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Bank Holiday News: If you are planning to visit your bank this weekend, here’s an important update. According to the official holiday calendar released by the Reserve Bank of India, banks will remain open on the first Saturday of April (April 4, 2026).

This comes as a relief for customers who rely on Saturdays to complete pending banking work due to busy weekday schedules.

Are Banks Open or Closed This Saturday?

There is often confusion around Saturday bank operations. Here’s the simple rule followed across India:

• 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays: Banks remain open
• 2nd and 4th Saturdays: Banks remain closed

Since April 4, 2026 is the first Saturday, bank branches across most parts of India will be functioning normally.

Why the Confusion This Time?

The confusion has arisen because Good Friday (April 3, 2026) falls just one day before the first Saturday. On Good Friday, banks were closed in most states except a few regions.

So, many customers assumed that banks might remain closed on Saturday as well—but that is not the case.

State-Wise Holiday Variations

Bank holidays in India are not always uniform nationwide. While the Reserve Bank of India issues a central list, holidays may vary based on regional festivals.

For example:

• On Good Friday (April 3), banks were closed in states like
  Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal
• However, some regions such as Tripura and Rajasthan had banks open

This variation makes it important to always check the official holiday list before planning a visit.

Full List of Key Bank Holidays in April 2026

Here are some important dates to keep in mind:

• April 3: Good Friday (banks closed in many states)
• April 5: Sunday (weekly holiday)
• April 11: Second Saturday (banks closed)
• April 12: Sunday
• April 14: Ambedkar Jayanti, Baisakhi, Tamil New Year, Bihu (multiple states closed)
• April 15–16: Regional holidays like Bihu and New Year celebrations
• April 19: Sunday
• April 20: Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya (selected states)
• April 21: Garia Puja (Tripura)
• April 25: Fourth Saturday (banks closed)
• April 26: Sunday

What Services Will Be Available During Holidays?

Even when bank branches are closed, customers can still access:

• ATM withdrawals
• UPI transactions
• Mobile banking apps
• Internet banking services

These digital channels ensure uninterrupted access to basic banking needs.

Important Tips for Customers

• Plan branch visits on working days like the first Saturday (April 4)
• Avoid last-minute transactions before holidays
• Use online banking for urgent work

Final Takeaway

Banks will remain open on April 4, 2026, as it is the first Saturday of the month. However,