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Banks across several parts of India are expected to remain closed for multiple days next week due to a combination of regional festivals and regular weekend holidays. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) bank holiday calendar, banking operations at physical branches may remain suspended in many cities between March 16 and March 22, 2026.

The holidays during this period include religious and cultural festivals such as Shab-e-Qadr, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Eid-ul-Fitr, along with the usual Saturday and Sunday closures. However, customers should note that digital banking services like internet banking, mobile banking, UPI, and ATM transactions will continue to function normally during these holidays.

Here is a detailed breakdown of the upcoming bank holidays and the cities where branches will remain closed.

March 17: Banks Closed in Jammu and Srinagar for Shab-e-Qadr

On Tuesday, March 17, banks will remain closed in Jammu and Srinagar due to the observance of Shab-e-Qadr, an important night during the holy month of Ramadan.

This holiday will be region-specific, meaning bank branches in other states will continue normal operations on that day.

March 19: Holiday for Gudi Padwa, Ugadi and Telugu New Year

Banks in several cities will remain closed on Thursday, March 19, due to multiple regional festivals celebrated across India.

The holiday marks:

• Gudi Padwa – celebrated mainly in Maharashtra

• Ugadi – the New Year festival in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh

• Telugu New Year

• First day of Navratri in some regions

Bank branches will remain closed in cities including:

• Mumbai

• Nagpur

• Hyderabad

• Chennai

• Bengaluru

• Imphal

• Vijayawada

• Srinagar

• Jammu

• Panaji

Residents in these cities may experience limited branch services on that day.

March 20–21: Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays in Several Cities

Banks will also remain closed in certain regions due to Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, marking the end of Ramadan.

March 20 (Friday)

On Friday, March 20, bank branches will remain closed in:

• Kochi

• Thiruvananthapuram

• Vijayawada

March 21 (Saturday)

The following day, Saturday, March 21, banks will remain closed in many major cities due to Eid celebrations, including:

• Delhi

• Mumbai

• Kolkata

• Lucknow

• Jaipur

• Bhopal

• Patna

• Chandigarh

Since many banks already observe second and fourth Saturday holidays, this may extend the break in several regions.

Other Bank Holidays in March 2026

According to the RBI holiday schedule, additional bank holidays later in the month include:

Date Holiday

March 26	Shri Ram Navami
March 27	Shri Ram Navami (Chaitra Dashami – regional holiday)
March 31	Mahavir Jayanti

These holidays may vary depending on the state or city.

Digital Banking Services Will Continue

Even though bank branches will remain closed on these dates, online banking services will remain available.

Customers can continue to use:

• UPI payments

• Mobile banking apps

• Internet banking portals

• ATM withdrawals and deposits

These services allow users to transfer money, pay bills, recharge accounts, and perform most banking tasks without visiting a branch.

However, customers should keep in mind that occasionally system maintenance or heavy traffic may cause minor service disruptions, though such interruptions are usually temporary.

Plan Your Bank Visits in Advance

With multiple holidays falling within the same week, customers who need to complete branch-related tasks such as cheque deposits, account updates, or documentation work should plan their visits accordingly.

Checking the official RBI holiday list or the bank’s local branch notice before visiting can help avoid inconvenience.

While digital services provide flexibility, certain banking activities still require in-person branch visits, making it important to stay informed about upcoming holiday schedules.