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Bank Holiday: If you are planning to visit a bank today—April 25, 2026—you must read this news first. Today marks the fourth Saturday of the month; consequently, banks across the country will remain closed.

Now, another question may have crossed your mind: why exactly do banks remain closed on the fourth Saturday? Let's find the answer to this question as well.

Saturday Bank Holiday: Why do banks remain closed on the fourth Saturday?
In India, all banks operate according to the holiday schedule established by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). As per RBI regulations, banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. Additionally, every Sunday is also a bank holiday.

Since today, April 25, is the fourth Saturday, banks across the nation are closed. Consequently, you will not be able to conduct any banking business by visiting a branch in person.

This rule applies to all types of banks, including: Public Sector Banks, Private Sector Banks, Cooperative Banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), and Small Finance Banks. In other words, every bank—from SBI to HDFC Bank—is closed today.

When else will banks be closed in April?
All banks will remain closed on April 26, as it falls on a Sunday. Following this, banks in certain regions of West Bengal may remain closed on April 29 due to elections (Phase 2).
Please note that some states may observe additional holidays due to local festivals; therefore, be sure to check the holiday calendar specific to your city.

Online Services Remain Operational
Although bank branches are closed, digital banking services will continue to function. You can easily perform the following tasks from the comfort of your home: online transactions, mobile banking, ATM withdrawals, bill payments via net banking, and more.

If you have any urgent banking-related tasks, please plan to attend to them on the next working day—April 27, 2026. By utilizing digital services during these holidays, you can complete your banking tasks without any interruptions.

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