Bank Holidays 2026: Banks to remain closed for these many days this year - Full list

New Delhi:

The new year brings new responsibilities, including managing your finances and planning your banking. This is important for both individuals and business owners. This is why the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the 2026 bank holiday calendar. This calendar lists the dates when public and private banks will be closed. Holidays are based on national holidays, religious festivals, and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, which may result in variations in the number of bank holidays across states.

Impact of national festivals and weekly holidays

According to the RBI calendar, certain holidays will be uniformly applicable across the country. Banks will be closed nationwide on national holidays, including Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15), and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2). Additionally, banks will observe weekly holidays on every Sunday as before. Additionally, the second and fourth Saturdays of every month will also be mandatory bank holidays. Considering these weekly and Saturday holidays alone, banks will remain closed on several days in 2026.

Bank Holidays 2026 Full List

In addition to national holidays, several bank holidays apply to different states and cities. The RBI has clarified that the total number of bank holidays in 2026 will vary by state and city. Therefore, customers are advised to check their state's holiday list before undertaking any important banking work.

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