School Holiday October 30: Noida's 32 Exam-Centre Schools, All Ghaziabad Schools Closed; Odisha Extends Holidays
Published 30 Oct 20265 min read
Schools in Noida and Ghaziabad will remain closed on October 30, 2026, for UPSSSC PET examination arrangements, while Odisha's Ganjam and Gajapati districts have extended weather-related holidays. The scope of each closure differs significantly — Noida's holiday applies only to 32 designated examination-centre schools, while Ghaziabad's applies to all schools up to Class 12.
Parents and students should check the specific announcement applicable to their institution, as coverage varies by district and institution type.
Noida: Holiday Only for 32 Examination-Centre Schools
In Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida), the October 30 holiday applies to 32 schools designated as UPSSSC PET examination centres. The list includes government, aided, and CBSE-affiliated institutions, with 15 CBSE-affiliated schools among them.
Key points:
- Students at these 32 schools will remain at home on October 30.
- Teaching and non-teaching staff must continue reporting for examination-related duties.
- The order is not a district-wide closure of all schools in Noida. Schools not on the examination-centre list may function normally.
Parents should verify whether their child's school is among the 32 designated centres by checking with the school administration or the Gautam Buddha Nagar district administration's official communication. [VERIFY] — the specific list of 32 schools was not included in the source article; check the district administration website or school noticeboard.
Ghaziabad: All Schools Up to Class 12 Closed
In Ghaziabad, schools up to Class 12 will remain closed on October 30 to support examination arrangements and manage traffic associated with the UPSSSC PET.
Key points:
The closure applies to schools through Class 12.
Students and parents should obtain further instructions from their school administration.
The reported closure is for October 30 only. It does not establish an additional holiday on November 1 (Sunday) or beyond.
Odisha: Ganjam and Gajapati Extend Holidays
Ganjam: Closure Until October 31
In Ganjam district, the closure continues until October 31, 2026. It covers:
- Anganwadi centres
- Schools
- Degree colleges
- Technical institutions
- University departments
This is a broad closure covering multiple institution types, not just schools.
Gajapati: School Holidays Extended by Two Days
In Gajapati district, school holidays have been extended by two days beyond the earlier October 29 end date because of continuing rainfall and adverse weather. This implies schools will remain closed on October 30 and October 31, 2026. [VERIFY] — confirm exact dates with the Gajapati district administration.
Important distinction: The Gajapati extension, as reported, covers schools. The Ganjam closure explicitly covers colleges and university departments as well. Families should follow their specific institution's communication when planning attendance, particularly where a college or university is concerned.
District-Wise Closure Summary
| District | Date(s) | Institutions Covered | Reason | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) | October 30 | 32 designated exam-centre schools only | UPSSSC PET examination arrangements | Limited — not district-wide |
| Ghaziabad | October 30 | All schools up to Class 12 | UPSSSC PET examination arrangements and traffic management | All schools up to Class 12 |
| Ganjam (Odisha) | Until October 31 | Anganwadi centres, schools, degree colleges, technical institutions, university departments | Weather-related | Broad — multiple institution types |
| Gajapati (Odisha) | Extended by two days beyond October 29 (October 30–31) | Schools | Continuing rainfall and adverse weather | Schools only (per source) |
What Parents and Students Should Do
Verify your school's status. For Noida, confirm whether your school is among the 32 examination-centre schools. For Ghaziabad, the closure is broad but confirm with your school.
Check official district channels. Follow the Gautam Buddha Nagar, Ghaziabad, Ganjam, and Gajapati district administrations' official websites and social media for order copies and updates.
Watch for college/university updates in Odisha. Ganjam's closure explicitly includes colleges and university departments; Gajapati's reported extension covers schools — college students in Gajapati should check separately.
Do not assume November 1 is a holiday. The Ghaziabad order does not establish an additional holiday on November 1. November 1, 2026, is a Sunday, when schools are typically closed anyway. [VERIFY] — confirm whether the order affects any Sunday examinations or special arrangements.
Monitor weather updates in Odisha. The Gajapati extension is weather-related; further extensions are possible if rainfall continues. [VERIFY] — check India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts for Odisha's southern districts.