October 2025 is packed with major festivals and observances across India. Banks will remain closed on several days due to national holidays, state-specific festivals, and the usual weekend offs (Sundays plus 2nd & 4th Saturdays). If you are planning in-branch banking, locker visits, or cheque clearances, it’s important to know the complete holiday schedule in advance.
- National and common holidays in October 2025
- State-wise bank holidays
- Complete list of Sundays and Saturdays
- Tips to manage banking during holidays
- FAQs for quick reference
How Bank Holidays Are Decided
- RBI Holiday List: The Reserve Bank of India issues an annual list of holidays for its offices and banks across states.
- State-Specific Holidays: Each state announces additional holidays depending on local festivals and events.
- Weekly Offs: All banks remain closed on Sundays, and on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of every month.
National Bank Holidays in October 2025
| Date | Day | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| 1 October 2025 | Wednesday | Durga Puja / Mahanavami |
| 2 October 2025 | Thursday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti & Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra) |
| 20 October 2025 | Monday | Diwali (Laxmi Pujan / Amavasya) |
| 22 October 2025 | Wednesday | Govardhan Puja / Bali Pratipada |
Weekend Bank Holidays in October 2025
- Sundays: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th October
- 2nd Saturday: 11th October
- 4th Saturday: 25th October
State-Wise Bank Holidays in October 2025
- Delhi & Haryana: Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti (7 October)
- West Bengal & Assam: Durga Puja holidays around 1–2 October
- Maharashtra & Gujarat: Extended Diwali holidays (20–22 October)
- Tamil Nadu & Karnataka: Ayudha Puja (1 October)
- Punjab & Chandigarh: Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti (7 October)
Total Bank Holidays in October 2025
If you include Sundays, 2nd & 4th Saturdays, plus festival holidays, banks will remain closed for 10–14 days in October 2025 depending on your state.
Banking Tips for October 2025
- Plan cash withdrawals and cheque clearances in advance.
- Avoid scheduling important banking work around consecutive holidays.
- Use mobile banking and internet banking for urgent transactions.
- Keep sufficient cash and digital payment options ready during long holiday stretches.
