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Bank Holiday in February 2026: Banking operations are expected to be affected in February 2026. According to the RBI calendar, banks will remain closed in several states, including Maharashtra and Sikkim, due to regional festivals like Shivaji Jayanti and Losar. Be sure to check this complete list of holidays before visiting the bank.

Bank Holiday In February 2026: The month of February is about to begin, and this time the banking calendar might be challenging for some states. According to the new guidelines of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), bank branches will remain closed in February 2026 due to several regional festivals and the birth anniversaries of prominent personalities. Financial transactions are likely to be significantly affected, especially in Maharashtra and the northeastern states, due to consecutive holidays.

On which days will banks be closed in February?

Apart from weekly holidays (Sundays and 2nd/4th Saturdays), banks will be closed on these specific days:

February 18 (Wednesday): Banks will be closed in Sikkim due to the 'Losar' festival.
February 19 (Thursday): All government and private banks in Maharashtra will be closed on the occasion of 'Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti'.
February 20 (Friday): Banking operations will be suspended in Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram due to 'Statehood Day'.

Long weekend effect in Maharashtra and the Northeast

In Maharashtra, banks are closed on February 19 (Thursday), after which they will be open only on Friday before the Sunday holiday. Similarly, in Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram, there is a holiday on February 20 (Friday), followed by the Sunday holiday, which may slow down the pace of work there. If you need to get a draft made or complete essential tasks like KYC, note these dates in your diary.

Digital transactions are an alternative

Even if bank branches are closed, online payment systems (IMPS, NEFT, RTGS) and UPI services will remain operational 24/7. You can use any bank's ATM if you need cash.