The Government of Pakistan has officially announced the public, optional, and bank holidays for 2025. This detailed holiday schedule outlines key dates for religious and cultural observances, providing clarity for the general public and organizations alike. The announcement includes notable changes from previous years, including a three-day break for Eid-ul-Fitr and other significant holidays.
Public Holidays in Pakistan for 2025
Below is the list of 2025 public holidays, along with their dates and corresponding days of the week:
- Kashmir Day: Wednesday, February 5, 2025
- Pakistan Day: Sunday, March 23, 2025
- Labour Day: Thursday, May 1, 2025
- Eid-ul-Fitr: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, April 21-23, 2025
- Eid-ul-Adha: Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, July 12-14, 2025
- Independence Day: Thursday, August 14, 2025
- Eid Milad-un-Nabi: Friday, September 26, 2025
- Ashura (9th & 10th Muharram): Friday and Saturday, October 24-25, 2025
- Iqbal Day: Sunday, November 9, 2025
- Christmas Day: Thursday, December 25, 2025
- Day After Christmas (for Christians only): Friday, December 26, 2025
Optional Holidays
Optional holidays allow employees to take leave based on personal or religious observances, subject to their employer’s approval. Some notable optional holidays for 2025 include:
- Basant Panchami: February 14, 2025
- Holi: March 17, 2025
- Diwali: November 1, 2025
Bank Holidays
Bank holidays in Pakistan are designated for financial institutions and do not apply as public holidays for other employees. The bank holidays in Pakistan for 2025 are as follows:
- New Year’s Day: Wednesday, January 1, 2025
- July 1 Bank Holiday: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Pakistan 2025 Public Holidays Complete list:
The Complete list can be seen in the Government notification below:
The 2025 public holiday schedule reflects a comprehensive plan to accommodate Pakistan’s diverse cultural and religious celebrations. With clearly marked public, optional, and bank holidays, the announcement ensures better planning opportunities for citizens and businesses alike. For a more in-depth understanding of holidays and related topics, visit pakmcqs.pk.
