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Bank Holidays 2026: How many days will banks be closed according to the RBI calendar? Check the complete list of holidays for the entire year..

Shikha Saxena January 01, 2026 02:15 PM

As the new year 2026 approaches, banking planning becomes a crucial topic for both individuals and businesses. In this context, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the bank holiday calendar for 2026. This calendar specifies the dates on which public and private banks will remain closed throughout the year. The holidays are determined based on national festivals, religious festivals, and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, which means the number of bank holidays may vary from state to state.

Impact of National Holidays and Weekly Offs
According to the RBI calendar, some holidays will be uniformly applicable across the country. Banks will remain closed nationwide on national holidays such as Republic Day (January 26), Independence Day (August 15), and Gandhi Jayanti (October 2). In addition, banks will continue to observe their regular weekly off on Sundays. Furthermore, the second and fourth Saturdays of every month will also be mandatory bank holidays. Considering only these weekly and Saturday holidays, banks will be closed for several days regularly throughout 2026.

The number of holidays varies depending on state-wise festivals.
In addition to national holidays, several bank holidays are applicable depending on the state and city. Festivals like Mahashivratri, Holi, Ugadi, Baisakhi, Eid al-Adha, Janmashtami, Diwali, and Christmas are celebrated on different dates or with varying significance in different states. Therefore, bank closures on these days depend on the specific location. For example, Ugadi will be a bank holiday in some South Indian states, while normal banking operations may continue in other states.

Important advice for customers:
The RBI has clarified that the total number of bank holidays in 2026 will vary from state to state and city to city. Therefore, customers are advised to check the list of holidays in their respective states before undertaking any important banking transactions. However, the good news is that digital banking services such as internet banking, mobile banking, UPI, and ATM services will remain available as usual during these holidays. Knowing the bank holiday calendar with proper planning not only saves time but also ensures smooth financial transactions.

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