Bank Holiday Today, September 20, 2025: Will Banks Remain Closed on Saturday? Here’s the RBI Holiday List

If you were planning a bank visit on Saturday, September 20, 2025, here’s some good news—banks across India will remain open today. Despite common confusion, this date falls on the third Saturday of the month, which is a working day under the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) guidelines.

According to RBI rules, banks are closed only on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, while the first, third, and fifth Saturdays are considered regular working days. Along with this, banks are also closed on Sundays and officially declared government holidays.

Why People Often Get Confused About Bank Holidays

Many customers are unsure about banking operations on Saturdays. The confusion usually arises around the third Saturday. However, the rule is clear—except for the second and fourth Saturdays, all other Saturdays are working days. Therefore, anyone with urgent banking work can visit their nearest branch today without concern.

Banking Services Available Today

Since September 20 is a regular working Saturday, all standard services such as deposits, withdrawals, account inquiries, cheque clearances, and other branch-related transactions will be available. Customers can also access digital banking services like internet banking, mobile banking, and ATMs as usual.

RBI’s September 2025 Bank Holiday Calendar

Apart from the weekly offs (Sundays and second/fourth Saturdays), the RBI has also issued a list of regional holidays for September 2025. These holidays are specific to states and cities, based on local festivals and cultural events.

Here is a breakdown of major holidays this month:

• September 3 (Wednesday): Karma Puja in Ranchi

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

• September 5 (Friday): Eid-e-Milad/Thiruonam in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and other cities

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

• September 12 (Friday): Post-Eid-e-Milad 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, Ranchi, and several other cities

These dates highlight that bank closures vary across states. Customers should always check the local holiday list of their respective branches before planning a visit.

Upcoming Weekend Holidays in September 2025

Here are the weekend holidays when banks across the country will remain closed:

• September 7 (Sunday)

• September 13 (Second Saturday)

• September 14 (Sunday)

• September 21 (Sunday)

• September 27 (Fourth Saturday)

• September 28 (Sunday)

Key Takeaway for Customers

If you have important work pending, you can visit your bank branch today, September 20, without any issues. Branches will function like any regular weekday, and all financial services will be available. To avoid last-minute inconvenience, it is advisable to track the RBI holiday calendar for your state.

In short, while RBI’s nationwide rules apply, regional festivals may lead to additional holidays depending on the location. Hence, checking your local branch holiday list can save time and ensure smooth financial planning.