The Sindh government has announced that all schools, colleges, and universities across the province will resume physical classes from Wednesday, April 1, 2026. This marks the official start of the new academic year 2026-27.
Online classes, which were conducted from March 16 to March 31, 2026, will now end. The temporary shift to online learning was introduced as part of the provincial government’s austerity and fuel conservation measures amid rising energy costs and regional tensions.
Sindh Education Minister Sardar Shah and Information Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon confirmed the decision. They also rejected fake notifications circulating on social media that claimed holidays were being extended until mid-April.
Under the new schedule, all educational institutions will remain closed on Saturdays. Schools will follow a two-day weekend on Saturday and Sunday. This change aims to bring normal routine back while supporting energy-saving efforts.
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has also directed all universities and degree-awarding institutions across Pakistan to resume full on-campus activities from April 1, 2026, with full compliance.
Students, teachers, and parents have welcomed the return to physical classes. Many believe face-to-face learning is more effective for better understanding and discipline. Educational institutions are now preparing to welcome students back to classrooms after nearly two weeks of online sessions and spring break.
This decision ends the short period of online teaching and brings regular academic life back on track in Sindh. Officials have urged everyone to follow the updated schedule strictly.
