The Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan has officially released the Ramadan office hours for government offices and institutions across the country to accommodate the spiritual needs of employees during the holy month. The announcement aims to strike a balance between work responsibilities and religious observance as millions prepare for fasting starting later this month. According to the notification, revised office timings will come into force throughout Ramadan once the month officially begins. The adjustment follows tradition in Muslim-majority countries where working hours are shortened to support fasting workers. New Government Office Hours for Ramadan Under the official Ramadan schedule, the workplace hours for most federal offices will be adjusted as follows: Monday to Thursday: 9:00 am to 2:30 pm Friday: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm These timings allow employees time for spiritual duties, prayer and iftar preparations while ensuring that essential government services remain functional and accessible to the public. Officials have said the revised hours apply to all federal ministries, departments, attached offices and public institutions. Private sector organisations are encouraged to adopt similar timings to help working professionals manage fasting comfortably. Flexible and Supportive Work Policies Expected Many employers and HR specialists have welcomed the move, saying shorter daily hours help workers maintain productivity while conserving energy during fasting. Internationally, similar adjustments are common during Ramadan. For example, the United Arab Emirates announced reduced working hours from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm on weekdays and until 12:00 pm on Fridays for federal ministries and some private sector roles. The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) in Pakistan is expected to issue detailed implementation guidelines to ensure all departments align their work schedules with the court’s order once Ramadan begins. Some offices may also allow flexible shift patterns to accommodate staff needs during long fasting days and prayer times. Ramadan and Public Services Revised work hours will also impact public service delivery areas, including passport offices, which have already announced their own adjusted timings for Ramadan to ease crowd management and facilitate citizens who require services during the holy month. Local authorities and business chambers are preparing recommendations for private firms so that workers in factories, retail and small businesses can also benefit from similar timing adjustments. These supportive measures are expected to improve employee wellbeing and reduce stress during fasting hours. Ramadan Preparations Across Pakistan Authorities are also planning other logistical arrangements for the holy month as the nation anticipates the first fasts. The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will meet soon to sight the crescent moon and officially declare the start of Ramadan. Experts say the first day of fasting may fall around February 19, 2026, subject to credible moon sightings. Muslims across Pakistan are preparing for spiritual renewal, increased prayers, charity drives and community iftars as the blessed month of Ramadan approaches.