List of Bank Holidays in May 2025: Full State-wise Schedule

Updated: Monday, July 27, 2026, 12:27 [IST]

As May 2025 approaches, individuals and businesses planning to carry out important banking transactions are advised to stay informed about the bank holiday calendar.

State-wise List of Bank Holidays in May 2025

Throughout the month, banks across various regions of the country will remain closed for a total of 12 days. These holidays include national observances, regional festivals, and regular weekend closures as per the guidelines set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under the Negotiable Instruments Act.

These closures will affect scheduled and non-scheduled banks alike, and while physical branches will not be operational on these days, customers will continue to have access to online and digital banking services.

Digital Banking to the Rescue

With increasing reliance on digital platforms, customers can carry out essential banking tasks through:

UPI (Unified Payments Interface)

IMPS (Immediate Payment Service)

Internet and mobile banking apps

These platforms allow for uninterrupted services such as money transfers, bill payments, account statements, and more-even when bank branches are closed. However, customers are still encouraged to complete in-branch tasks such as cheque clearance or document submission before the holidays begin to avoid inconvenience.

Detailed Overview of Bank Holidays in May 2025

Below is a detailed breakdown of the key dates when banks will remain shut across different states:

Date	Day	Occasion	Regions Affected
May 1, 2025	Thursday	Labour Day / Maharashtra Day	Belapur, Bengaluru, Chennai, Guwahati, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Imphal, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram
May 9, 2025	Friday	Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti	Kolkata
May 11, 2025	Sunday	Weekly holiday	All States
May 12, 2025	Monday	Buddha Purnima	Agartala, Aizawl, Belapur, Bhopal, Dehradun, Itanagar, Jammu, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shimla, Srinagar
May 16, 2025	Friday	State Day	Gangtok
May 24, 2025	Saturday	Fourth Saturday	All States
May 25, 2025	Sunday	Weekly holiday	All States
May 26, 2025	Monday	Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti	Agartala
May 29, 2025	Thursday	Maharana Pratap Jayanti	Shimla
May 10, 2025	Saturday	Second Saturday	All States
May 4, 2025	Sunday	Weekly holiday	All States
May 18, 2025	Sunday	Weekly holiday	All States

Note: Holiday observance may vary slightly depending on state regulations and local customs.

Why These Holidays Matter?

Bank holidays are not just a matter of administrative protocol; they are often linked to significant historical events, cultural observances, and local pride. For example:

Labour Day celebrates the working class and labour rights.

Buddha Purnima commemorates the birth of Gautama Buddha and is widely observed in states with Buddhist influence.

Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti honours India's Nobel Laureate and cultural icon in West Bengal.

These observances reflect the diversity of India's cultural and social fabric.

Plan Ahead to Avoid Disruptions

While digital banking continues to make financial services more accessible, being aware of bank holiday schedules is still crucial for time-sensitive activities. Customers are advised to consult their local bank branches for region-specific closures and plan transactions in advance to ensure a smooth banking experience throughout May 2025.