The Government of Pakistan has officially declared public holidays on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha 2025. According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division on 30th May 2025, there will be five consecutive holidays starting from Friday, 6th June to Tuesday, 10th June 2025.
📅 Official Eid Holidays Schedule for 2025
As per the government notification:
- ✅ Holiday Start Date: Friday, 6th June 2025
- ✅ Holiday End Date: Tuesday, 10th June 2025
- 📍 Total Holidays: 5 days
- 🏢 Applies to: All federal government departments and institutions
This declaration was made through Cabinet Division’s circular and signed by Anum Siddique, Section Officer (Min-II).
📌 Who Received the Notification?
The Eid holiday notice was widely circulated across major institutions including:
- Prime Minister’s Office
- President’s Secretariat
- Auditor General of Pakistan
- All Ministries & Divisions
- Supreme Court, Federal Shariat Court, High Courts
- Armed Forces HQs
- State Bank of Pakistan
- Provincial Governments (Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, AJK, GB)
- National Assembly, Senate, NAB, and more
This ensures nationwide implementation and uniform observance.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
🔸 Q1: What are the official Eid-ul-Azha 2025 holidays in Pakistan?
Answer: The government has announced five public holidays from Friday, 6th June to Tuesday, 10th June 2025.
🔸 Q2: Does this apply to private companies and schools?
Answer: The notification is for government institutions, but private organizations often follow the same schedule.
🔸 Q3: Will banks remain open during Eid holidays?
Answer: No, State Bank of Pakistan and other banks will remain closed during the 6th–10th June holidays.
🔸 Q4: Is the notification confirmed by the federal government?
Answer: Yes, the notification is issued by the Cabinet Division, Government of Pakistan.
🏁 Conclusion
The announcement of Eid-ul-Azha holidays from 6th to 10th June 2025 gives Pakistanis a much-needed opportunity to celebrate this important Islamic festival with family and friends. Citizens are advised to plan their travel and Qurbani arrangements accordingly. With all government offices closed during these days, public and private sectors are expected to follow suit.
Stay tuned for updates on moon sighting, Eid prayer timings, and livestock markets across Pakistan.