In 2024, the Telangana State government has made some significant changes to the school timings for Primary, Upper Primary, and High Schools across the state.
These new timings are designed to improve the overall learning experience for students, cater to their different age groups, and enhance their academic performance.
Over the years, educators and policymakers have recognized the importance of aligning school schedules with students’ natural biological rhythms.
The traditional 9-to-3 school timings often did not consider the varying sleep patterns and attention spans of different age groups. The revised school timings aim to address this issue and provide a more conducive learning environment.
TG School Timings 2024
The Telangana State government has announced new school timings for the academic year 2024-2025. The new timings are in line with the Right to Education (RTE) Act, which mandates that all schools must provide at least 7 hours of schooling per day. The lunch break will be from 12:10 PM to 12:55 PM.
Director of School Education, Telangana changed the TG School timings of primary and upper primary schools in all districts, which will now start from 9.00 am.
- Primary schools will function from 09.00 AM to 04.00 PM.
- Upper primary schools will function from 09.00 AM to 04.15 PM.
- The primary section of the Upper Primary Schools (class 1 to 5) will function from 09.00 AM to 04.00 PM.
In case of the twin cities, there is no change in the timings of school and hence will follow the timings as given in the academic calendar.
PS and UPS Timings in High School campus
The Primary Schools and Upper Primary Schools working in the High School campus shall continue to follow the existing school timings i.e. primary schools from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm and Upper Primary Schools from 9.00 am and 4.15 pm.
Primary School Timings
For primary school students (classes 1 to 5), the new timings will be from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Research has shown that younger children are more alert and receptive to learning in the morning.
By starting school slightly later and finishing earlier, it allows the students to make the most of their peak attention hours.
- Primary schools: 09.00 AM to 04.00 PM
- Primary Schools & Primary Sections of Upper Primary Schools: 09.00 AM to 04.00 PM (Hyderabad and Secunderabad)
- With 45 mins lunch break
Upper Primary School Timings
Students in upper primary school (classes 6 to 8) will follow a schedule from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. This time frame aligns better with their growing biological clock and ensures they are attentive during crucial learning periods.
- Upper primary schools:
- (a) 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM for PS Section
- (b) 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM for UP Section
- Upper Primary Schools: 08:45 AM – 04:00 PM (Hyderabad and Secunderabad)
- With 45 mins lunch break
High School Timings
High school students (classes 9 to 12) will begin their classes at 8:00 am and conclude at 2:00 pm. Teenagers’ circadian rhythm undergoes a shift during adolescence, and early start times can positively impact their academic performance and overall well-being.
- High schools: 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM
- Hyderabad and Secunderabad School Timings
- High Schools: 08:45 AM – 04:00 PM (Hyderabad and Secunderabad)
- With 45 mins lunch break
Telangana School Timings 2024
| Type of school | Timings |
|---|---|
| PS (Primary Schools) | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| PS section of UPS (Upper Primary Schools) | 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM |
| UP section of UPS (Upper Primary Schools) | 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM |
| High Schools | 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM |
| PS section of HS (High Schools) | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
Hyderabad and Secunderabad School Timings
| Type of school | Timings |
|---|---|
| PS (Primary Schools) | 09.00 AM to 04.00 PM |
| PS section of UPS (Upper Primary Schools) | 09.00 AM to 04.00 PM |
| UP section of UPS (Upper Primary Schools) | 08:45 AM – 04:00 PM |
| High Schools | 08:45 AM – 04:00 PM |
| PS section of HS (High Schools) | 08:45 AM – 03:45 PM |
Benefits of the new school timings
- Improved quality of education
- Increased safety of students
- More time for students to study and complete homework
- Reduced traffic congestion around schools
- More opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities
Challenges of the new school timings
- Parents may have to make arrangements to get their children to school earlier.
- Students may have to adjust their sleep schedules.
- Some students may not be able to adjust to the early start time.
1. PS Time Table 2024
| ITEM | Time |
|---|---|
| School Assembly and Prayer | 09.00 A.M to 09.15 A.M |
| 1st Period (45 minutes) | 09.15 A.M to 10.00 A.M |
| 2nd Period (40 minutes) | 10.00 A.M to 10.40 A.M |
| Short Break | 10.40 A.M to 10.50 A.M |
| 3rd Period (40 minutes) | 10.50 A.M to 11.30 A.M |
| 4th Period (40 minutes) | 11.30 P.M to 12.10 P.M |
| Lunch Break (45 minutes) | 12.10 P.M to 12.55 P.M |
| 5th Period (40 minutes) | 12.55 P.M to 01.35 P.M |
| 6th Period (40 minutes) | 01.35 P.M to 02.15 P.M |
| Short Break | 02.15 P.M to 02.25 P.M |
| 7th Period | 02.25 P.M to 03.05 P.M |
| 8th Period | 03.05 P.M to 04.00 P.M (Including 30 minutes for Co-curricular activities/ remedial teaching) |
2. UPS Time Table
| ITEM | Time |
|---|---|
| School Assembly and Prayer | 09.00 A.M to 09.15 A.M |
| 1st Bell | 09.00 A.M |
| 2nd Bell | 09.05 A.M |
| 1st Period (45 minutes) | 09.15 A.M to 10.00 A.M |
| 2nd Period (40 minutes) | 10.00 A.M to 10.40 A.M |
| Short Break | 10.40 A.M to 10.50 A.M |
| 3rd Period (40 minutes) | 10.50 A.M to 11.30 A.M |
| 4th Period (40 minutes) | 11.30 A.M to 12.10 P.M |
| Lunch Break (60 minutes) | 12.10 P.M to 01.10 P.M |
| 5th Period (40 minutes) | 01.10 P.M to 01.50 P.M |
| 6th Period (40 minutes) | 01.50 P.M to 02.30 P.M |
| Short Break | 02.30 P.M to 02.40 P.M |
| 7th Period (40 minutes) | 02.40 P.M to 03.20 P.M |
| 8th Period | 03.20 P.M to 04.15 P.M (Including 30 minutes for Co-curricular activities / remedial teaching) |
| Long bell | 04.15 P.M |
C. High School Time Table
| ITEM | Time |
|---|---|
| School Assembly and Prayer | 09.00 A.M to 09.15 A.M |
| 1st Bell | 09.00 A.M |
| 2nd Bell | 09.05 A.M |
| 1st Period (45 minutes) | 09.15 A.M to 10.00 A.M |
| 2nd Period (45 minutes) | 10.00 A.M to 10.45 A.M |
| Short Break | 10.45 A.M to 11.00 A.M |
| 3rd Period (45 minutes) | 11.00 A.M to 11.45 A.M |
| 4th Period (45 minutes) | 11.45 A.M to 12.30 P.M |
| Lunch Break (45 minutes) | 12.30 P.M to 01.15 P.M |
| 5th Period (45 minutes) | 01.15 P.M to 02.00 P.M |
| 6th Period (45 minutes) | 02.00 P.M to 02.45 P.M |
| Short Break | 02.45 P.M to 02.55 P.M |
| 7th Period (40 minutes) | 02.55 P.M to 03.35 P.M |
| 8th Period | 03.35 P.M to 04.15 P.M |
| Long bell | 04.15 P.M |
Conclusion
The new school timings in Telangana are a positive step towards improving the quality of education in the state. The early start time will help students to be more attentive and learn better.
The lunch break will give students a chance to rest and refuel. The new timings will also improve the safety of students. Overall, the new school timings are a welcome change that will benefit students in Telangana.