Several banks in Indian states will be closed on different dates next week as there are regional and national holidays. If you have any banking work scheduled, you may want to refer to the timetable and plan accordingly.
Let’s have a close look at the bank holiday schedule for April 28 to May 3, 2025, with closures on account of Parshuram Jayanti, Akshaya Tritiya, Basava Jayanti, and Labour Day.
Bank Holiday Calendar in April–May 2025
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the following holidays:
April 29, 2025 (Tuesday) – Parshuram Jayanti
- Occasion: Birthday of Bhagwan Shri Parshuram, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu
- Bank Status: Closed in Himachal Pradesh
April 30, 2025 (Wednesday) – Akshaya Tritiya & Basava Jayanti
- Occasion 1: Akshaya Tritiya – a propitious day for prosperity
- Occasion 2: Basava Jayanti – observed in Karnataka in remembrance of Basavanna, the founder of the Lingayat sect
Bank Status:
- Closed in several states for Akshaya Tritiya
- Closed in Karnataka for Basava Jayanti
May 1, 2025 (Thursday) – Labour Day / May Day
- Occasion: International Labour Day (May Day)
- Also Known As: Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day
- Bank Status: Pan-India bank holiday (all public sector and private sector banks will be closed)
What To Do When Banks Are Closed?
Even when banks are technically closed, you can still take care of your finances using:
- Online banking
- Mobile banking apps
- ATM services
Note: Cheque or promissory note transactions regulated under the Negotiable Instruments Act will not be undertaken during holidays.
Additional Reminder: Periodic Weekly Bank Closures
Banks also close on:
- Second and fourth Saturdays of the month
- All Sundays
Last Tip
Prior to making any urgent transactions or scheduling branch visits, verify holiday status with your local bank branch. Always prepare in advance for long weekends or state holidays.
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