Ramadan Office Timing in Pakistan 2025
| Office Type | Monday – Thursday Timings | Friday Timings | Saturday Timings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Offices (5-day week) | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Closed |
| Federal Offices (6-day week) | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM (Prayer break: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM) | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM (No break) | Closed |
| Banking Hours for Public Dealing | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (No break) | 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM (No break) | Closed |
A notification from the Establishment Division outlines the new timings for public offices during this year’s Ramadan, which is expected to commence on March 12, 2025. These timings were created to accommodate shorter working hours while ensuring that essential government operations continue smoothly.
Five-Day Week Offices
For public offices that operate on a five-day work week, the adjusted timings during Ramadan 2025 are as follows:
- Monday to Thursday
Offices will open at 9:00 AM and close at 3:00 PM.
- Friday
Offices will operate from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM, considering the extended time allocated for Friday prayers.
This schedule provides a balance by allotting slightly shorter working hours while ensuring employees have adequate time for their spiritual and personal responsibilities.
Six-Day Week Offices
For public offices that follow a six-day work week, the updated Ramadan 2025 schedule is as follows:
- Monday to Thursday and Saturday
Offices will open at 9:00 AM and close at 2:00 PM.
- Friday
Offices will open at 9:00 AM and close at 12:30 PM to accommodate Friday prayers.
This schedule maintains consistency across the week while offering shorter days for better work-life balance during Ramadan.