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Bank Holiday Today 19 October 2026: Are Banks Open or Closed? Check the Full List for October 19–23
New Delhi: Bank Holiday Today, October 19 2026: Banks in parts of India will be closed on Monday because of festivals like Durga Puja, Maha Navami, Maha Ashtami and Ayudha Pooja.. Bank holidays are not the same everywhere. Some branches may be open while others will be shut, depending on the state. Since Dussehra and Durga Puja celebrations go on for days people who want to visit their bank should check the holiday list before heading out. Banks might also be closed on October 20 21 22 and 23 in states, based on local festivals and official holiday notices. Here is a day-by-day look, at bank holidays this week. What banking services you can still use even when branches are closed.
Bank Holiday Today, October 19: Which States Have Bank Holidays?
On October 19 several states in India will observe bank holidays due to festivals such as Dussehra, Maha Navami, Durga Puja and Ayudha Pooja. These holidays are observed in locations where the festivals are widely celebrated. The states and cities with bank holidays on October 19 include Agartala, Aizawl, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Guwahati, Imphal, Itanagar, Kohima, Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi and Shillong. However not all branches in these cities may be closed. The holiday depends on the banking center. Customers in cities should not think that all banks, in India are closed on this day. It is important to check the Reserve Bank of India holiday calendar or visit your bank’s website to confirm the status of your local branch. This helps avoid inconvenience when trying to access banking services.
October 20: Banks to Remain Closed for Dussehra and Maha Navami
Tuesday, October 20 is another holiday day in the festive week. Banks in cities will stay closed for Dussehra, Vijayadashami, Maha Navami, Ayudha Pooja and Durga Puja. Key banking centres that will be affected are Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Dehradun, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, New Delhi and Patna, among others.. The precise list can vary with local banking holiday rules. Customers who need to finish branch‑based transactions should plan ahead especially if they need documents cheque help or other services that cannot be done online.
October 21: Where Will Banks Remain Closed?
On Wednesday, October 21 banks will be closed in some places because of Vijayadashami and Durga Puja holidays. I know that finding out where banks will stay closed can be confusing. Here is the list of banks that will observe the holiday.
- Assam
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Sikkim
- Tripura
- Bengal
Customers should verify the schedule at their specific branch because banks may close on holiday at different times.
October 22 and 23: Bank Holidays in Sikkim
Banks in Gangtok, Sikkim are scheduled to stay closed on Thursday, October 22 and Friday October 23 because of Durga Puja-related celebrations. These back-to-back holidays could impact people who need to go to a bank branch, in the state. Individuals who have tasks to complete should do any urgent work at a bank branch before the holidays start. They should also check if their bank provides another way to handle their needs.
Which Banking Services Will Remain Available During Holidays?
Even when physical bank branches are closed customers can generally access digital banking facilities. Services available include:
- UPI payments: Make digital payments and transfer money.
- Mobile banking: Check account balances and access banking features.
- Internet banking: Transfer funds and manage transactions online.
- ATMs: Withdraw cash, subject to machine availability.
- Bill payments: Pay eligible utility bills and other expenses digitally.
However services that require in-person verification, physical document submission or assistance, from branch staff may be delayed until the branch reopens. Some cheque-clearing and settlement-related services may also be affected by banking holidays.
How to Check the Official Bank Holiday List
RBI publishes holiday information for banking centres. The schedule can vary according to state- festivals. Before visiting a branch I recommend checking the banks website, mobile application or the RBI holiday calendar. Confirming the date and location helps prevent trips and delays. Line: Banks will observe regional holidays between October 19 and October 23 2026. Closures will not be uniform, across India. Customers should confirm the branch schedule before travelling. Digital banking, UPI and ATM services will generally remain available during branch holidays.
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