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Banks to Close for 16 Days in October 2026: Check Your City's Holiday List!
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News18•01-10-2026, 18:33
Banks to Close for 16 Days in October 2026: Check Your City's Holiday List!
- •Indian banks will observe 16 holidays in October 2026, combining national, state, and weekly closures.
- •Holidays include Gandhi Jayanti, Ayudha Puja, Vijayadashami, and Durga Puja, varying by state and city.
- •Customers should verify local bank holidays before visiting branches, as per RBI's calendar.
- •Key dates include October 2 (Gandhi Jayanti), October 19 (Ayudha Puja/Durga Puja), and October 20 (Vijayadashami/Dussehra).
- •Digital banking, mobile banking, and ATMs will remain operational for transactions during closures.
Key Questions Answered
In October 2026, banks across the country will be closed for a total of 16 days due to national and state-level festivals.
Yes, customers can continue to use online banking, mobile banking, and ATM services without interruption during bank holidays, barring any technical glitches.
Yes, according to the Reserve Bank of India's holiday calendar, festival-related holidays vary from state to state and city to city, so customers should check local status before visiting.
