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  • Holiday Alert!! Banks Closed on 24, 25, 29 May: Details Inside

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    Banks Closed on 24

    Banks closed on 24 May

    It is a national bank holiday, so banks closed on 24 May, 2025, on the occasion of the 4th Saturday. There will be Holiday on 25 May, 2025.

    Which Saturdays are bank holidays?

    All 2nd Saturdays and 4th Saturdays are declared as National Bank Holidays in India. Sundays are also declared as bank holidays across the country. If you are planning to visit Bank, you can visit Branch on 26 May as Banks will remain closed for 2 consecutive days.

    How to do a transaction

    You can use ATM for withdrawing money on 24 and 25 May, 2025 or complete transaction using Net-banking or UPI. Some ATMs can face a shortage of cash as a result of 2 consecutive bank holidays.

    Today & Upcoming Bank Holiday

    The next date on which banks will be closed is:

    DateOccasionState
    24 MaySaturdayNational
    25 MaySundayNational
    29 MayMaharana Pratap JayanthiHaryana and Himachal Pradesh
    Conclusion

    There is a National Bank holiday on 24 and 25 May. Check this article for any change in banks closed on 24 and 25 May. 29 May is also a bank holiday in Haryana and Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of Maharana Pratap Jayanthi.

    You can stay updated on bank and state government holidays at HolidayAlerts.in for today’s & tomorrow’s holiday information.

    Is it a Bank Holiday on 24 May?

    Yes, it’s a Bank Holiday on 24 May for Saturday.

    Is it a Bank Holiday on 25 May?

    Yes, it’s a Bank Holiday on 24 May for Sunday?

    Is it a Bank Holiday on 29 May?

    Yes, it’s a Bank Holiday on 29 May on the occasion of Maharana Pratap Jayanthi in Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.

  • Holiday Alert!! Bank Holiday from 10-12 May: No offline transactions for 3 days

    There is a bank holiday from 10-12 May in India for 3 consecutive days. 12 May is a bank holiday in many states on the occasion of Buddha Purnima. Citizens will not be able to transact via bank branch visits. Read this bank holiday from 10-12 May to know if it is a bank holiday in your state too.

    bank holiday from 10-12 May
    bank holiday from 10-12 May

    Banks Holiday from 10-12 May

    Bank Holiday on 10, May

    Banks are closed on 10, May all across India as the 2nd Saturday is celebrated as National Bank Holiday. There will be no offline transaction on Saturday.

    Bank Holiday on 11, May

    Banks will remain closed the next day also. As 11 May is a Sunday, there will be no offline transactions in banks. However, you can complete your transaction through UPI, ATM, or online banking.

    Buddha Purnima, Bank Holiday 10-12 May,

    Banks will remain closed on 12 May too in many states on the occasion of Buddha Purnima. You can check the table below to know if it is a bank holiday from 10-12 May in your state.

    DateDayOccasionState
    10, MaySatSatNational Holiday
    11, MaySunSunNational Holiday
    12, MayMonBuddha PurnimaAndaman & Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu &Kashmir, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal
    Conclusion

    Banks will remain closed on 10 May for Saturday Holiday, 11 May for Sunday, & 12 May for Buddha Purnima. ATM, UPI, and other online modes will remain functional. To know if it is a government/bank holiday today or tomorrow? Visit HolidaysAlerts.in.

    Also Read

    Holiday Alert!! May 2025 Government Holidays: Complete List and Significance

    FAQ

    Is it a Bank Holiday on 10, May?

    Yes, it is a National Bank Holiday in India for Saturday.

    Is it a Bank Holiday on 11, May?

    Yes, it is a National Bank Holiday in India for Sunday.

    Is it a Bank Holiday on 12, May?

    Yes, it is a Bank Holiday on 12, May for Buddha Purnima in Andaman & Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu &Kashmir, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal.

    Is Buddha Purnima a Bank Holiday?

    Yes, Buddha Purnima is a Bank Holiday in 17 States. Read this article “Bank Holiday from 10-12 May” to know more.

    For how many days banks will remain closed?

    It is a Bank Holiday from 10-12 May.

  • HolidayAlert!! Banks Closed on 8 May– Full Holiday Details Inside

    Banks closed on 8 may
    Banks closed on 8 may

    Bank Holiday on Rabindranath Jayanti

    Banks will be closed on 8 May on the occasion of Rabindranath Jayanti. It is a bank Holiday to honour his legacy as a poet, writer and philosopher.

