Will banks be closed on Dhanteras? Here’s the latest update on bank holidays during Diwali
Are banks open or closed on Dhanteras this year? Check the RBI holiday calendar to find out when banks will be closed—and when they will remain operational—during the period covering Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.
Preparations for Dhanteras and Diwali are underway across the country. People are busy with various tasks, from purchasing gold and silver to buying items for home decoration. If you have any banking-related work to attend to, it is important to be aware of the upcoming holidays. There is some confusion regarding whether banks will be closed on Dhanteras; let’s find out if they will be shut on November 6th.
By reviewing the bank holiday calendar, we can determine the status of bank operations following Dhanteras, as well as identify the specific dates and locations where banking services will be unavailable between Diwali and Bhai Dooj. Read on to learn more.
Are banks open or closed on Dhanteras?
This year, Dhanteras falls on Friday, November 6th. On this day, bank branches in most states—including Delhi—will remain open. This means customers can visit their banks to deposit cash, process cheques, or update their passbooks. In short, Dhanteras is not a bank holiday.
Nevertheless, it is always advisable to check with your specific branch or consult the RBI’s holiday list before planning a visit to the bank.
Are banks closed on Diwali?
This year, Diwali falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Since bank branches are already closed on Sundays, they will remain shut on Diwali.
Additionally, due to festivals such as Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj, banks in certain locations will also remain closed on November 9th, 10th, and 11th.
List of bank holidays from Diwali to Bhai Dooj –
| Date |
Day |
Bank Status |
Reason for Holiday |
Where Banks Are Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 8 |
Sunday |
Banks Closed |
Diwali and Sunday |
Across India |
| November 9 |
Monday |
Banks Closed |
Diwali / Lakshmi Puja / Govardhan Puja |
Tripura, Madhya Pradesh, Chandigarh, Sikkim, Manipur, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh |
| November 10 |
Tuesday |
Banks Closed |
Bali Pratipada / Govardhan Puja / Vikram Samvat New Year |
Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand and Sikkim |
| November 11 |
Wednesday |
Banks Closed |
Bhai Dooj / Lakshmi Puja / Chitragupta Puja |
Sikkim, Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Himachal Pradesh |
What banking tasks can still be performed while banks are closed?
Even if banks remain closed for several days between Dhanteras and Diwali, your essential tasks will not be interrupted. For instance, you can continue to transfer money via UPI and use ATMs. Net banking services also remain available. You can complete all your shopping through online transactions, ensuring that bank holidays do not cause any significant inconvenience.
