Bank Holidays in November 2025: Which days will your branch be closed?

With 11 days of bank closures in November 2025, including regional festivals, Sundays and fixed‑Saturday breaks, will your branch be accessible when you need it? Here’s everything you need to plan ahead and avoid surprises.

New Delhi: In November 2025, banks across India are scheduled to be closed on 11 days, combining nationwide weekends and special regional holidays announced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Customers are advised to check state‑specific calendars before planning visits to their branches, while digital services remain available.

Full List of Holidays in November 2025

Here are the key days when banks will be closed, subject to regional variations:

• 1 Nov (Sat): Kannada Rajyothsava / Igas‑Bagwal in Karnataka and Uttarakhand.
• 2 Nov (Sun): Weekly holiday nationwide.
• 5 Nov (Wed): Guru Nanak Jayanti / Kartika Purnima in many states.
• 6 Nov (Thu) & 7 Nov (Fri): Nongkrem Dance and Wangala Festival in Meghalaya.
• 8 Nov (Sat): Second Saturday + Kanakadasa Jayanti in Karnataka & Kerala; banks closed nationwide.
• 9 Nov (Sun): Weekly holiday nationwide.
• 16 Nov (Sun): Weekly holiday nationwide.
• 22 Nov (Sat): Fourth Saturday holiday nationwide.
• 23 Nov (Sun): Weekly holiday nationwide.
• 30 Nov (Sun): Weekly holiday nationwide.

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Which Services Still Work on These Days?

Even when branches are closed, many banking services continue uninterrupted:

• Online and mobile banking platforms allow fund transfers, bill payments and balance checks 24/7.
• UPI and card‑based transactions remain functional via ATMs and digital wallets.
• Remote requests for chequebooks, demand drafts and account services can still be submitted online, though branch processing may be delayed.

How to Verify if Your Branch Will Be Closed?

Because branch closures depend on state‑specific holidays, you should:

• Visit the official Reserve Bank of India website for the latest regional holiday calendar.
• Check with your home‑branch or bank’s official app/website for a local list of branch holidays.
• Assume a branch may be closed on second and fourth Saturdays and every Sunday, unless announced otherwise.

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Why Banks Close on Sundays & Fixed Saturdays?

Under RBI guidelines, scheduled banks must observe:

• All Sundays as holidays for public/customer dealing.
• The second and fourth Saturdays of each month as standard holidays for branches.
• Regional or national holidays declared under the Negotiable Instruments Act/other statutes.
• These closures help standardise banking availability, while online and ATM services provide continuous access.

Planning Your Banking Ahead

With 11 bank‑closure days next month, it’s wise to:

• Complete any branch‑based work (e.g., cheques, cash deposits, account updates) before the listed dates.
• Use digital banking for routine tasks even during holidays.
• Double‑check with your local branch if you must visit, especially if your transaction is time‑sensitive.

By being aware of the calendar and using alternative channels when needed, you can ensure smoother banking through November 2025.