MP High Court Optional Holidays 2026: List of 54 Declared

The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, has officially released the list of optional holidays for the year 2026. This notification is specifically for the officers and employees working in the District Judiciary under the Madhya Pradesh High Court. A total of 54 optional holidays have been declared, from which each eligible officer or employee can avail three (3) holidays as per their preference.

Notification Overview

Key Provisions for Optional Holidays

• Eligibility: This list of optional holidays is applicable to all officers and employees of the District Judiciary under the High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
• Entitlement: Each officer/employee is entitled to avail a maximum of three (3) optional holidays from the declared list of 54 holidays. No employee can take more than three optional holidays.
• Sanctioning Authority: The Principal District and Sessions Judges are authorized to sanction these optional holidays for the officers and employees working in their respective District Judiciary establishments, adhering to the aforementioned restrictions.

List of Optional Holidays for 2026

Here is the comprehensive list of 54 optional holidays declared by the Madhya Pradesh High Court for its District Judiciary in 2026:

Important Instructions for Employees

• Officers and employees of the District Judiciary are advised to carefully review the list of optional holidays.
• You must select your three preferred optional holidays from this list and apply for them as per the established internal procedures of your respective court/office.
• Ensure that your chosen holidays do not exceed the limit of three days.
• The sanctioning of these holidays will be at the discretion of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, adhering to the guidelines mentioned in the official notification.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Who is eligible for these optional holidays?

A: All officers and employees of the District Judiciary under the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur, are eligible for these optional holidays.

Q2: How many optional holidays can an employee avail in 2026?

A: Each eligible officer/employee can avail a maximum of three (3) optional holidays from the declared list of 54 holidays for the year 2026.

Q3: What is the process to apply for an optional holiday?

A: Employees should follow the established internal application process of their respective court or office to request their chosen optional holidays. The holidays will be sanctioned by the Principal District and Sessions Judge.

Q4: Can I combine optional holidays with other types of leave?

A: While the notification specifies the entitlement for optional holidays, the rules for combining them with other types of leave (e.g., casual leave, earned leave) are typically governed by the general service rules of the Madhya Pradesh government. It’s advisable to consult your HR department or administrative section for clarity on such combinations.

Q5: What if my preferred optional holiday is not sanctioned?

A: The sanctioning of optional holidays is subject to administrative discretion and operational requirements. If your preferred holiday is not sanctioned, you may need to choose an alternative from the remaining list of optional holidays.

Q6: Is this list applicable to all government employees in Madhya Pradesh?

A: No, this specific notification is issued by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh and is applicable only to the officers and employees of its District Judiciary. Other state government departments may have their own separate lists of optional holidays.

Q7: Will a revised list be issued later in the year?

A: This notification provides a comprehensive list for the entire year 2026. While revisions are rare, any future changes or corrigendum would be officially notified by the High Court. Employees should always refer to the latest official announcements.

Q8: What is the difference between gazetted and optional holidays?

A: Gazetted holidays are mandatory public holidays observed by all government offices and institutions. Optional holidays, on the other hand, are a list of additional holidays from which employees can choose a limited number (usually 2-3) based on their personal or religious preferences, subject to approval from their department.