syllabus completion, mid-term assessments (PT-II exams), and practical preparation for the upcoming pre-board and board exam sessions
