Breaking News: Punjab Announces Separate Working Hours for School Teachers (Winter Schedule 2025–26)

Punjab Announces Separate Working Hours for School Teachers across all government schools as part of the new winter schedule 2025–26, officially released by the Punjab School Education Department (SED). The updated notification brings a clear distinction between single-shift and double-shift school timings, aiming to improve classroom efficiency, teacher comfort, and administrative discipline during the winter months.

The notification, which takes effect from Monday, October 27, 2025, and will remain valid until April 15, 2026, outlines a detailed plan for both morning and afternoon shifts. Teachers in single-shift schools will perform duties from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM, while Friday hours are shortened to 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. In double-shift schools, morning sessions follow the same schedule, whereas afternoon teachers will report from 12:45 PM to 4:00 PM (and 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM on Fridays).

The Punjab Education Department has also introduced alternate Saturday attendance from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon for administrative work, teacher training, and academic planning. This marks a first in Punjab’s education policy — ensuring teachers have time for professional development while maintaining effective school operations during the winter season.

🕒 Punjab Teachers Working Hours Notification 2025–26 — Complete Overview

According to the Punjab School Education Department, the updated schedule applies to all public schools, including single-shift and double-shift institutions, across Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Bahawalpur, and other districts.

This notification sets separate timings for teachers — different from student hours — allowing them to better prepare lessons, manage documentation, and participate in professional development activities.

📅 Effective Dates for Punjab School Winter Schedule 2025–26

• Start Date: Monday, 27 October 2025
• End Date: Monday, 15 April 2026
• Applicable Areas: All government schools in Punjab
• Issued By: Punjab School Education Department (SED)
• Purpose: Winter working hours for teachers

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🧾 Punjab School Teachers Winter Timing 2025–26 — Official Schedule

Here’s the official winter timing table for teachers in Punjab schools:

🎓 Punjab Education Department Notification for Teachers — Key Highlights

• Timings will be strictly enforced for all teachers across Punjab.
• Heads of institutions must record accurate attendance.
• Teachers will attend school on alternate Saturdays for training and planning.
• Morning and evening shifts have been clearly defined for double-shift schools.
• District Education Officers (DEOs) will monitor punctuality and send monthly reports to SED Lahore.

🧑‍🏫 Punjab Single-Shift Schools Timings for Teachers

In single-shift schools, teachers will observe the following working hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
• Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

These timings allow teachers to dedicate adequate time to lesson preparation, class coverage, and student record maintenance, while also adjusting for the shorter winter daylight hours.

🏫 Punjab Double-Shift Schools Timings for Teachers 2025

For double-shift schools, separate schedules apply for morning and afternoon sessions:

Morning Shift Teachers:

• Monday–Thursday: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
• Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Afternoon Shift Teachers:

• Monday–Thursday: 12:45 PM – 4:00 PM
• Friday: 1:45 PM – 4:00 PM

This division ensures equal workload distribution among teaching staff and helps maintain discipline between both sessions.

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💼 Alternate Saturday Duties for Punjab School Teachers

A major change in the Punjab SED working hours policy is the introduction of alternate Saturday attendance.
Teachers must attend school every second Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon for:

• Training and development workshops
• Administrative meetings
• Academic planning and review sessions
• Coordination between departments

This new clause aims to strengthen teacher performance and enhance school management efficiency.

📋 Purpose Behind the Revised Winter Schedule 2025–26

The Punjab Education Department explained that the changes were introduced to:

1. Improve teaching quality by allocating time for lesson planning.
2. Promote administrative coordination via Saturday meetings.
3. Align school hours with daylight timing for safety and comfort.
4. Enhance accountability through structured attendance and monitoring.

🌤️ Why Punjab Revises School Timings Every Winter

Each year, Punjab revises school and teacher timings based on seasonal daylight patterns.
The shorter days and cold mornings of November–February make it essential to adjust start times for safety and convenience.

This annual adjustment is a routine practice followed across Punjab to maintain productivity and attendance in winter months.

🧾 Official Notification Text Summary (SED Punjab)

“Teachers in single-shift schools shall observe duty from 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM (Monday to Thursday) and 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Friday). Teachers in double-shift schools shall follow morning and afternoon timings as specified. Heads of institutions shall ensure compliance and punctuality.”

The Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of all District Education Authorities (DEAs) are instructed to ensure strict enforcement and monthly monitoring.

🗂️ Administrative Responsibilities of Teachers under SED Punjab 2025

Besides classroom instruction, teachers will now also handle:

• Lesson planning and assessment
• Data entry in school registers
• Student attendance monitoring
• Coordination with DEOs and DPI
• Participation in school improvement programs

Heads of schools must send monthly compliance reports confirming adherence to the new working hours.

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🧩 Punjab SED Monitoring & Inspection Framework

To ensure effective implementation of the new schedule, SED Punjab has issued directives to all District Education Officers and CEOs to:

1. Conduct random school visits.
2. Verify teacher attendance and punctuality records.
3. Use digital attendance systems where available.
4. Take disciplinary action for chronic latecomers.

The Education Monitoring Authority (PEMA) will also cross-check data through digital means.

💻 Digital Attendance System for Teachers in Punjab Schools

Under the 2025–26 reforms, the SED is upgrading its Online Attendance System.
Teachers will mark their presence through QR code or mobile app, enabling real-time monitoring and transparency.

This initiative supports Punjab’s goal of becoming a digitally managed education province by 2026.

🗣️ Statement from Punjab Education Department Spokesperson

A senior spokesperson from the Punjab School Education Department said:

“The government is committed to improving teacher productivity and academic planning.
These revised timings have been introduced after detailed consultations to balance comfort, discipline, and academic delivery.”

He added that Saturday sessions will focus on teacher upskilling, student progress tracking, and resource allocation reviews.

🧾 Comparison: Previous Year (2024–25) vs Current Year (2025–26)

👩‍🏫 Reaction from Punjab Teachers Associations

Teacher groups such as the Punjab Teachers Union (PTU) and Punjab Educators Association (PEA) have largely welcomed the decision.

“The new winter timings are reasonable, especially the 8:30 AM start,” said one PTU representative.
“It will help avoid cold morning commutes and allow teachers to plan lessons more effectively.”

However, some associations have requested that Saturday sessions remain training-focused rather than routine administrative meetings.

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✅ Conclusion — Punjab SED Winter Schedule 2025–26

The Punjab government’s decision to revise teacher working hours demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining academic excellence and improving the overall teaching environment.
By defining clear winter timings, introducing alternate Saturday sessions, and digitizing attendance monitoring, the School Education Department (SED) aims to enhance discipline, transparency, and educational outcomes across Punjab.

This initiative ensures that teachers, students, and administrators operate within a coordinated and efficient framework for the winter season 2025–26.