Bank Holidays November 2026: Banks throughout India will be taking time off for various celebrations including Diwali, Chhath Puja, Guru Nanak Jayanti, and other local festivals. The specific days banks close will differ depending on which state you’re in, along with regular closures on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month.

November 2026 brings a festive atmosphere across India, and banks will be observing multiple holidays during this period. Keep in mind that these bank holidays aren’t the same everywhere—a holiday observed in one city might not apply in another location. We recommend checking your specific branch’s holiday calendar before you plan your visit.

Key celebrations happening this month include Diwali, Chhath Puja, Guru Nanak Jayanti, the Wangala Festival, and Kanakadasa Jayanti. Your bank will also be closed on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays.

Why do banks have different holiday schedules in November?

Bank holidays in India follow national banking regulations, state government directives, and local festival observances. The Negotiable Instruments Act requires certain holidays to be recognized on fixed dates in particular states, while others are celebrated only in specific regions.

This is why a bank branch in Delhi might have a completely different closure schedule compared to branches in Bengaluru, Guwahati, or Imphal. To avoid any inconvenience, customers should confirm which dates apply to their local branch before visiting or conducting time-sensitive banking matters.

Check the List

According to the provided list, festival-related bank holidays include November 9, 10 and 11 for Diwali-related celebrations and other regional observances; November 13 for the Wangala Festival; November 16 for Chhath Puja; November 20 for Igas-Bagwal; November 23 for Seng Kut Snem; November 24 for Guru Nanak Jayanti, Karthika Purnima and Rahas Purnima; and November 27 for Kanakadasa Jayanti.

Several cities will have multiple festival-related holidays. Gangtok is listed for November 9, 10 and 11, while Dehradun, Kanpur and Lucknow will observe holidays on November 10, 20 and 24, or November 9, 11 and 24, as applicable.

Bengaluru will have holidays on November 10 and 27, Mumbai on November 10 and 24, New Delhi on November 24, and Patna on November 16.

In addition to festival holidays, banks generally remain closed on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. In November 2026, these Saturdays fall on November 14 and 28, while Sundays fall on November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.

Here’s what you should know about banking services when holidays roll around!

Services that might not be available at your bank branch during holidays include depositing cash in person, making withdrawals, updating your KYC information face-to-face, accessing lockers, and submitting physical documents.

If you need branch-only services like a demand draft or help with cheques, it’s a good idea to plan ahead and make arrangements in advance. Keep in mind that cheque clearing and settlement could take longer during bank holidays.

Will your online banking and UPI keep working?

The good news is that most digital banking services stay up and running during regular bank holidays.

You’ll typically be able to complete eligible transactions using your mobile banking app, internet banking, ATMs, and UPI.

NEFT and RTGS services are generally available around the clock, 24/7.

Just remember that some transactions might take a bit longer to process due to standard banking procedures and service requirements.

Before you finalize any important payments, make sure to check your bank’s specific guidelines to stay in the loop.