The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in consultation with state governments, has released the official list of bank holidays, which is also available on the RBI’s website. Despite these closures, online services such as internet banking, mobile banking, UPI, and ATM services will continue to operate without interruption.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the bank holidays scheduled this month, including national and regional observances:
Bank Closed in: Gangtok (Sikkim)
Bank Closed in: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Dehradun, Jaipur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Shimla, Bhubaneswar
Bank Closed in: Imphal
Nationwide Holiday – All Banks Closed Across India
Bank Closed in: Aizawl, Chennai, Hyderabad, Patna, Raipur, Ranchi, Vijayawada, Gangtok, Chandigarh, Jammu, Srinagar
Bank Closed in: Agartala
Bank Closed in: Guwahati
Bank Closed in: Mumbai, Belapur, Nagpur, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Panaji
Bank Closed in: Bhubaneswar, Panaji
Apart from the above-mentioned festival-specific closures, banks will also remain shut on their regular weekly offs:
August 3 (Sunday)
August 9 (Second Saturday)
August 10 (Sunday)
August 17 (Sunday)
August 23 (Fourth Saturday)
August 24 (Sunday)
August 31 (Sunday)
All customers are advised to plan their bank visits accordingly.
Online transactions via net banking, mobile banking apps, UPI, and ATMs will function as usual.
If you need to deposit cash, update passbooks, or handle loan documentation, try to complete them before the holidays.
While most national holidays like Independence Day (August 15) affect banking operations across India, regional festivals such as Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, and others cause closures in specific states. Hence, it’s crucial to refer to the state-wise list before stepping into your local bank branch.
Conclusion:
With 15 days of bank closures in August 2025, it's wise to manage your financial tasks in advance. Mark your calendars, check your regional holiday schedule, and rely on digital banking services when needed.