Bank Holidays 2026: Full Month-Wise List of Bank Closed Dates in India

bank holidays 2026: Banks across India will remain closed on multiple dates in 2026 due to national holidays, religious festivals, and mandatory weekend shutdowns. As per RBI guidelines, banks will also remain shut on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, along with Sundays.

While online banking services will continue uninterrupted, in-branch services such as cash transactions, locker access, cheque clearing, and document verification will not be available on bank holidays.

 

Below is the month-wise confirmed bank holiday calendar for 2026.

 

January 2026 Bank Holidays

January 10 (Saturday): Second Saturday

January 24 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

January 26 (Monday): Republic Day

February 2026 Bank Holidays

February 14 (Saturday): Second Saturday

February 15 (Sunday): Maha Shivaratri

February 28 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

March 2026 Bank Holidays

March 3 (Tuesday): Holi

March 14 (Saturday): Second Saturday

March 21 (Saturday): Id-ul-Fitr

March 28 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

March 31 (Tuesday): Mahavir Jayanti

April 2026 Bank Holidays

April 3 (Friday): Good Friday

April 11 (Saturday): Second Saturday

April 25 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

May 2026 Bank Holidays

May 1 (Friday): Buddha Purnima

May 9 (Saturday): Second Saturday

May 23 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

May 27 (Wednesday): Bakrid / Eid-al-Adha

June to August 2026 Bank Holidays

June 13 (Saturday): Second Saturday

June 26 (Friday): Muharram

July 11 (Saturday): Second Saturday

August 15 (Saturday): Independence Day

September 2026 Bank Holidays

September 4 (Friday): Janmashtami

September 12 (Saturday): Second Saturday

September 26 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

October 2026 Bank Holidays

October 2 (Friday): Gandhi Jayanti

October 10 (Saturday): Second Saturday

October 21 (Wednesday): Vijaya Dashami

October 24 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

November to December 2026 Bank Holidays

November 8 (Sunday): Diwali

November 14 (Saturday): Second Saturday

November 24 (Tuesday): Guru Nanak Jayanti

November 28 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

December 12 (Saturday): Second Saturday

December 25 (Friday): Christmas Day

December 26 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Are banks closed every Saturday in India?

No. Banks are closed only on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, along with Sundays.

Q2. Will online banking work on bank holidays?

Yes. UPI, mobile banking, internet banking, and ATM services usually remain operational.

Q3. Do bank holidays differ from state to state?

Yes. Some holidays vary depending on state-specific festivals. Always check your local branch.

Q4. Are locker services available on bank holidays?

No. Locker access and in-branch services are unavailable on holidays.

Q5. Is this holiday list applicable to all banks?

Yes. The list applies to public sector, private, cooperative, and regional rural banks, subject to variations by state.

Conclusion

The India Bank Holidays 2026 calendar includes a combination of national events, religious festivals, and mandatory weekend closures. To avoid inconvenience, customers should plan branch visits and rely on digital banking services whenever possible. Since regional holidays may vary, it is always recommended to confirm with your local bank branch.