No. 6/2/96-D-II
28-February-2025
Establishment Division, Cabinet Secretariat, Government Of Pakistan
Federal Government Announces Special Office Timings for Ramazan 2025:
The Government of Pakistan, Cabinet Secretariat, Establishment Division has officially released the Ramazan office timings for federal government offices across the country. These timings will be applicable during the holy month of Ramazan 1446 Hijri, ensuring a more convenient work schedule for employees while accommodating religious observances.
As per the latest government notification, the working hours for 5-day workweek offices and 6-day workweek offices have been adjusted. Monday to Thursday, federal offices will function from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, while on Fridays, the closing time will be 12:30 PM. Similarly, offices operating on a 6-day workweek will have adjusted schedules, with work hours from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, except on Fridays.
This announcement is crucial for government employees, businesses, and citizens who rely on public sector services. The modified timings aim to ensure work-life balance, allowing employees to fulfill their professional duties while also engaging in religious activities during the holy month of Ramazan.
TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE NEXT ISSUE
OF GAZETTE OF PAKISTAN PART-III
GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN
CABINET SECRETARIAT
ESTABLISHMENT DIVISION
Islamabad, the 28th February, 2025
Notification
No. 6/2/96-D-II: The Federal Government offices shall observe the following office timings during the Holy Month of Ramazan: –
OFFICES WORKING ON 5 DAYS A WEEK BASIS
| Days | Timing |
| Monday to Thursday | 09:00 am to 03:00 p.m |
| Friday | 09:00 am to 12:30 p.m |
OFFICES WORKING ON 6 DAYS A WEEK BASIS
| Days | Timing |
| Monday to Thursday and Saturday | 09:00 am to 02:00 p.m |
| Friday | 09:00 am to 12:30 p.m |
Kindly refer to this office even letter No. dated 15th January, 2025 regarding subject matter wherein it was requested that all the dengue hotspots must be updated on dengue dashboard but it has been observed that some districts did not update dengue hotspots so far. The competent authority showed serious concern over non-compliance of the directions.
Deputy Secretary to
the Government of Pakistan
The Manager,
Printing Corporation of Pakistan Press,
Karachi.
Ensuring Efficiency & Convenience During Ramazan 2025:
The adjusted Ramazan timings for federal government offices reflect the government’s commitment to accommodating employees’ religious obligations while maintaining workflow efficiency. These timings help streamline public services while ensuring that government functions continue smoothly throughout the month.
Employees and citizens are advised to take note of the revised office hours to plan their visits accordingly. Businesses, financial institutions, and other sectors that interact with government offices should also align their schedules with these timings to avoid any inconvenience.
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