Bank Holiday: Banks will remain closed today, Friday, September 25! Find out why the RBI has declared a holiday..
Bank Holiday: September 25, 2026 – Only a few days remain in the month of September. If you have pending banking tasks, this news is for you. If you are planning to visit a bank branch tomorrow—Friday, September 25—for cash withdrawals, cheque clearing, draft issuance, or KYC updates, please take note.
According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) official holiday calendar, a bank holiday has been declared in certain parts of the country for September 25. However, the good news for general customers is that this holiday will not apply nationwide.
Here are the details regarding where banks will remain closed tomorrow (September 25), the reason for the holiday, the status in your city, and the potential impact on banking services next week:
Why are banks closed tomorrow?
At the beginning of each month, the Reserve Bank of India releases a list of holidays based on festivals and local observances across various states. On September 25, the festival of 'Indrajatra' is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Sikkim and the surrounding mountainous regions.
This festival is primarily held to express gratitude to Lord Indra, the deity of rain and prosperity. Given its cultural significance, the RBI has declared an official bank holiday for the state of Sikkim (Gangtok circle) on this day under the 'Negotiable Instruments Act'.
What is the status in your state?
Since the holiday on September 25 is regional, it will not affect the entire country:
Where banks will remain fully closed: All public, private, and regional rural banks in the state of Sikkim. Business as usual here: Bank counters will open at their scheduled times in Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and all states in South India.
Complete your tasks by September 25, or your funds could be held up for five days!
Even if banks are open in your city tomorrow, complacency could prove costly. Make sure to deposit cheques or complete major transactions before the evening of September 25. The reason for this is the challenging banking schedule ahead:
September 26 (Fourth Saturday): As per regulations, all banks across the country—large or small—will remain closed.
September 27 (Sunday): Bank branches will remain completely closed due to the weekly holiday.
September 28 to 30 (Potential 3-day bank strike): The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has called for a nationwide strike on September 28, 29, and 30, demanding a five-day work week and other measures. If the strike goes ahead, branch operations could come to a complete standstill during the last three days of the month.
How will your banking needs be met while banks are closed?
If you are in Sikkim, or if you find bank branches closed during the upcoming weekend and the strike, your daily financial needs will not be affected. You can utilize the following digital options:
Online Money Transfer: NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, and UPI (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM) services will operate uninterrupted, 24/7.
Cash Deposit and Withdrawal: Cash transactions can be carried out via nearby ATMs and Cash Deposit-cum-Withdrawal Machines (ADWMs).
Statement and Balance Check: You can check your balance and statements via net banking, mobile banking apps, or WhatsApp banking. If you are in Sikkim, tomorrow—Friday, September 25—offers the best opportunity to wrap up your banking tasks. Given the holiday for the fourth Saturday (September 26) and the proposed three-day bank strike next week, you should complete pending work—such as getting drafts made, clearing cheques, or depositing cash—by tomorrow afternoon to avoid facing any financial difficulties during the final days of the month.
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