As per the RBI’s official holiday list, several bank branches across India will remain closed this week for Diwali and related festivals such as Kali Puja, Kati Bihu, and Bhai Dooj.
On October 23, 2025, banks in many cities are closed for Bhai Dooj celebrations.
Where and When Banks Will Be Closed
Between October 21 and October 23, banks in different states have holidays for Diwali festivities.
Here’s a quick look at the regional closures:
October 23 (Thursday): Banks closed in Gujarat, Sikkim, Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Himachal Pradesh for Bhai Bij/Bhaidooj, Chitragupt Jayanti, Laxmi Puja, Bhratridwitiya, and Ningol Chakkouba.
October 22 (Wednesday): Banks closed in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar for Diwali (Bali Pratipada), Govardhan Puja, and Laxmi Puja.
October 21 (Tuesday): Several cities in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Sikkim, Manipur, and Jammu & Kashmir observed a holiday for Diwali Amavasya or Deepawali.
October 18 (Saturday): Banks in Assam remained closed for Kati Bihu.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in October
If you’re planning to visit your bank later this month, here are the remaining holidays to note:
Chhath Puja (Evening Puja): October 27
Chhath Puja (Morning Puja): October 28
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Birthday: October 31
In addition, the second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays of the month will also be holidays:
Sunday: October 19
Fourth Saturday: October 25
Sunday: October 26
Do note that regional holidays vary by state, while national gazetted holidays apply across all banks in the country.
Plan Ahead for a Hassle-Free Festive Week
Keeping track of these holidays can help you plan your banking activities efficiently.
If you have urgent transactions, make sure to complete them before the holidays begin.
For those looking to make the most of the long festive weekends, this could also be a great time to plan a short getaway or family trip.
