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Bank Holiday Today: Are Banks Closed on April 16? Check RBI’s State-Wise Holiday List

Siddhi Jain | April 16, 2026 10:15 AM CST

If you’re planning to visit a bank today, it’s important to check whether branches in your city are open. According to the latest update based on the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, April 16, 2026 (Thursday) is not a nationwide bank holiday—but services will remain unavailable in select regions.

Where Are Banks Closed on April 16?

Banks are closed in Assam today due to the celebration of Bohag Bihu, one of the state’s most important festivals. Also known as Rongali Bihu, it marks the Assamese New Year and the arrival of the harvest season.

On this occasion:

Bank branches remain shut
Government offices also observe a holiday
Cultural celebrations and traditional events take place across the state

Where Are Banks Open Today?

In most other parts of India, banking operations are running as usual. This includes major states such as:

Delhi
Uttar Pradesh
Bihar
Maharashtra
Rajasthan
Madhya Pradesh

Customers in these regions can visit branches for regular banking services without any disruption.

Why Bank Holidays Differ by State

Bank holidays in India are categorized under:

National holidays (applicable across the country)
State-specific holidays (based on regional festivals and events)

Since Bohag Bihu is primarily celebrated in Assam, the holiday is limited to that state only.

Upcoming Bank Holidays to Note

If you have important banking work lined up, here are a few upcoming holidays to keep in mind:

April 20, 2026: Banks closed in Karnataka for Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya
April 21, 2026: Banks closed in Tripura for Garia Puja

Planning ahead can help you avoid last-minute inconvenience.

Key April 2026 Bank Holiday Highlights

As per the RBI calendar, banks observed closures on several dates this month due to different reasons:

April 1: Annual closing of accounts
April 2: Mahavir Jayanti / other regional holidays
April 3: Good Friday
April 14–15: Multiple regional festivals including Ambedkar Jayanti, Bihu, Tamil New Year
April 16: Bohag Bihu (Assam)
April 20–21: Regional festivals (Karnataka, Tripura)

Important Tip for Customers

Before visiting a bank branch, always:

Check your local branch holiday status
Use online banking services for urgent tasks
Confirm with your bank’s official website or helpline

Digital banking services such as UPI, net banking, and mobile apps remain operational even on holidays.

Final Takeaway

April 16 is not a nationwide bank holiday, but customers in Assam should plan accordingly due to Bohag Bihu closures. For the rest of India, banking services continue normally.

Staying informed about regional holidays can save time and ensure your financial tasks are completed without hassle.

You May Also Read:

Full RBI bank holiday list for April 2026
Online banking services you can use during holidays
Upcoming public holidays in India