Bank Holiday Alert: Several Bank Branches to Remain Closed Across India During the Last Week of June

Customers planning to visit bank branches in the coming days may want to check the holiday schedule before stepping out. According to the banking holiday calendar, several public and private sector bank branches across India will remain closed on multiple days during the final week of June 2026 due to regional observances, weekends, and scheduled banking holidays.

While banking services will continue through digital platforms, physical branch operations may be affected in certain states and cities. The holiday pattern varies by region, making it important for customers to verify local schedules before planning cash deposits, cheque clearances, account-related requests, or other branch-dependent services.

Multiple Bank Holidays Scheduled During the Final Week of June

The last week of June includes a mix of regional festivals and regular weekend closures. As a result, customers in some locations could experience an extended break in branch banking services.

Although not every holiday applies nationwide, certain regions will see bank closures on consecutive days due to overlapping holidays and weekends.

Bank Holiday Schedule: June 25 to June 30, 2026

June 25, 2026 (Thursday)

Banks in Vijayawada are scheduled to remain closed in observance of Muharram-related holidays recognized in the region.

Customers in other parts of the country should note that branch operations are expected to continue as normal unless local authorities announce additional holidays.

June 26, 2026 (Friday)

A banking holiday is expected to affect several major cities across India. Branches may remain closed in locations including:

• New Delhi

• Mumbai

• Kolkata

• Chennai

• Bengaluru

• Hyderabad

• Lucknow

• Kanpur

• Bhopal

• Patna

• Raipur

• Ranchi

• Nagpur

• Belapur

• Jammu

• Srinagar

• Agartala

• Aizawl

Customers are advised to complete urgent banking transactions in advance if their city is included in the holiday list.

June 27, 2026 (Saturday)

As the fourth Saturday of the month, all scheduled commercial banks across India will remain closed. This holiday applies to both public and private sector banks.

June 28, 2026 (Sunday)

All bank branches nationwide will remain shut due to the regular weekly Sunday holiday.

Additional Regional Holidays at the End of the Month

Apart from the extended weekend closures, some states will observe additional local holidays during the final days of June.

June 29, 2026 (Monday)

Banks in Shimla are expected to remain closed on the occasion of Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti.

June 30, 2026 (Tuesday)

Bank branches in Aizawl will observe a holiday for Remna Ni, a regional observance recognized in Mizoram.

Why Are Banks Closed on Certain Saturdays?

Many customers often wonder why bank branches remain closed on specific Saturdays. Under banking regulations, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks in India remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.

In addition, all Sundays are designated weekly holidays for bank branches nationwide.

For June 2026, the nationwide weekend banking holidays include:

• Sunday, June 7

• Saturday, June 13 (Second Saturday)

• Sunday, June 14

• Sunday, June 21

• Saturday, June 27 (Fourth Saturday)

• Sunday, June 28

These closures are part of the standard banking calendar followed throughout the country.

Digital Banking Services Will Continue Uninterrupted

Even when bank branches are closed, customers can continue accessing most banking services through digital channels.

Mobile banking apps, internet banking platforms, UPI-based payment services, and ATM networks will remain operational throughout the holiday period. Customers can use services such as:

• Online fund transfers

• UPI payments

• Mobile banking transactions

• Utility bill payments

• Balance inquiries

• Cash withdrawals through ATMs

• Card-based transactions

Popular payment platforms such as UPI-enabled apps and bank-operated digital services will continue functioning normally.

Plan Banking Tasks in Advance

With multiple regional and weekend holidays scheduled during the final week of June, customers are encouraged to complete branch-related work ahead of time. Transactions requiring physical verification, document submission, cheque processing, locker access, or in-person assistance may be delayed if attempted on holiday dates.

Checking the holiday schedule in advance can help customers avoid last-minute inconvenience and ensure smooth completion of important banking activities.