Bank Holidays in February 2026: Banks Closed for 9 Days, RBI’s list revealed

Bank Holiday February 2026: February is the shortest month of the year, which means it has fewer holidays compared to other months. As a result, the number of bank holidays in February is quite limited. These holidays can vary based on specific states or festivals. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) puts out a list of bank holidays for each state every month. According to RBI guidelines, banks are closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, along with all Sundays.

Here are the key bank holidays in February

Banks will be closed for events like Losar, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti, and State Day/State Foundation Day in February 2026.

Bank holiday on February 18 – Banks in Sikkim will be closed on February 18th for Losar. Losar, also known as the Tibetan New Year, is celebrated in Sikkim with a lot of excitement and vibrant cultural festivities.

Bank holiday on February 19 – In Maharashtra, banks will be closed on February 19, 2026, to celebrate Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire.

Bank holiday on February 20 – On February 20, 2026, banks in Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh will be closed for Statehood Day. Both states achieved full statehood on this date in 1987.

Use digital banking services:

Even though banks are closed, customers can still access services like internet banking, SMS banking, and WhatsApp banking, as long as they are registered for these options. With digital banking, you can easily check your account balance and statements, order a cheque book, pay bills, recharge your mobile, transfer money, book hotels and travel tickets, view your expenses, and stop cheques.