Bank Holiday Calendar
See bank closed days – Sundays, 2nd and 4th Saturdays and national holidays.
Banks are closed on all Sundays and on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Festival and state holidays differ by state – check the RBI holiday list for your state.
Frequently asked questions
Banks in India are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month and on all Sundays. They work on the first, third and fifth Saturdays.
Holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act are notified by state governments, and the RBI publishes the state-wise list. Holidays differ by state, so check the RBI holiday list for your state.
Key facts from official sources
NEFT has been available 24×7 on all days of the year since 16 December 2019. — Source: Reserve Bank of India
RTGS is available 24×7 and has a minimum transfer amount of ₹2 lakh. — Source: Reserve Bank of India
Customers of banks and NBFCs can file free complaints under the RBI Integrated Ombudsman Scheme at cms.rbi.org.in. — Source: Reserve Bank of India
Written by BankHelpline Editorial Team · Reviewed by Sheetal Pawar, Director · Last updated . Content is researched from official sources such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), credit bureaus and lender websites, and reviewed periodically. Rates and charges change often – always confirm the latest terms with the lender.