Banks to Close on April 14: Key Festivals and Holidays
Banks across various regions in India will remain closed on April 14 and 15 due to a series of festivals celebrating local cultures and historical events, such as Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti, Tamil New Year, Baisakhi, and others. This closure can impact daily banking activities, so customers are advised to complete essential tasks in advance.
Highlights
- •- Banks will observe a holiday on April 14 for multiple festivals
- •- Services will be suspended across states like Gujarat, Assam, and Maharashtra
- •- Additional holidays include April 15 in Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh, etc.
- •- Impact ranges from April 16 to April 21 due to Bihu celebrations
Banks across various parts of India will close down on April 14, 2026, marked by a range of festivals and holidays. On this day, financial institutions will observe the holiday in commemoration of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti, Mahabishub Sankranti, Biju, Buisu Festival, Tamil New Year's Day, Bohag Bihu, Cheiraoba, and Baisakhi.
Banks to remain closed in these states on April 14: Gujarat, Assam, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Kolkata, Jammu, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, Bihar, Goa, Karnataka, Hyderabad, and many others. All commercial banks and private players will follow this schedule as issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Banks Closed on April 15 to Address Other Festivals
Additionally, on April 15, 2026, banks will remain closed in Tripura, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Kerala, West Bengal, and Himachal Pradesh due to the celebration of the New Year and other festivals. April 16 will also see banking services impacted by Bihu celebrations; on April 20, Karnataka will observe a holiday for Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya; and Tripura will close its doors for Garia Puja on April 21.
Banks in India are closely tied to daily financial transactions. For those with pending banking tasks, it is crucial to complete them before these holidays as the closures can cause significant disruptions. Understanding the regional observances ensures customers can make informed decisions and avoid potential inconveniences.
