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SBI Bank Shut for 5 Days: Salary, Pension Worries Mount for Millions
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News18•21-09-2026, 15:07
SBI Bank Shut for 5 Days: Salary, Pension Worries Mount for Millions
- •State Bank of India (SBI) branches will be closed for 5 consecutive days from September 26 to 30.
- •The closure includes weekend holidays and a 3-day nationwide strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU).
- •Millions of customers, especially those relying on check-based transactions for salaries and pensions, face potential delays.
- •While online transactions (UPI, net banking, mobile banking) will remain operational, physical cash and branch services will be affected.
- •SBI has urged customers to complete all essential banking tasks requiring branch visits before September 25.
Key Questions Answered
SBI bank branches will be closed from September 26 to 30 due to weekend holidays on Saturday and Sunday followed by a three-day nationwide strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU).
Yes, online financial transactions will remain fully operational. Customers can smoothly handle small and large daily expenses, bill payments, and fund transfers using UPI, net banking, mobile banking, and official digital apps.
Services requiring physical visits to the branch—such as check clearances, document completion, physical approvals, and pending tasks like life certificates or KYC for pensioners—will be completely stalled.
