Bank Holiday 2025 India – Full List, Meaning & Planning Tips
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🏦 Bank Holiday in India: Everything You Need to Know in 2025
Whether you’re a salaried employee planning a weekend trip or a student trying to escape an exam, Bank Holidays in India are a big deal. But what exactly counts as a bank holiday? How do they differ from public holidays? And most importantly, how do you make the most of them? Let’s dive in.
📅 What is a Bank Holiday?
A bank holiday is a day when banks and most financial institutions remain closed to the public. These holidays are declared under the Negotiable Instruments Act of 1881, and they can vary state to state.
➡️ Note: Bank holidays aren’t always national holidays. Some may apply only in specific states.
🔍 Types of Bank Holidays in India
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National Holidays – Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti
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Religious Holidays – Diwali, Eid, Christmas
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Regional Holidays – Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Bihu in Assam, etc.
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Second & Fourth Saturdays – Regular bank offs
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Special Holidays – Elections, Government Announcements
📺 Watch This Video to Understand Bank Holidays in Detail:
👉 YouTube: Bank Holidays in India Explained
🗓️ Bank Holidays in India – 2025
January 2025
January 1 (Wednesday): New Year's Day – Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana
January 14 (Tuesday): Makar Sankranti / Pongal – Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana
January 15 (Wednesday): Pongal – Tamil Nadu
January 26 (Sunday): Republic Day – Nationwide
February 2025
February 14 (Friday): Vasant Panchami / Saraswati Puja – Odisha, West Bengal
February 26 (Wednesday): Maha Shivaratri – Nationwide
March 2025
March 14 (Friday): Holi – Most states
March 31 (Monday): Id-ul-Fitr – Nationwide
April 2025
April 10 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti – Nationwide
April 14 (Monday): Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti – Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and others
April 18 (Friday): Good Friday – Nationwide
May 2025
May 12 (Monday): Buddha Purnima – Nationwide
June 2025
June 7 (Saturday): Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) – Nationwide
July 2025
July 6 (Sunday): Muharram – Nationwide
August 2025
August 15 (Friday): Independence Day – Nationwide
August 16 (Saturday): Janmashtami – Nationwide
October 2025
October 2 (Thursday): Gandhi Jayanti – Nationwide
October 21 (Tuesday): Diwali – Most states
November 2025
November 5 (Wednesday): Guru Nanak Jayanti – Nationwide
December 2025
December 25 (Thursday): Christmas Day – Nationwide
💼 Are Bank Holidays Paid in India?
Yes, in most companies (especially government jobs and regulated private sectors), bank holidays are paid. However, those in retail, food delivery, e-commerce, and other essential sectors may have to work on these days.
🧳 How to Use Bank Holidays Wisely (Long Weekend Hacks)
📌 Combine holidays with weekends:
Example: August 15 (Friday) + Sat-Sun = 3-day trip ✅
📌 Plan trips in advance to get cheaper tickets
📌 Use the time for relaxation or side hustle
📺 Watch: Best Places to Travel on Bank Holidays in India
👉 YouTube: 10 Best Short Trips for Bank Holiday Weekends
🛍️ What’s Open on Bank Holidays?
| Service | Status |
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| ATMs | ✅ Open |
| Net Banking | ✅ Available |
| Government Offices | ❌ Closed |
| Retail Stores | ✅ Mostly Open |
| Stock Markets | ❌ Closed |
🔗 Useful Resources
Reserve Bank of India – Holiday Calendar
Indian Government Holiday List Portal