    Bank Holiday Announcement

    There is a official holiday declaration by Reserve Bank of India on 8 May. As per official calendar of RBI.

    Banks are closed in :-

    OccasionState
    Ravindranath Tagore’s BirthdayWest Bengal
    Tripura

    Impact on Banking Sector

    Bank branches will remain closed. However, you can withdraw money using an ATM or complete your transaction through digital alternatives.

    Loan EMI’s will be deducted by online transaction but cheque clearance will be affected in these states for a day.

    What remains operational after Banks closed on 8 May

    Online banking, UPI and mobile banking services will remain operational throughout the day. For stock market closure on 8, May visit this page.

    State Wise Holiday Variations

    The Bank Holiday for Ravindranath’s Jayanti will be limited to West Bengal & Tripura. Banks in all other states will remain open on 8, May.This holiday applies to both Private and Public Sector Banks in both States.

    Historical Context

    Ravindranath Tagore was a a Bengali polymath who worked as a poet, writer, composer, philosopher, social reformer, and painter. There will be Banks closed on 8 May on his Birthday across various states in India specially in West Bengal and Tripura.

    State Holiday on the occasion

    While Government Holiday will be on 9, May(Friday) in both the States. Bank Holiday was declared a day before to avoid 2 consecutive holidays as there is 2nd Saturday Bank Holiday on 10, May.

    Conclusion

    There is a Bank holiday on 8, May in West Bengal and Tripura. Check this article for any change in banks closed on 8 May.

    You can stay updated on Bank and State Government Holiday at HolidayAlerts.in for Today’s & Tomorrow’s holiday information. Also Read

    Is 9 May Government Holiday in your State?: Check details here
    FAQ’s

    Is it a Bank Holiday on 8, May?

    Yes, it is a Bank Holiday on 8 May in Tripura and West Bengal.

    Why banks are closed on 8, May?

    Banks are closed on 8, May on the occasion of Ravindranath Tagore’s Jayanti.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 8, May?

    No, 8 May is not a government holiday. But it’s a bank holiday in Tripura and West Bengal.

  • Holiday Alert!! Is 6 May a Holiday in Bihar, Check Government Holiday Here

    Holiday on 6 may in bihar
    Holiday on 6 may in bihar

    According to official calendar of Bihar Government there is a Holiday on 6 May. While rest other states declared Holiday in their state for the same occasion on 12 May. So, there is a Holiday on 6 May in Bihar.

    This day is a public holiday on the occasion of Buddha Purnima. Instead of declaring a government holiday on 12, May Bihar State officially declared it’s holiday on 6, May.

    Official Announcement of Holiday Declaration

    All government offices and government schools will be closed on 6, May. If you are planning a visit to government department kindly complete your work a day before.

    Banks will remain open throughout the day. There will be no Bank Holiday on 6, May.

    Private Schools may remain open. You are advised to check your school notification for holiday on 6 may.

    Historical Significance of Holiday on 6 May in Bihar

    Mahatma Gautam Buddha began his search for answers to human suffering from Bihar. It is the State where Buddha found enlightenment under tree named Mahabodhi Tree which is now present in the Mahabodhi Temple.

    It is celebrated with religious ceremonies, prayers, chanting, meditations and offering flowers.

    How Bihar celebrates Buddha Purnima?

    A 3 day festival is celebrated in Bodh Gaya, Bihar. More than 10,000 Buddhists travel to Bodh Gaya, Bihar for celebration. Accommodation and Medical facilities for devotees are arranged in Kalchakra Ground.

    Public Transport in State

    All means of public transport will remain affected specially in Bodh Gaya as many people visit Bodh Gaya from state and all across the country.

    To check holiday of your State, Bank or Stock Market click here. You can also get daily updated Today’s and Tomorrow’s holiday on our homepage.

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    For any correction or any change kindly let us know from our homepage.

    FAQ’s

    Is it a Government Holiday on 6 may?

    Yes, it a Government Holiday in Bihar on 6 May.

    When is the Buddha Purnima Holiday in Bihar

    Buddha Purnima Holiday in Bihar is on 6, May

    Is it a District or State Holiday on 6 May?

    It is a State Holiday on 6, May in Bihar on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.

    Will Salaried Employees get a paid leave?

    All government employees will get paid leave while there is no paid leave for private firm employees.