Telangana has declared Friday, September 25, 2026, a closed holiday for the Ganesh idol immersion procession across Hyderabad–Secunderabad and the adjoining Ranga Reddy and Medchal–Malkajgiri districts. Government offices, schools and colleges will remain shut, prompting same‑day exam changes and travel plans for thousands of students and staff.
Universities moved quickly. Osmania University postponed all examinations scheduled on September 25 across faculties and also issued a campus holiday circular. RGUKT Basar deferred its remedial examinations slated for September 25 and 26, with revised dates to follow on official channels. Students should track fresh timetables from today.
Telangana holiday: coverage, reason, and traffic impact
The holiday supports the large immersion procession that strains central traffic corridors and lakeside routes. Hyderabad Traffic Police have issued elaborate curbs and diversions for September 25. The order covers institutions in the twin cities and the two adjoining districts listed in the notification. A compensatory working day on November 14 was also notified.
Osmania University exams postponed: what OU students should do
OU’s postponement is blanket for September 25. The Controller of Examinations will publish rescheduled timetables online; BBA and MBA integrated programmes already received new dates on September 24, signalling a quick rollout for other courses. Keep checking OU’s website and your college notice boards for slot‑wise updates.
RGUKT Basar remedials on Sep 25–26 deferred: next steps
RGUKT Basar cited the state holiday and immersion operations while postponing remedials slated for September 25 and 26. New dates will appear on the Notices and Hub portals. Hostel residents should plan study schedules on campus, while commuters should avoid procession routes and rebook tickets if needed.
Hall‑ticket validity, practicals and internal tests: rules to remember
Unless your university explicitly reissues fresh hall tickets, the original hall ticket typically remains valid on the revised date. Practicals and internal tests of September 25 will be rescheduled department‑wise; faculty advisories will follow. Preserve your hall ticket, ID, and messages as proof until new instructions arrive.
Revised timetable and helplines: live tracker for updates
| Institution | Status | What to check | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osmania University | All Sep 25 exams postponed; some programmes rescheduled | OU website; college notices | OU circular; reschedule notice. |
| RGUKT Basar | Remedials of Sep 25–26 postponed | RGUKT Notices; Hub portal | Official notice listing. |
For today, prioritize safety and clarity. Follow police traffic advisories, keep hall tickets safe, and refresh official pages through the weekend. OU has started releasing revised dates; RGUKT will announce shortly. For case‑specific doubts, contact your college exam cell or the respective examination branches.
