Bank holidays in India (Oct 19-25, 2026) for Dussehra and Durga Puja

Mumbai: Banks across several Indian states will remain closed between October 19 and 25, 2026, due to Dussehra, Durga Puja and other regional festivals. Customers should check their local bank holiday calendar before visiting branches.According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) holiday schedule, closures will vary across states and banking centres, while banks nationwide will remain shut during the weekend.Bank Holidays On October 19On Monday, October 19, banks will remain closed in Tripura, Mizoram, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Assam, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Nagaland, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and Meghalaya.The holidays are linked to Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami, Ayutha Pooja and other regional celebrations.Bank Holidays On October 20Tuesday, October 20, will see widespread bank closures across India due to Dussehra and Vijaya Dashami.Banks will remain shut in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, Kerala, Odisha, Assam, Goa and several other states and Union Territories. Banks Shut For Janmashtami Tomorrow, Is Your City On The Holiday List?However, banks in Sikkim and Manipur will remain open.Bank Holidays From October 21-23On Wednesday, October 21, banks will remain closed in Tripura, Karnataka, Sikkim, Assam, Kerala and West Bengal for Durga Puja, Vijaya Dasami and Maha Dashami celebrations.Banks in Sikkim will also remain closed on Thursday, October 22, and Friday, October 23, for Durga Puja (Dasain).Nationwide Weekend Bank HolidaysBanks across India will remain closed on Saturday, October 24, as it is the fourth Saturday of the month.Sunday, October 25, will also be a regular weekly holiday.Will UPI And ATM Services Work?Despite branch closures, customers can continue using ATMs, UPI, internet banking and mobile banking for routine transactions.However, services requiring branch visits, including demand drafts and certain cheque-related activities, may face delays.Customers are advised to confirm their local branch's holiday schedule before planning important banking transactions.

As the festive season in India draws near, numerous bank holidays will mark the month of October. It’s essential for customers to verify the holiday schedules specific to their regions, particularly regarding closures for Dussehra, Durga Puja, and other festivities. Fortunately, services like ATMs and mobile banking will still operate, allowing for uninterrupted transactions. Careful planning can help customers navigate potential inconveniences during this busy season.

Banks will be closed on October 19 and 20, 2026 in many states for Dussehra, Durga Puja, and related festivals. Closures vary by state, with some having consecutive holidays.