Bank holidays in India play a crucial role in planning financial transactions, vacations, and official work. In 2025, Indian banks will observe several national and state-specific holidays. This article provides a comprehensive month-wise list of all bank holidays across India.
January 2025 Bank Holidays
- January 1 (Wednesday): New Year’s Day (Restricted Holiday)
- January 14 (Tuesday): Makar Sankranti / Pongal
- January 26 (Sunday): Republic Day (National Holiday)
February 2025 Bank Holidays
- February 12 (Wednesday): Guru Ravidas Jayanti (Punjab, Haryana)
- February 19 (Wednesday): Chhatrapati Shivaji Jayanti (Maharashtra)
- February 26 (Wednesday): Maha Shivratri
March 2025 Bank Holidays
- March 13 (Thursday): Holi (Observed in various states)
- March 31 (Monday): Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan)
April 2025 Bank Holidays
- April 6 (Sunday): Ram Navami
- April 10 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14 (Monday): Dr. B R Ambedkar Jayanti / Tamil New Year
- April 18 (Friday): Good Friday
May 2025 Bank Holidays
- May 1 (Thursday): May Day / Labour Day
- May 12 (Monday): Buddha Purnima
June 2025 Bank Holidays
- June 6 (Friday): Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha)
August 2025 Bank Holidays
- August 9 (Saturday): Raksha Bandhan
- August 15 (Friday): Independence Day
- August 16 (Saturday): Krishna Janmashtami
September 2025 Bank Holidays
- September 5 (Friday): Onam (Kerala)
- September 27 (Saturday): Milad-un-Nabi (Eid-e-Milad)
October 2025 Bank Holidays
- October 2 (Thursday): Gandhi Jayanti (National Holiday)
- October 20 (Monday): Diwali (Deepavali)
November 2025 Bank Holidays
- November 5 (Wednesday): Guru Nanak Jayanti
December 2025 Bank Holidays
- December 25 (Thursday): Christmas Day
Conclusion
Bank holidays in India vary by state and occasion. It is always advisable to check the official notifications from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and state governments for the most accurate holiday details. Proper planning around these holidays ensures smooth financial transactions and travel arrangements.
