Gandhi Jayanti 2026: Are Schools, Banks, and Stock Markets Closed Tomorrow?

Tomorrow, October 2, India marks Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday. Expect schools, colleges, government offices, banks, and stock markets to remain closed. Essential services continue. Parents, students, and traders should finalise submissions, travel, or trades today. This guide explains closures, operating services, and verification steps across Indian cities.

Stock exchanges National Stock Exchange and BSE are shut on Friday, October 2, 2026. Banks observe a nationwide holiday under the Reserve Bank of India holiday matrix. Central and most state government offices follow the Department of Personnel and Training gazetted list. Educational institutions generally mirror this in their academic calendars.

What stays open on Gandhi Jayanti, Oct 2: metros, buses, hospitals, ATMs, UPI

Public transport runs tomorrow but may follow holiday frequencies. Check city metro or bus apps before commuting. Hospitals, emergency services and pharmacies stay open. ATMs, Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) work 24x7, even on holidays. National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) operates round the clock since 2019.

Schools and colleges closed: reschedules and how to verify

Most state calendars and university schedules list October 2 as a holiday. If an exam or practical was slotted, institutions typically shift it to the next working day, or issue a revised timetable. Parents and students should rely on official apps or notice boards, not informal groups.

Banks, NSE and BSE closed: trader checklist for Oct 2

No equity, futures and options, or currency trading will occur on Friday. If a derivative expiry falls on a holiday, it advances to the previous trading day. Plan margins, pledges, and settlements accordingly. Trading resumes on Monday, October 5, per exchange calendars.

Private offices and deliveries: employer policy, commute tips

Private offices and IT parks follow employer policy. Many firms operate with lean staffing or optional leave. E‑commerce and courier deliveries typically run, subject to local curbs. Expect lighter traffic but occasional diversions near commemorative events. Check your metro or bus app for any timing tweaks before early or late shifts.

Next working day and reopening cues

Expect banks to reopen on Saturday, October 3, a working Saturday this month. Banks close only on second and fourth Saturdays by government notification. Markets reopen Monday, October 5. For schools and colleges, watch official portals tonight. When in doubt, trust websites and apps over social media messages.