February 2026 Bank Holidays in India
February 2026 Bank Holidays in India : If you’re planning banking work next month, it’s important to know the bank holidays in February 2026. As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, banks across India will remain closed for 9 days in February 2026 due to weekends and state-specific festivals.
Here’s the complete city-wise and state-wise bank holiday list, along with weekend closures, so you can plan your transactions smoothly.
📅 Total Bank Holidays in February 2026
- Total holidays: 9 days
- Includes:
- All Sundays
- Second & fourth Saturdays
- Regional and state-specific festivals
💡 Note: Bank holidays may vary from state to state. Online banking services will remain available on most holidays.
🏦 February 2026 Bank Holiday List (Date-Wise)
🔹 Weekend Holidays
- February 1 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
- February 8 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
- February 14 (Second Saturday) – Bank holiday
- February 15 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
- February 22 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
- February 28 (Fourth Saturday) – Bank holiday
🔹 Festival & State-Specific Holidays
- February 6 (Friday) – Losar
- Banks closed in: Sikkim
- February 19 (Thursday) – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
- Banks closed in: Maharashtra
- February 20 (Friday) – Statehood Day
- Banks closed in: Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram
🗺️ State-Wise Bank Closures in February 2026
| State / Region | Bank Holiday Date | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| Sikkim | Feb 6 | Losar |
| Maharashtra | Feb 19 | Shivaji Jayanti |
| Arunachal Pradesh | Feb 20 | Statehood Day |
| Mizoram | Feb 20 | Statehood Day |
📌 Will Banks Be Closed for Online Services?
No. Digital banking services such as:
- UPI
- Internet banking
- Mobile banking
- ATM services
will continue to function on most holidays. However, branch-based services like cheque clearance and document verification may be affected.
🔍 Why Checking Bank Holidays Is Important
Knowing bank holidays in advance helps you:
- Avoid failed branch visits
- Plan cheque deposits and clearances
- Schedule loan, KYC, or account-related work
- Manage salary credits and EMIs efficiently
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many bank holidays are there in February 2026?
👉 There are 9 bank holidays in total, including weekends and regional holidays.
Q2. Are bank holidays the same across all states?
👉 No. Some holidays are state-specific and depend on local festivals.
Q3. Are private banks also closed on these days?
👉 Yes. Both public and private sector banks follow the RBI holiday calendar.
📢 Final Word
February 2026 has several bank holidays due to weekends and regional festivals. To avoid last-minute inconvenience, always check your local bank branch holiday list before visiting.
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