J&K Government Prepone Juma-tul-Vida Holiday to March 13, 2026 – Official Order Issued
The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has officially preponed the holiday on account of Juma-tul-Vida. According to a fresh government order issued by the General Administration Department, the holiday will now be observed on March 13, 2026 instead of March 20, 2026. The decision applies to the entire Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The notification was issued from the Civil Secretariat on March 12, 2026 through Government Order No. 323-JK(GAD) of 2026. The order partially modifies earlier holiday orders issued in December 2025.
With this announcement, all government offices, institutions, and departments across Jammu and Kashmir will now observe the Juma-tul-Vida holiday on the revised date.
Quick Summary
- Holiday: Juma-tul-Vida
- New Holiday Date: March 13, 2026 (Friday)
- Previous Date: March 20, 2026
- Government Order: 323-JK(GAD) of 2026
- Order Issued On: March 12, 2026
- Authority: General Administration Department J&K
Government Notification Details
The General Administration Department issued the order after making a partial modification to earlier government orders numbered 1894-JK(GAD) and 1895-JK(GAD) of 2025. These previous orders were issued on December 12, 2025 and included the annual list of public holidays for the Union Territory.
After reviewing the schedule of religious observances, the administration decided to revise the holiday date. As per the new notification, the Juma-tul-Vida holiday will now be observed on Friday, March 13, 2026.
The order has been issued by M. Raju, IAS, Commissioner and Secretary to the Government under the authority of the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir.
Important Information
The holiday on account of Juma-tul-Vida will be observed on March 13, 2026 instead of March 20, 2026 across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Government Order Information Table
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Holiday Name | Juma-tul-Vida |
| New Holiday Date | March 13, 2026 |
| Earlier Date | March 20, 2026 |
| Order Number | 323-JK(GAD) of 2026 |
| Issued By | General Administration Department J&K |
| Order Date | March 12, 2026 |
| Applicable Region | Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir |
Departments Informed About the Order
The notification has been circulated to multiple administrative authorities across Jammu and Kashmir to ensure implementation. These include financial commissioners, principal secretaries, the Director General of Police, divisional commissioners of Kashmir and Jammu, deputy commissioners, and heads of various departments.
The order has also been shared with the Chief Electoral Officer, J&K Public Service Commission, J&K Services Selection Board, and several other administrative offices to ensure that the revised holiday schedule is followed uniformly.
About Juma-tul-Vida
Juma-tul-Vida is the last Friday of the holy month of Ramadan. It holds special religious significance for Muslims across the world. On this day, large congregational prayers are offered in mosques and special religious gatherings take place.
In Jammu and Kashmir, the day is traditionally observed with prayers at major mosques and shrines. Due to its importance, the government declares it as a public holiday every year.
Important Links
View Official Government Order Visit J&K GAD Official WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
The holiday will now be observed on March 13, 2026.
The holiday was earlier scheduled for March 20, 2026.
The order was issued by the General Administration Department of Jammu and Kashmir.
The order number is 323-JK(GAD) of 2026.
The notification was issued by M. Raju, IAS, Commissioner and Secretary to the Government.
The holiday will be observed across the entire Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Conclusion
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has officially advanced the Juma-tul-Vida holiday to March 13, 2026. The change has been made through a formal government order issued by the General Administration Department. All government offices and institutions across the Union Territory will follow the revised holiday schedule.
Citizens, employees, and institutions are advised to note the updated holiday date and plan accordingly.
