List of Bank Holidays in January 2025

Updated: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 3:34 [IST]

As January ushers in the new year, it also brings a series of bank holidays across India. These holidays, spanning national celebrations, regional festivals, and weekends, offer an opportunity to balance financial responsibilities with personal downtime. Here's an overview of the bank holidays in January 2025 and tips on how to make the most of them.

List of Bank Holidays in January 2025

Date	Day	Occasion	State Closure
January 1, 2025	Wednesday	New Year's Day	All over India
January 5, 2025	Sunday	Sunday	All over India
January 6, 2025	Monday	Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti	Chandigarh, Haryana
January 11, 2025	Saturday	Second Saturday	Pan India, Missionary Day (Mizoram)
January 12, 2025	Sunday	Sunday and Swami Vivekananda Jayanti	Pan India, West Bengal
January 13, 2025	Monday	Lohri	Punjab, Jammu, Himachal Pradesh
January 14, 2025	Tuesday	Sankranti and Pongal	Multiple States, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh
January 15, 2025	Wednesday	Thiruvalluvar Day and Tusu Puja	Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam
January 19, 2025	Sunday	Sunday	Pan India
January 23, 2025	Thursday	Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti	Odisha, Tripura, West Bengal
January 24, 2025	Saturday	Fourth Saturday	All over India
January 26, 2025	Sunday	Republic Day	All over India
January 30, 2025	Thursday	Sonam Losar	Sikkim

How to Prepare for Bank Holidays

Plan Your Visits:

With multiple holidays in January, ensure to schedule important transactions or visits to the bank on working days.

Go Digital:

Use online banking, UPI, or mobile apps for hassle-free transactions during holidays. Most banking services now offer seamless digital options.

Keep Cash Ready:

For those residing in areas with limited ATM facilities, withdrawing cash in advance can save you from last-minute trouble.

Leverage Holidays for Leisure:

These breaks can also be an excellent time to unwind. Festivals like Makar Sankranti and Pongal bring communities together, making it a perfect time to celebrate and relax with family.