15 bank holidays in September: Check state-wise list here
In September 2024, banks across various states in India will remain closed for a total of 15 days. This is due to regional holidays such as Ganesh Chaturthi, Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day, and the Birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji, among others. The specific dates of closure will vary depending on the state. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) annually publishes a holiday calendar list, comprising national holidays, state-specific festivals, and other significant observances.
Bank holidays include regional festivals and weekends
The 15-day closure includes regional festivals, all Sundays, and the second and fourth Saturdays. It's important for bank customers planning to visit their branches to note that the list of bank holidays may vary in your area due to regional festivals. Customers are advised to check the full list of holidays and plan their financial transactions accordingly.
Online banking services will remain operational
Despite the physical closures, all online and digital banking services will continue to operate. This includes online fund transfers and mobile banking apps, ensuring that customers can manage their banking needs conveniently on the listed holidays.
State-wise bank holidays in September 2024
On September 4, banks will be closed in Assam for Tirubhav Tithi of Srimanta Sankardeva. Ganesh Chaturthi on September 7 will see banks shut in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, as well as Goa. Karma Puja/First Onam on September 14 will lead to closures in Kerala and Jharkhand due to it being the second Saturday of the month.
More off days due to religious observances
Milad-un-Nabi or Id-e Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad) on September 16 will result in bank closures in several states including Gujarat, Mizoram, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana among others. Banks in Sikkim and Chhattisgarh will be closed for Indrajatra/Id-e-Milad (Milad-Un-Nabi) on September 17. On September 18, banks will be shut in Assam for Pang-Lhabsol.
Bank holidays in Jammu and Srinagar
On September 20, banks will be closed in Jammu and Srinagar for the Friday following Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi. Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day on September 21 will lead to bank closures in Kerala. The Birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji on September 23 will result in bank closures in Jammu and Srinagar.
