Bank Holidays in India 2025 – Full List and Important Information

Bank Holidays in India 2025: Bank holidays in India play an important role in the daily lives of people, especially for those who rely on banking services regularly. These holidays vary across states and are observed based on religious festivals, national events, and regional celebrations. In 2025, banks in India will remain closed on several days, including weekends, public holidays, and state-specific holidays.

Types of Bank Holidays

National Holidays – Celebrated all over India:
Republic Day – 26 January (Sunday)
Independence Day – 15 August (Friday)
Gandhi Jayanti – 2 October (Thursday)
Religious & Festival Holidays – Vary by state:
Holi, Eid, Diwali, Christmas, Durga Puja, Guru Nanak Jayanti, etc.
Regional Holidays – Celebrated in specific states:
Pongal (Tamil Nadu), Bihu (Assam), Onam (Kerala), etc.

Weekend Holidays:

All Sundays

Second and Fourth Saturdays of every month (as per RBI rules)

Month-Wise Bank Holidays in 2025 (Few Major Ones)

Month Holiday Date

January Republic Day 26 January (Sun)
March Holi 14 March (Fri)
April Ram Navami, Mahavir Jayanti Dates vary
May Buddha Purnima 12 May (Mon)
July Bakrid/Eid al-Adha 6 July (Sun)
August Independence Day, Raksha Bandhan 15 Aug (Fri), 18 Aug (Mon)
October Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra 2 Oct (Thu), 3 Oct (Fri)
November Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti 1 Nov (Sat), 12 Nov (Wed)
December Christmas 25 Dec (Thu)

(Note: Dates may change depending on moon sightings and state announcements)

Why Knowing Bank Holidays is Important

Helps in planning important transactions.
Avoids delays in cheque clearance, loan processing, and other services.
Useful for businesses to manage accounts and salaries.
Helps in scheduling travel and holidays better.

How to Check State-Specific Bank Holidays?

You can check the official Reserve Bank of India (RBI) website or the respective state government holiday calendar for detailed updates. Many bank websites also publish yearly holiday lists at the start of the year.

Conclusion

Bank holidays in 2025 will be a mix of national, religious, and regional festivals. It is advisable to plan all your banking-related tasks in advance and stay updated with your state’s holiday list. With digital banking options growing, services like UPI, net banking, and mobile apps can still help with basic transactions during holidays.

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