Bank Holiday Today: Are Banks Closed for Durga Puja on September 29, 2025?

Published: Monday, September 29, 2025, 10:17 [IST]

On September 29, 2025, several banks across India will remain closed in observance of Durga Puja under the RBI holiday calendar. However, the holiday will vary depending on the state and region.

Bank Holiday Today on September 29 for Durga Puja

Customers are advised to check the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) list of holidays and their respective state's holiday schedule to confirm if banks are operational. Digital banking services including UPI, net banking, mobile banking, and ATMs will remain available during this period.

Bank Holiday for Durga Puja 2025 - September 29

The Durga Puja festival is one of the most significant celebrations in India, especially in states like West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, Tripura, and Bihar. This year, according to the Reserve Bank of India's holiday list 2025, September 29, 2025, has been marked as a holiday in several states to celebrate Durga Puja (Maha Navami / Ashtami / Vijaya Dashami depending on the region).

Will Banks Be Closed on September 29, 2025?

Yes, in many states, banks will remain closed on September 29 for Durga Puja celebrations. However, this is not a nationwide holiday; the closure depends on the RBI's regional holiday schedule. While branches in states observing Durga Puja will remain closed, banks in other parts of India may function as usual.

States Where Banks Are Closed

Banks are expected to remain closed on September 29, 2025 in the following states due to Durga Puja:

West Bengal
Bihar
Assam
Odisha
Tripura
Jharkhand

Other states may have normal banking operations on this day. Customers should confirm with their local branches.

Alternative Banking Services

Even though physical branches will remain closed in several states, customers can continue to use:

UPI services (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, etc.)
Net Banking & Mobile Banking
ATM withdrawals & deposits
Digital wallets & IMPS/NEFT/RTGS online transfers

This ensures that essential financial transactions are not disrupted during the festive break.

Complete Durga Puja Bank Holiday Schedule 2025

According to RBI, banks will remain closed in different states during the Durga Puja festival season on the following days:

Date	Day	Occasion	State
September 26, 2025	Friday	Maha Saptami	Holiday in select states
September 27, 2025	Saturday	Maha Ashtami	Regional holiday in eastern states
September 28, 2025	Sunday	Maha Navami	Weekly holiday (Sunday)
September 29, 2025	Monday	Vijaya Dashami/Dussehra	Bank holiday in many states
October 2, 2025	Thursday	Gandhi Jayanti	Nationwide bank holiday

This festive season, many consecutive holidays may affect banking operations, so customers are advised to plan transactions like cheque clearance, branch visits, and cash deposits in advance.

RBI Holiday Classification

The Reserve Bank of India classifies bank holidays into three categories:

Holiday under Negotiable Instruments Act
Holiday under Negotiable Instruments Act & Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) Holidays
Bank Account Closing Holidays
The Durga Puja holidays fall under the Negotiable Instruments Act category.

Why Customers Should Stay Updated

Since Durga Puja is a regional holiday, banks in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and other non-eastern regions may remain open. Customers should keep track of updates via the RBI holiday calendar or their bank's official notification to avoid inconvenience.

Conclusion:
Banks in several states including West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, Tripura, Bihar, and Jharkhand will remain closed on September 29, 2025 for Durga Puja celebrations. However, digital banking services will function normally. Customers are advised to check their state-specific RBI holiday list and plan their transactions in advance to avoid last-minute issues