Bank Holiday Alert: Check State-Wise Closures This Week for Holi Festivities

Customers planning to visit bank branches across India this week are strongly advised to verify holiday schedules in advance to prevent any inconvenience. Financial institutions in the country observe a combination of national and state-specific holidays, meaning closure dates can vary significantly depending on the region.

Multiple Bank Closures Scheduled for Festive Observances

Several banks will remain shut this week due to various festivals and state observances. Additionally, branches will be closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of March, as per the standard guidelines issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Customers should proactively plan for essential services that require physical branch presence, such as large cash deposits, cheque clearances, and other transaction types dependent on in-person banking.

Detailed State-Wise Bank Holiday Calendar for March 2026

The following dates mark bank closures in specific states:

March 2, 2026: Banks in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed for Holika Dahan.
March 3, 2026: Bank branches in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam, Telangana, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Goa, Bihar, Jharkhand, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh will be shut in observance of Holi (Second Day), Dol Jatra, Dhulandi, Holika Dahan, or Attukal Pongala.
March 4, 2026: Banks will remain closed in Tripura, Gujarat, Mizoram, Odisha, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Meghalaya, and Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of Holi, Dhuleti, or Yaosang.

Digital Banking Services Remain Fully Operational

While physical bank branches will not be accessible on these designated holidays, customers can continue to utilize digital banking channels without interruption. Online banking platforms, mobile applications, ATMs, and UPI services will remain fully operational, enabling routine transactions such as fund transfers, bill payments, and balance inquiries.

However, it is important to note that branch-specific services, including cheque clearances, demand draft issuance, and large cash deposits, will not be available on the listed holidays. Customers are encouraged to complete such tasks ahead of time and rely on digital platforms during the closure periods to ensure seamless financial management.

Proactive planning and leveraging digital tools can help mitigate any disruptions caused by the festive bank holidays, ensuring a smooth banking experience throughout the week.