Shillong,22 Jan 2026 — Meghalaya school reopening 2026 is just weeks away, and schools across the state are preparing to welcome students for the new academic session, which is officially scheduled to begin on 9 February 2026, as per the 2026 academic calendar issued by the Government of Meghalaya Education Department.
Admissions are already in full swing, with parents busy enrolling both returning students and children joining schools for the first time. A large number of families are giving admission to their first child this year, completing all necessary procedures and submitting documents or certificates as per the institution’s requirements to ensure a smooth start. Students who usually study in Shillong, Tura, and other towns and cities across the state, but had returned to their hometowns during the winter break, are now moving back in preparation for the reopening. School administrators said this seasonal movement is normal, and schools are fully prepared to welcome all students for the new session.
Even the school staff are busy, enrolling students, maintaining records, and preparing classrooms, textbooks, teaching materials, uniforms, school bags, and other required sets. Staff are working to ensure that every classroom is ready, schedules are organized, and students have everything they need to start the academic year comfortably. Parents are also checking that uniforms, school bags, and other essential sets are ready so that their children can settle quickly into the new routine.
As per the 2026 academic calendar, classes will officially start on 9 February 2026, covering all levels from primary to secondary. The reopening follows the completion of recent board examinations, giving schools enough time to prepare classrooms, teaching materials, and essential resources. Parents are encouraged to ensure all required documents and certificates are ready, particularly for first-time students, to avoid delays during admissions.
With admissions underway and the first day of school approaching, parents, students, and staff across Shillong, Tura, and other towns and cities of Meghalaya are making final preparations for a successful start. The coordinated effort of families and schools ensures that students across the state are fully prepared for a smooth and organized beginning to the 2026 academic session.
