AskIfsc.inBank Holidays 2026
Official list of bank holidays across India. Select your state to see local and national closures.
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Holidays in Delhi
Monday
26 Jan 2026
Republic Day
Sunday
15 Feb 2026
Maha Shivratri
Wednesday
4 Mar 2026
Holi
Friday
27 Mar 2026
Ram Navami
Friday
3 Apr 2026
Good Friday
Tuesday
14 Apr 2026
Ambedkar Jayanti
Saturday
15 Aug 2026
Independence Day
Friday
28 Aug 2026
Raksha Bandhan
Friday
4 Sept 2026
Janmashtami
Friday
2 Oct 2026
Gandhi Jayanti
Tuesday
20 Oct 2026
Dussehra
Sunday
8 Nov 2026
Diwali / Deepavali
Monday
9 Nov 2026
Govardhan Puja
Tuesday
10 Nov 2026
Bhai Dooj
Tuesday
24 Nov 2026
Guru Nanak Jayanti
Friday
25 Dec 2026
Christmas
Important Note
Bank holidays also include all Sundays and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month. Digital banking services like NEFT, IMPS, and RTGS remain operational 24/7.
Saturday Rules
In India, banks remain closed on the **Second and Fourth Saturdays** of every month. The First, Third, and Fifth (if applicable) Saturdays are full working days for all public and private sector banks.
Digital Banking
Even on bank holidays, UPI, Net Banking, and ATM services remain functional. However, physical branch services like cheque clearance, cash deposits, and loan processing will be unavailable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are banks closed on all Saturdays?
No, banks are only closed on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays are working days.
Can I transfer money via NEFT on a holiday?
Yes, NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS services are now available 24/7, 365 days a year, including bank holidays.
Does the holiday list apply to private banks?
Yes, the RBI holiday calendar applies to both Public Sector Banks (like SBI) and Private Sector Banks (like HDFC, ICICI).
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