LAHORE: The Punjab School Education Department (SED) has officially announced revised winter working hours for teachers across the province, effective from Monday, 27 October 2025, until 15 April 2026.
According to the official notification, the new schedule outlines separate timings for single-shift and double-shift schools, ensuring uniformity and improved school management during the winter months.
🕒 Revised Teacher Working Hours
| Category | Days | Timings |
|---|---|---|
| Single Shift | Monday–Thursday | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM | |
| Double Shift (Morning) | Monday–Thursday | 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM | |
| Double Shift (Afternoon) | Monday–Thursday | 12:45 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 1:45 PM – 4:00 PM | |
| Alternate Saturdays | — | 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon |
📘 Additional Guidelines
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Teachers are required to attend school on alternate Saturdays for administrative, academic, or training activities.
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The revised hours apply to all public sector schools across Punjab under the jurisdiction of the SED.
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The schedule aims to balance academic efficiency with teacher well-being during colder months.
🗣️ Background
The announcement follows last week’s statement by Punjab Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat, who confirmed that winter timings would soon be implemented across the province to safeguard students and staff from chilly early mornings.
This move aligns with previous years’ winter schedules and underscores the department’s focus on student safety, academic continuity, and teacher welfare.
