Banks across India will remain shut on several days between March 30 and April 5, 2026, due to a combination of regional festivals and weekend closures, as outlined in the Reserve Bank of India calendar. These Bank Holidays 2026 will be observed by all public and private sector banks, including State Bank of India, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Axis Bank.
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Detailed List of Bank Holidays 2026
- March 30: Banks in Karnataka will remain closed on account of Mahavir Jayanti.
- March 31: Multiple states including Ahmedabad, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, New Delhi, Bihar, and Jharkhand will observe a holiday for Mahavir Janmakalyanak. This is one of the key dates under Bank Holidays 2026.
- April 1: Banks in several states will remain closed for annual account closing. This widespread closure makes it one of the most significant days in the Bank Holidays 2026 schedule.
- April 2: Banks in Kerala will be closed due to Maundy Thursday.
- April 3: On Good Friday, banks across many states including Gujarat, Karnataka, Telangana, Kerala, Delhi, and others will remain closed, marking anothermajor day in Bank Holidays 2026.
- April 5: Banks nationwide will be shut due to the Sunday weekend.
Regional Variations in Bank Holidays
The Reserve Bank of India specifies that Bank Holidays 2026 differ across regions depending on local festivals and observances. Customers are advised to check their state-specific holiday list before planning bank visits.
Digital Banking Services to Continue
Despite multiple Bank Holidays 2026, customers can continue using digital banking services such as internet banking, mobile apps, ATMs, and UPI without any disruption.
Additionally, banks will continue to remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, as per RBI guidelines.