November 2026 Bank Holidays: Banks to Remain Closed for 16 Days Due to Festivals and Weekends

Banks across the country will remain closed for a total of 16 days in November 2026 due to a mix of festivals, regional events, and regular weekly holidays. According to the Reserve Bank of India holiday calendar, the month includes five Sundays and two Saturdays where branches will stay shut. Regional festival closures will also affect different cities and states depending on local celebrations. Key festival holidays during the month include Diwali, Lakshmi Puja, Govardhan Puja, Chhath Puja, and Guru Nanak Jayanti, with specific dates varying by location. For instance, banks will be closed on November 9 in cities like Agartala, Bhopal, Jaipur, and Lucknow for Diwali and related celebrations, while cities like Ahmedabad, Mumbai, and Bengaluru observe closures on November 10 for Bali Pratipada and Vikram Samvat New Year. Other regional events listed include the Wangla Festival in Shillong on November 13 and celebrations like Ningol Chakkouba and Kanakadasa Jayanti in respective states. ABP News reports that while physical bank branches remain closed on these days, essential financial tasks do not need to halt completely. Digital banking services such as UPI, mobile applications, internet banking, and ATMs will continue to operate normally throughout the holiday period for tasks like fund transfers and bill payments. However, customers needing to process large cash deposits, cheques, demand drafts, or direct branch services must wait for regular working days.

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Bank holiday schedules in India are set according to the official Reserve Bank of India calendar, which accounts for national holidays, second and fourth Saturdays, Sundays, and state-specific festivals. Because regional holidays depend heavily on local traditions, closure dates often vary significantly from one city or state to another. Digital banking alternatives help bridge the gap during these multi-day holiday stretches.