Bank Holiday Alert: Will Banks Remain Closed on Saturday, September 13, 2025? Check RBI’s Holiday List

If you’re planning to visit your bank branch this weekend, it’s important to know the official holiday schedule. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) list of bank holidays, all banks across the country will remain closed on Saturday, September 13, 2025, as it falls on the second Saturday of the month.

Banks Shut on 2nd and 4th Saturdays

In India, banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, in addition to Sundays and declared public holidays. Since September 13 is the second Saturday, physical banking services at branches will not be available. Customers who had planned to complete urgent banking work on that day will need to reschedule.

Digital banking facilities such as internet banking, mobile apps, ATMs, and UPI services will, however, continue to function without interruption.

List of Weekly Bank Holidays in September 2025

Apart from national and regional festivals, banks will remain closed on the following weekends in September:

• September 7 (Sunday)

• September 13 (Second Saturday)

• September 14 (Sunday)

• September 21 (Sunday)

• September 27 (Fourth Saturday)

• September 28 (Sunday)

This means that customers should plan their in-branch visits carefully to avoid inconvenience.

Festival and Regional Bank Holidays in September 2025

Alongside the weekend holidays, RBI has also notified a number of state-specific holidays during September. These vary across regions depending on local traditions and festivals. Some of the key ones include:

• September 3 (Wednesday): Karma Puja in Ranchi

• September 4 (Thursday): Onam in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram

• September 5 (Friday): Eid-e-Milad and Thiruvonam in cities including Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, and Hyderabad

• September 6 (Saturday): Eid-e-Milad/Indrajatra in Gangtok, Jammu, Raipur, and Srinagar

• September 12 (Friday): Post-Eid holiday in Jammu and Srinagar

• September 22 (Monday): Navratri Sthapana in Jaipur

• September 23 (Tuesday): Maharaja Hari Singh Jayanti in Jammu and Srinagar

• September 29 (Monday): Maha Saptami/Durga Puja in Agartala, Gangtok, and Kolkata

• September 30 (Tuesday): Maha Ashtami/Durga Ashtami in Agartala, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Kolkata, Patna, and Ranchi

Why Checking the RBI Holiday Calendar is Important

Bank holidays in India are categorized into two groups: national holidays (common across the country) and regional holidays (observed in specific states based on festivals or local events). While online services reduce dependency on physical branches, many essential tasks such as cheque clearance, demand drafts, and documentation still require in-person visits.

By referring to the RBI holiday calendar, customers can avoid last-minute surprises and plan their banking activities accordingly.

Bottom Line

Banks will remain closed nationwide on Saturday, September 13, 2025, due to the second Saturday rule. Customers are advised to finish any urgent banking transactions in advance or use digital alternatives like UPI, net banking, and ATMs. With multiple festive holidays lined up in September, keeping track of the RBI holiday list is crucial for smooth financial planning.