As April 2025 approaches, banks in India shall remain closed on specific dates depending upon the national holidays, regional festivals, and weekends. The Reserve Bank of India has categorized these holidays into three broad sections. National and gazetted holidays, state-specific holidays, and weekend closures (second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays). People and businesses need to stay informed about these holidays to plan their financial decisions accordingly. Here’s a list of bank holidays in April:
April 1, 2025: Tuesday
The banks shall remain closed in observance of Odisha Day. The banks shall also remain closed because of annual accounts closing on April 1. The banks will be closed in the states of Odisha and Punjab. The banks shall also remain closed in the state of Jharkhand because of the Sarhul festival celebrated in the state.
April 6, 2025: Sunday
The banks shall remain closed on April 6, to celebrate the auspicious day of Ram Navmi.
April 10, 2025: Thursday
The banks shall remain closed on April 10, on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.
April 12, 2025: Saturday
According to the present RBI guidelines, the banks shall remain closed on April 12 on account of the second Saturday.
April 13, 2025: Sunday
This year the Vaisakhi day is falling on a Sunday. The banks shall remain closed.
April 14, 2025: Monday
The banks shall remain closed on Jayanti of the Father of the Indian Constitution, Dr B.R. Ambedkar.
April 18, 2025: Friday
The banks shall remain closed on account of Good Friday.
April 26, 2025: Saturday
The banks shall remain closed because of the fourth Saturday.
The month of April provides 7 bank holidays in total. Cross-check these dates with your regional banks for sureties. Plan your days according to these holidays. Stay tuned for more informative updates.