AP Academic Calendar for High Schools, UP Schools 2026-27 AP SCERT Download
High Schools Academic Calendar 2026-27: AP SCERT has released Academic Calendar for the academic year 2026-27. The High School & Primary Schools Academic calendar consists of the information regarding month wise working days, Subject Wise Weightage, Schedule for Assessments, Timings of High Schools, Roles of Teachers, school reopening dates, working days, assessment schedules, holidays, remedial classes, co-curricular activities and Responsibilities of Head Master and Teachers and month wise syllabus to be completed.
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AP Academic Calendar 2026-27 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Department | School Education Department |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Classes Covered | High School, Upper Primary (Classes 6 to 10) |
| School Reopening Date | June 2026 |
| Total Working Days | Approximately 229 Days |
| Medium of Implementation | All Government, Aided and Recognized Schools |
| Monitoring Authority | AP SCERT & School Education Department |
AP High Schools Timings as per AP High School Academic Calendar 2026-27
High Schools with Classes 3 to 7/8, Classes 3 to 10, Classes 3 to 12 and Classes 6 to 10.
| Period of the School | Period Timing | Allotted Time |
|---|---|---|
| First Bell | 9-00 | |
| Second Bell | 9-05 | |
| School Assembly | 9-05 to 9-15 | 10 Min |
| First Period | 9-15 to 10-00 | 45 Min |
| Water Bell | 10 to 10-05 | 5Min |
| Second Period | 10-05 to 10-45 | 40 Min |
| Short Break | 10-45 to 10-55 | 10Min |
| Third Period | 10-55 to 11-35 | 40 Min |
| Fourth Period | 11-35 to 12-15 | 40 Min |
| Lunch Break | 12-15 to 01-05 | 50 Min |
| Fifth Period | 01-05 to 1-45 | 40 Min |
| Water Bell | 1-45 to 1-50 | 5 min |
| Sixth Period | 1-50 to 2-30 | 40 Min |
| Short Break | 2-30 to 2-40 | 10 Min |
| Seventh Period | 2-40 to 3-20 | 40 Min’ |
| Eight Period | 3-20 to 4-00 | 40 Min |
| Optional | 4 to 5 | 60 Min |
Month-Wise Working Days and Holidays 2026-27
| Month | Total Days | Working Days (General / Minority) | Scheduled Holidays (General / Minority) | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 19 | 14 / 14 | 5 / 5 |
School Reopens on June 12th |
| July 2026 | 31 | 26 / 26 | 5 / 5 |
Regular academic tracking begins |
| August 2026 | 31 | 22 / 22 | 9 / 9 |
Independence Day & Local Festivals |
| September 2026 | 30 | 23 / 23 | 7 / 7 |
Mid-term curriculum focus PDF |
| October 2026 | 31 | 16 / 19 | 15 / 12 |
Long Dasara vacation window 1 |
| November 2026 | 30 | 24 / 24 | 6 / 6 |
Post-Dasara academic acceleration |
| December 2026 | 31 | 25 / 20 | 6 / 11 |
Christmas vacation window |
| January 2027 | 31 | 18 / 20 | 13 / 11 |
Sankranthi Holidays |
| February 2027 | 28 | 23 / 23 | 5 / 5 |
Board Pre-finals & Revision |
| March 2027 | 31 | 22 / 22 | 9 / 9 |
Half-day timings begin March 15 |
| April 2027 | 23 | 16 / 16 | 7 / 7 |
SA-2 Assessments & Term End |
| TOTAL | 316 | 229 / 229 | 87 / 87 |
A systematically structured year |
Subject Wise Weightage 6th-10th Class
| Class | Core Subjects | Health & Physical Education | Other | Grand Total | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Language 1st | Language 2nd | Language 3rd | Maths | BS / GS / ATL | PS / ATL | SS | MDP | Games | Mass Drill | H&PE / Yoga | Lib / Vbc | Voc / WE/ICT / A&C | CG / MH AEP | |||
| VI | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 7 | – | 6 | – | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | – | – | 48 |
| VII | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 7 | – | 6 | – | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | – | – | 48 |
| VIII | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 6 | – | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | – | – | 48 |
| IX | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 48 |
| X | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 6 | – | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 48 |
| Total | 30 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 26 | 18 | 30 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 240 |
Formative, Summative Exam Tentative Dates
| Assessment | Tentative Date | Syllabus |
|---|---|---|
| Formative Assessment – I (Classes VI to X) |
3 – 7 August, 2026 | June, July |
| Formative Assessment – II (Classes VI to X) |
5 – 8 October, 2026 | August, September |
| Summative Assessment – I (Classes VI to X) |
9 – 20 November, 2026 | June to October |
| Formative Assessment – III (Classes VI to X) |
4 – 7 January, 2027 | November, December |
| Formative Assessment – IV (Classes VI to X) |
8 – 11 February, 2027 | January |
| Pre-Final (Class X) |
8 – 18 February, 2027 | Total Syllabus |
| Grand Test (Class X) + Grand Assessment – II (Class IX) |
24 February – 09 March, 2027 | Total Syllabus |
| Summative Assessment – II (Classes VI to VIII) |
3 – 17 April, 2027 | Total Syllabus |
| Public Exams (Class X) |
15-03-2027 to 31-03-2027 | Total Syllabus |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will AP schools reopen for the academic year 2026-27?
Schools are scheduled to reopen in June 2026 as per the academic calendar issued by the School Education Department.
Which classes are covered under the Upper Primary category?
Upper Primary Schools include Classes 6, 7, and 8.
How many working days are planned for the academic year 2026-27?
The academic calendar provides approximately 229 working days.
Will schools conduct monthly assessments?
Yes. Monthly assessments are part of the continuous evaluation process.
Are co-curricular activities included in the calendar?
Yes. Various academic, cultural, sports, and club activities are included throughout the year.
Who releases the AP School Academic Calendar?
The Andhra Pradesh School Education Department in coordination with AP SCERT releases the academic calendar.
Conclusion
The AP School Academic Calendar 2026-27 for Upper Primary Schools serves as a comprehensive guide for effective academic planning and implementation. With clearly defined instructional days, assessment schedules, learning activities, and holidays, the calendar helps schools maintain educational quality while ensuring the overall development of students.
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