Supreme Court of Pakistan Announces Winter Vacations
Supreme Court of Pakistan Announces Winter Vacations schedule for 2025 according to the notification issued on November 22, 2025 he winter holidays will start on Thursday December 18, 2025 and the Court will reopen on Thursday January 1, 2026 the announcement comes under Rule 5 of Order II of the Supreme Court Rules 2025.
While the Court itself will remain closed for routine matters during the vacation, its administrative offices will continue to function, except on public holidays. Authorities emphasized that urgent matters, including criminal cases and court-directed dates, will be fixed before available benches to ensure timely proceedings.
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| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Winter Vacation Start | Thursday, December 18, 2025 |
| Court Reopening | Thursday, January 1, 2026 |
| Administrative Offices | Open except on public holidays |
| Urgent Matters | Criminal cases, court-directed dates, time-sensitive proceedings |
| Notification Issued By | Irshad Hussain, Senior Assistant Registrar (Admin) |
Notification Details and Official Issuance
The winter vacation notification was signed by Irshad Hussain, Senior Assistant Registrar (Admin). Copies of the notice were forwarded to relevant government departments, high courts, attorney general offices, bar councils, and other judicial institutions across the country.
The move ensures that all legal and administrative stakeholders are informed about the schedule well in advance. Courts will prioritize urgent and time-sensitive matters even during the vacation, reflecting the Supreme Court’s commitment to maintaining judicial efficiency throughout the holiday period.
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Key Dates and Timings
- Winter Vacation Start: Thursday, December 18, 2025
- Court Reopening: Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Offices Open: Administrative offices functional, except on public holidays
- Urgent Cases: Criminal cases, court-directed dates, and time-sensitive matters to be heard
- Notification Issued By: Irshad Hussain, Senior Assistant Registrar (Admin)
Important Guidelines for Legal Practitioners
- Ensure all urgent filings are submitted before December 18, 2025
- Monitor notices from high courts and relevant judicial departments
- Keep track of court-directed dates scheduled during the vacation
- Plan hearings and submissions around the official winter vacation period
- Coordinate with administrative offices for urgent matters requiring attention
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