Bank Holiday Next Week: If you need to handle important business at a bank branch next week, check the holiday schedule before heading out. Banks will be closed in some cities between November 16 and 22. Branches of public- and private-sector banks, including SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, PNB, and Canara Bank, will be affected. However, bank holidays do not fall on the same dates in every state or city. Many are tied to local festivals and regional events, so it’s a good idea to check in advance whether your local branch will be open.
When will banks be closed next week?
According to the RBI’s bank holiday calendar, branches will close on three days between November 16 and 22 for various reasons.
November 16: Chhath Puja
Banks in Patna and Ranchi will be closed on November 16 for Chhath Puja. Branches in other cities may operate as usual.
November 20: Igas-Bagwal holiday
Banks in Dehradun will be closed on November 20 for Igas-Bagwal. This holiday applies only to branches in the relevant region.
November 22: Sunday holiday
Bank branches across the country will be closed on November 22 because it falls on a Sunday.
How many days will banks be closed in November?
The number of bank holidays in November varies by state. Banks close on Sundays, the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, and for various regional festivals. If you have an urgent banking matter, confirm the dates with your local branch.
Which services will remain available while bank branches are closed?
A closed bank branch does not mean all banking services are unavailable. Most digital banking services remain accessible on holidays and weekends.
UPI: UPI is available around the clock for sending and receiving money. Your bank’s app and other payment apps should work as usual, although services may occasionally be disrupted for technical maintenance.
Net Banking and Mobile Banking: You can check your balance, transfer funds, and complete many other tasks online.
NEFT and RTGS: Online fund transfers are also available through NEFT and RTGS.
ATMs and Cards: Use ATMs to withdraw cash, and debit or credit cards to shop and make payments.
Some local holidays will continue in November
After next week, banks in many cities will still close on various occasions in November. November 23 is a local holiday in Shillong. On November 24, bank branches may be closed in several states and cities for Guru Nanak Jayanti and other regional festivals. Bengaluru banks will then close on November 27 for Kanakadasa Jayanti. Bank branches nationwide will be closed on November 28, the month’s fourth Saturday, and on November 29, a Sunday.
Bank holiday schedules can differ by city and state. Before visiting a branch to deposit a cheque, handle cash, access a locker, or use another essential in-person service, confirm the schedule with your bank branch.