Bank customers should check the holiday calendar before visiting their branch next week.
Between August 10 and August 16, 2026, banks will remain closed on three days in different parts of India due to a regional holiday, Independence Day and the regular Sunday holiday.
However, customers do not need to worry about digital banking.
UPI, internet banking, mobile banking and ATM services will continue to be available even when branches are closed.
Check the Bank Holiday Dates From August 10 to 16
Here is the complete list of bank closures during the week:
August 13, Thursday: Banks in Imphal will remain closed for Patriot’s Day.
August 15, Saturday: Banks across India will be closed for Independence Day.
The day also marks the Parsi New Year (Shahenshahi) holiday.
August 16, Sunday: Banks across the country will remain closed due to the regular weekly Sunday holiday.
Customers who need to visit a bank branch should plan their work accordingly.
Banks Will Remain Open on These Dates
Banks are expected to operate normally across most parts of the country on:
August 10, Monday
August 11, Tuesday
August 12, Wednesday
August 14, Friday
The main exception is Imphal, where branches will be closed on August 13.
Customers in areas affected by regional holidays should complete important branch-related work in advance.
Are Banks Open Today, August 8?
No. Banks across India are closed today, August 8, 2026, because it is the second Saturday of the month.
Banks in Gangtok are also observing a holiday for Tendong Lho Rum Faat.
Even though branches are closed, customers can continue using digital banking services such as UPI, mobile banking, internet banking and ATMs.
What Happens to Online Banking During Holidays?
Bank holidays mainly affect physical branches.
Digital banking services generally continue to operate.
Customers can use services such as UPI, NEFT, RTGS, internet banking and mobile banking to transfer money, pay bills and make online payments.
These services are available even on Sundays, second and fourth Saturdays and other bank holidays, subject to the applicable service rules.
However, customers should remember that a branch cannot process transactions that require physical banking services while it is closed.
What Are RBI Bank Holiday Categories?
The Reserve Bank of India broadly classifies bank holidays into different categories.
Holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act: These holidays affect cheque clearing and certain branch-based banking activities.
RTGS Holidays: These are days when RTGS transactions are not processed through physical bank branches under the applicable holiday schedule.
Bank Closing of Accounts: This is generally observed on April 1 for annual account closing activities.
What Should Bank Customers Do?
If you need to visit a branch for cash-related work, documentation, cheque services or other physical banking activities, check the holiday schedule before leaving home.
For routine transactions, digital options can still be used during holidays.
So, before planning your banking work next week, remember the key dates: August 13 for Imphal, August 15 across India and August 16 for the Sunday holiday.
