Bank Holidays in August 2026: Complete State-wise List of Bank Holidays, Festivals & Weekend Closures

Published: Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 15:33 [IST]

Banks across India will remain closed on several days in August 2026 due to national holidays, regional festivals, and weekly weekend holidays as per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar. Customers planning to visit bank branches for cash deposits, cheque clearance, demand drafts, or other banking services should check the holiday schedule in advance to avoid inconvenience.

It is important to note that bank holidays vary from state to state, depending on local festivals and observances. While physical bank branches may remain closed on notified holidays, internet banking, mobile banking, UPI, IMPS, NEFT (as per availability), ATMs, and digital payment services will continue to function normally.

Bank Holidays in August 2026

Below is the complete list of major bank holidays in August 2026.

Date	Day	Occasion	Applicable States
August 2	Sunday	Weekly Holiday	All States
August 8	Saturday	Second Saturday	All States
August 9	Sunday	Wekly Holiday	All States
August 13	Thursday	Patriot's Day	Manipur
August 15	Saturday	Independence Day	Across India
August 16	Sunday	Weekly Holiday	All State
August 19	Wednesday	Janmashtami	Selected States
August 20	Thursday	Janmashtami (in some states)	Selected States
August 22	Saturday	Fourth Saturday	All States
August 23	Sunday	Weekly Hoilday	All States
August 27	Thursday	Ganesh Chaturthi	Maharasthra Goa, Karnataka & Selected States
August 28	Friday	Genesh Chaturthi (Second Day)	Selected States
August 30	Sunday	Weekly Holiday	All States

Note: Regional holidays may differ from one state to another. Customers should verify the holiday list applicable to their respective state or union territory.

Weekend Bank Holidays in August 2026

As per RBI guidelines, banks remain closed on:

All Sundays
Second Saturday (August 8, 2026)
Fourth Saturday (August 22, 2026)

These holidays are applicable to all scheduled and private sector banks across India.

Online Banking Services Will Remain Available

Even when bank branches remain closed, customers can continue using digital banking facilities, including:

Internet Banking
Mobile Banking
UPI Payments
IMPS Fund Transfers
ATM Cash Withdrawal
Debit and Credit Card Services
Balance Enquiry and Mini Statement
Bill Payments
FASTag Recharge
Online Fixed Deposit and Loan Services

Customers are encouraged to use these digital services to complete routine banking transactions during holidays.

Banking Services Affected During Holidays

The following branch-based services may not be available on bank holidays:

Cash deposits and withdrawals at bank counters
Cheque deposit and manual clearing services
Demand Draft (DD) issuance
Passbook printing
Locker operations
Account opening and KYC verification
Loan documentation
In-person customer support

Customers should plan these activities on working days.

Why Do Bank Holidays Differ Across States?

The Reserve Bank of India prepares the bank holiday calendar under the Negotiable Instruments Act along with holidays declared by individual state governments. Therefore, while holidays such as Independence Day, Second Saturday, Fourth Saturday, and Sundays are common nationwide, several festival holidays are observed only in specific states.

For example:

Patriot's Day is observed in Manipur.
Ganesh Chaturthi is a major holiday in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and some other regions.
Janmashtami may be observed on different dates depending on local traditions and state notifications.

Tips for Customers

Before visiting your bank branch in August 2026:

Check whether your state has a regional bank holiday.
Complete important banking work before long holiday weekends.
Download account statements and transaction records in advance if required.
Keep sufficient cash available if you expect branches to remain closed for consecutive days.
Use UPI, ATMs, internet banking, and mobile banking for routine transactions.

Conclusion

The August 2026 bank holiday calendar includes national holidays, regional festivals, and regular weekend closures. Since holiday schedules vary by state, customers should verify the applicable dates before planning branch visits. Although physical branches will remain closed on notified holidays, most essential banking services will continue uninterrupted through digital channels, ensuring convenient access to financial transactions throughout the month.