Upcoming Bank Holidays: Banks to Remain Closed for 5 Days Starting November 5 — Check State-Wise Schedule
If you have any banking tasks planned this week, it’s time to take note — banks across several Indian states will remain closed for multiple days between November 5 and November 9, 2025. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued an updated list of regional holidays, and while banks won’t be shut nationwide for all five days, many states will observe state-specific closures due to festivals and weekends.
Five-Day Break Begins with Guru Nanak Jayanti
The series of holidays begins on Wednesday, November 5, when the country celebrates Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima. On this day, banking operations will remain closed in major states such as Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir.
However, in states like Gujarat, Kerala, Bihar, Goa, Karnataka, and parts of the Northeast, banks will remain open for regular transactions.
November 6 – Nongkrem Dance Festival and Bihar Assembly Elections
The next day, Thursday, November 6, banks in Meghalaya and Bihar will remain closed. Meghalaya will observe the Nongkrem Dance Festival, one of its most vibrant traditional celebrations, while Bihar will see closures due to the State Assembly Elections 2025. Other states will have normal working hours for banks.
November 7 – Wangala Festival in Meghalaya
On Friday, November 7, banks in Meghalaya will again remain closed in celebration of the Wangala Festival, dedicated to harvest rituals and traditional music. This will be a working day for all other states.
November 8 – Second Saturday and Kanakadasa Jayanti
Banks across the country will be closed on Saturday, November 8, due to the Second Saturday of the month, which is a standard nationwide bank holiday. Additionally, in Karnataka, branches will also remain closed in observance of Kanakadasa Jayanti, a state festival commemorating the poet-saint Kanakadasa.
November 9 – Sunday Weekly Off
The holiday stretch concludes on Sunday, November 9, when all banks across India will remain closed for the weekly off.
Services Unaffected for Online Banking Users
Even though bank branches will remain closed for several days, digital banking services will continue without interruption. Customers can use ATMs, internet banking, mobile apps, and UPI platforms for all essential transactions such as fund transfers, bill payments, and balance inquiries.
Plan Banking Visits in Advance
Those who need to visit a bank branch for important tasks such as cash deposits, cheque clearances, or document submissions should plan their visits around this schedule. With multiple back-to-back holidays, there could be minor delays in services like cheque processing and inter-branch transactions.
November 2025 Bank Holiday Summary (State-Wise Highlights)
| Date | Occasion | States Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 5 (Wed) | Guru Nanak Jayanti / Kartik Purnima | Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, UP, Rajasthan, MP, Maharashtra, WB, Jharkhand, Uttarakhand, J&K |
| Nov 6 (Thu) | Nongkrem Dance Festival / Bihar Assembly Election | Meghalaya, Bihar |
| Nov 7 (Fri) | Wangala Festival | Meghalaya |
| Nov 8 (Sat) | Second Saturday / Kanakadasa Jayanti | Nationwide, Karnataka |
| Nov 9 (Sun) | Sunday Weekly Holiday | Nationwide |
Final Takeaway
While banks will not be shut simultaneously across the entire country, customers in several states will experience consecutive non-working days. It’s best to complete all urgent transactions before November 5 to avoid inconvenience.
The RBI’s regional holiday calendar ensures that banking operations remain aligned with local customs and festivals while maintaining essential digital access for customers. So even during the extended break, you can count on seamless online and UPI services for all your financial needs.
