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Bank Holidays April 2026: Banks to Remain Closed for 14 Days — Check Full RBI Holiday List

Indiaemploymentnews | March 28, 2026 2:39 AM CST

Bank customers should plan their financial activities carefully, as banks across India will remain closed for up to 14 days in April 2026, according to the schedule issued by the Reserve Bank of India.

These holidays include weekends, festivals, and financial year-end activities. If weekends are excluded, banks will remain shut for around 8 working days, which could impact branch-related services.

April 1: Banks Closed Across India

The month begins with a nationwide bank closure on April 1, 2026, due to annual account closing.

Banks will not offer public dealing
Branches may remain open internally for staff
No cash deposit, withdrawal, or cheque services available

This is a crucial day when banks finalize financial records for the previous fiscal year.

Good Friday Holiday on April 3

On the occasion of Good Friday, banks will remain closed in major cities such as:

Delhi
Mumbai
Kolkata
Chennai
Bengaluru

Multiple Regional Holidays (April 14–16)

Several states will observe bank holidays between April 14 and April 16 due to regional festivals, including:

Ambedkar Jayanti
Bihu
Vishu
Tamil New Year

States like Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala will see bank closures during this period.

Additional Closures on April 20–21

In some states like Karnataka and Tripura, banks may remain closed or operate with limited services on April 20 and 21 due to local festivals.

Digital Banking Will Continue

Despite branch closures, customers can still access services through:

UPI payments
Mobile banking apps
Internet banking
ATM withdrawals

However, services like:

Cheque clearance
Demand drafts
In-branch transactions

will not be available on holidays.

Why You Should Plan Ahead

With multiple holidays lined up, customers are advised to:

Complete important banking work in advance
Check city-specific holiday schedules
Avoid last-minute transactions

This is especially important for businesses and individuals dealing with urgent financial tasks.

Final Take

The holiday schedule released by the Reserve Bank of India shows that April 2026 will have several non-working days for banks. While digital services remain unaffected, branch visits may be disrupted.

Planning ahead can help you avoid inconvenience and ensure smooth financial operations throughout the month.