A Complete List of Bank Holidays in 2026

The Reserve Bank of India issues a yearly holiday calendar that mentions the days when banks remain closed. Thus, individuals must be aware of this to plan their days accordingly. This piece illustrates the list of bank holidays in this year. So, individuals willing to know about it can keep scrolling!

What are the Bank Holidays in 2026?

Bank holidays vary with each state. The following list of bank holidays specifies the days the banks will remain closed and mentions the second and fourth Saturdays on which banks are closed across all the states.

Day and Date	Bank Holidays	States
10th January, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
24th January, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
26th January, Monday	Republic Day	Across the country
14th February, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
28th February, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
15th February, Sunday	Maha Shivaratri	Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Bihar
3rd March, Tuesday	Holi	Applicable for many states
14th March, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
20th March, Friday	Ugadi	Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Goa
28th March, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
3rd April, Friday	Good Friday	Applicable for many states
11th April, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
14th April, Tuesday	Vaisakhi	Assam, Bengal, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Kerala, Odisha, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand
14th April, Tuesday	Ambedkar Jayanti	Across the country
25th April, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
1st May, Friday	May Day	Across the country
9th May, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
23rd May, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
27th May, Wednesday	Bakrid/Eid al-Adha	Across the country
13th June, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
27th June, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
11th July, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
25th July, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
8th August, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
15th August, Saturday	Independence Day	Across the country
22nd August, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
4th September, Friday	Janmashtami	Across the country
12th September, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
26th September, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
2nd October, Friday	Gandhi Jayanti	Across the country
10th October, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
24th October, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
8th November, Sunday	Diwali	Across the country
14th November, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
28th November, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country
12th December, Saturday	2nd Saturday	Across the country
25th December, Friday	Christmas Day	Across the country
26th December, Saturday	4th Saturday	Across the country

Thus, this is all about bank holidays in 2026. Knowing about the same will help individuals schedule the holidays and perform the necessary tasks that are impossible to do on regular days or relax their minds from their regular work routine.

FAQs about Bank Holidays in 2026

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How many bank holidays are available in April 2026?

There are nearly 5 bank holidays in April 2026, spread across the country. Some are national holidays applicable throughout the country, while others are specific to certain states.

Are state holidays valid for all banks?

No, holidays celebrated in specific states cannot be considered bank holidays, with certain exceptions.

What are the major national bank holidays in India for 2026?

Major national bank holidays include Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15), and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2).

Do all banks close on weekends?

Yes, all banks in India are closed on Saturdays (2nd and 4th) and Sundays.

What should I do if I need banking services on a holiday?

Most banks offer online banking services that remain operational even when physical branches are closed. On these days, you can make transactions using mobile apps or online portals.

Is there a difference between public holidays and bank holidays?

Yes, public holidays may apply to government offices and schools, while bank holidays refer to days when banks are closed. Some public holidays may not be recognised as bank holidays.

How can I find the official list of bank holidays for 2026?

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the official list of bank holidays and can be found on their official website.