Many people plan their banking work for the weekend — only to find the bank doors shut.
That’s because not all Saturdays are working days for banks in India.
Apart from national and regional holidays, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has specific rules that decide when banks stay open or closed.
So, if you’re wondering whether banks are open today, here’s the answer.
Bank Holiday in Guwahati for Kati Bihu
Banks in Guwahati, Assam will remain closed today, October 18, due to Kati Bihu, an important local festival.
Although Dhanteras also falls on the same day, it is not a nationwide bank holiday. So, banks in other states will be open as usual.
This month, October 2025, has 21 official bank holidays — covering major festivals such as Diwali, Dussehra, Durga Puja, Maha Ashtami, and Chhath Puja, along with the usual weekend offs.
Regular Weekly Bank Closures
The RBI’s holiday schedule applies to all banks, including State Bank of India (SBI) and private banks.
Banks in India remain closed on:
All Sundays
Second and fourth Saturdays of every month
So even if it’s not a festival, you might find your bank closed on these days.
Remaining Bank Holidays in October 2025
Here’s a list of the upcoming bank holidays this month:
Chhath Puja (Evening Puja): October 27
Chhath Puja (Morning Puja): October 28
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti: October 31
Banks will also stay closed on:
Sunday, October 19
Fourth Saturday, October 25
Sunday, October 26
What You Can Do When Banks Are Closed
Even if your local bank branch is closed, most banking services are still within reach. You can:
Use online or mobile banking to transfer money, check balances, or pay bills
Withdraw or deposit cash through ATMs
Make payments easily using UPI apps like Google Pay or PhonePe
Unless there’s scheduled maintenance, these services stay active 24/7 — even on holidays.
The Bottom Line
Before stepping out for bank work, it’s always wise to check the RBI holiday calendar or your bank’s official holiday list.
With online banking at your fingertips, most financial tasks can now be done anytime, anywhere — no matter what day it is.
