Bank customers across India should plan their financial transactions carefully, as banks in different parts of the country will remain closed for a total of six days between November 9 and November 15, 2026.
Bank holidays during the week are due to local festivals, Diwali-related holidays and regular weekly closures. Both public and private sector bank branches, including the State Bank of India (SBI), will remain closed on designated holidays.
However, these holidays will not be observed uniformly across the country. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) holiday calendar, bank holidays vary from state to state and city to city depending on regional festivals and local requirements.
Bank Holiday on November 14
November 14 (Second Saturday): Banks across the country will remain closed on November 14 as it is the second Saturday of the month. As per RBI guidelines, all public and private sector banks observe a holiday on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.
Apart from this, several cities and states will observe additional bank holidays during the week due to Diwali and other regional festivals.
Banks Closed on November 15
November 15 (Sunday): Banks across India will remain closed on Sunday due to the regular weekly holiday.
Customers should check the state-wise bank holiday calendar before visiting their respective branches, as festival-related holidays differ across locations.
Will Online Banking Services Remain Available?
Even when physical bank branches remain closed, customers can continue using most digital banking services.
Services such as UPI transactions, internet banking and mobile banking applications will remain available round the clock. Customers can also withdraw cash through ATMs, subject to cash availability.
Therefore, customers are advised to complete important branch-related banking work in advance to avoid inconvenience during the holiday period.