Bank Holiday: Find Out If Banks Will Be Closed from September 13-18

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and state governments determine the list of bank holidays, taking into account national and regional occasions, operational needs, and cultural celebrations.

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This week and the next feature a combination of regional holidays, festivals, and weekends, which could result in some banks across India being closed for up to six consecutive days between September 13-18. However, since these holidays are not observed nationwide, it’s best to confirm the schedule with your local bank branch or via app notifications.

In total, public and private banks in India will be closed for at least 14 days in September 2024, including weekends (second and fourth Saturdays) and Sundays, as well as various religious and regional festivals. To avoid inconvenience, it’s advisable to plan your bank visits accordingly.

Bank Holiday: Find Out If Banks Will Be Closed from September 13-18

For cash emergencies, online banking services and mobile banking apps will remain operational, unless otherwise notified. ATMs will also be available for cash withdrawals.

Bank Holidays Between September 13-18:

  • September 13: Ramdev Jayanti / Teja Dashmi (Rajasthan)
  • September 14: Second Saturday / Onam (Pan-India / Kerala)
  • September 15: Sunday / Thiruvonam (Pan-India / Kerala)
  • September 16: Eid-e-Milad (Pan-India)
  • September 17: Indra Jatra (Sikkim)
  • September 18: Sree Narayana Guru Jayanti (Kerala)

Additionally, there’s another long weekend in some states from September 21-23, with holidays including Shree Narayana Guru Samadhi (Kerala), Heroes’ Martyrdom Day (Haryana), and the Sunday in between. The fourth Saturday and last Sunday of the month—September 28 and 29—are also listed as holidays.

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Earlier this month, banks were closed on September 1 (Sunday), September 7 (Ganesh Chaturthi), and September 8 (Sunday).

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and state governments determine the list of bank holidays, taking into account national and regional occasions, operational needs, and cultural celebrations. The RBI announces these holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act, which governs transactions involving cheques and promissory notes. Bank holidays are classified under three categories: Negotiable Instruments Act Holidays, Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) Holidays, and Account Closing Days.

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