School Holiday Alert: Are Schools Closed in Kerala and Rajasthan on September 21?

Tomorrow, Monday, September 21, Kerala and Rajasthan observe notified state holidays. Kerala marks Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi. Rajasthan observes Ramdev Jayanti and Teja Dashmi, alongside Khejarli Martyrs’ Day. Government schools and most colleges will remain closed under state calendars. Parents and candidates should track institute notices tonight.

State government offices also close tomorrow. Public transport, hospitals, utilities and emergency services operate as usual. Many universities follow the holiday, yet autonomous campuses may differ. Coaching centres usually run. Avoid assuming private workplaces or banks are closed. Check local authority orders and campus website or telegram updates before commuting.

Schools holiday tomorrow: Kerala and Rajasthan official status

Kerala’s General Administration Department calendar lists Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi on September 21, Monday. Rajasthan’s Department of Personnel notifies Ramdev Jayanti and Teja Dashmi on the same date. These are gazetted state holidays, so government schools and colleges shut statewide. District authorities may issue specific exceptions.

What’s open and what’s not on September 21

Teaching, exams and routine academic work pause in state institutions. Hostels, libraries and mess services remain functional. Private, aided and minority-run campuses may frame their own schedules, often aligning with local orders. City buses and metro services stick to normal timetables. Expect competitive coaching and tuitions to continue unless a district notice says otherwise.

Private, CBSE and ICSE schools: closure rules and parent checklist

Unaided, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) schools decide through management circulars. Many mirror state holidays, but practice varies by city. Parents should check tonight’s WhatsApp circular, website or noticeboard. Clear doubts on fee due dates, assignment submissions and rescheduled unit tests before Monday morning.

Exams, interviews and academic deadlines: what to do now

If an exam or interview was set for September 21, expect a fresh date. Universities and recruitment bodies usually defer assessments falling on notified holidays. Preserve admit cards and payment receipts. Track official websites and social channels. If travel was booked, retain tickets and ask organisers for revised reporting schedules and refund guidance.

Bottom line for students and parents: treat Monday, September 21 as a state holiday in Kerala and Rajasthan. Government schools and most colleges close, while essential services operate. Confirm private-school decisions locally, and watch for revised exam schedules. Plan commutes only after checking campus updates to avoid unnecessary travel.