Banks across India will remain closed for 13 days in July 2025 due to regional festivals, public observances, and routine weekend breaks. Check the full state-wise list to avoid disruptions in your banking plans.
July-3, 2025: Banks across India are set to observe 13 holidays in July 2025, including seven regional festivals and regular weekend breaks. As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar, customers should plan ahead, especially for in-branch transactions, to avoid inconvenience.
While branches will remain closed on specific dates based on state-wise celebrations, digital banking services such as UPI, net banking, mobile apps, ATMs, and card payments will continue to operate seamlessly.
Breakdown: Festival Holidays and Weekend Closures
In addition to the routine Sunday holidays and closures on the second and fourth Saturdays, the following dates will see banks closed in specific states:
| Date | Day | Occasion | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 3 | Thursday | Kharchi Puja | Agartala |
| July 5 | Saturday | Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday | Jammu & Kashmir |
| July 6 | Sunday | Weekly Holiday | All States |
| July 12 | Saturday | Second Saturday | All States |
| July 13 | Sunday | Weekly Holiday | All States |
| July 14 | Monday | Beh Deinkhlam | Shillong |
| July 16 | Wednesday | Harela | Dehradun |
| July 17 | Thursday | Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh | Shillong |
| July 19 | Saturday | Ker Puja | Agartala |
| July 20 | Sunday | Weekly Holiday | All States |
| July 26 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday | All States |
| July 27 | Sunday | Weekly Holiday | All States |
| July 28 | Monday | Drukpa Tshe-zi | Gangtok |
Regional Highlights:
- Agartala (Tripura): Banks will be closed on July 3 for Kharchi Puja and July 19 for Ker Puja.
- Jammu & Kashmir: Banks will shut on July 5 to observe the birth anniversary of Guru Hargobind Ji.
- Shillong (Meghalaya): Holidays on July 14 (Beh Deinkhlam) and July 17 (Death anniversary of U Tirot Singh).
- Dehradun (Uttarakhand): Banks will remain shut on July 16 for Harela, an agrarian festival.
- Gangtok (Sikkim): A holiday is declared on July 28 for Drukpa Tshe-zi, a key Buddhist festival.
Digital Banking Remains Operational
Despite physical closures, customers can still access services like ATM withdrawals, internet banking, mobile apps, credit/debit card usage, NEFT/RTGS, and apply for banking facilities like chequebooks or lockers online.
It is advisable to check local bank holiday schedules and make branch visits accordingly to avoid disruption in services.
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