Private and public sector banks in India will be closed for just one day this coming week, between May 11 and 17, 2026. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a list of nine holidays for all banks this month, including the State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and others. This includes weekend holidays on the second Saturday, fourth Saturday, and all Sundays. Unless a specific public or regional holiday is declared, banks are generally open on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays of each month.
Bank Holidays This Week: Check Dates
Since banking is one of the most essential services people rely on, staying updated on bank holidays in India helps avoid delays in completing important branch work. There will be only one holiday this coming week. According to the RBI calendar, all banks across the country will be closed on Sunday, May 17, as it is a weekend holiday.
Bank holidays may vary by state, depending on regional and local customs. Therefore, users should consult the RBI holiday list or check the approved holiday schedule with their local bank branch to be prepared for emergencies or extended holidays.
Bank Holidays in May
Banks were closed on Friday, May 1, 2026, for May Day/Buddha Purnima, and will remain closed on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, for Bakrid/Eid al-Adha. In addition to these holidays, banks will also be closed on the second Saturday (May 9), fourth Saturday (May 23), and five Sundays. Holidays in May
May 23 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday
May 24 (Sunday)
May 27 (Wednesday): Bakrid/Eid al-Adha
May 31 (Sunday)
When are banks generally closed?
Since bank holidays in India vary by state and are determined by local festivals and customs, bank closures are not uniform across the country. These vary depending on regional and national holidays. As per RBI guidelines, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks remain closed throughout India on gazetted public holidays, as well as on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month and all Sundays.
Online Banking Remains Operational During Holidays
- Despite bank branches being closed, essential banking services remain operational across the country. During bank holidays, online banking services are available nationwide to ensure uninterrupted access. Customers can utilise these services to make financial transactions easier.
- Anyone can use UPI or the respective bank’s app to make payments and receive money from others. These services operate 24 hours a day, regardless of whether banks are open.
- However, these services may be suspended during scheduled maintenance, which the bank will inform you about in advance.
- Fund transfer requests can also be made using the NEFT/RTGS transfer form, demand draft request form, and chequebook form.
- In addition to these options, credit cards, debit cards, and ATM cards can also be obtained through card services.
- Services such as account maintenance forms, setting up standing instructions, and applying for a locker are also available.
