India October 2025 Bank Holidays
Analysis based on 30 articles · First reported Sep 26, 2025 · Last updated Oct 23, 2025
The extensive bank holidays in India during October 2025, mandated by the State Bank of India, will lead to temporary disruptions in traditional banking services like cheque clearance and cash handling. However, digital banking channels, including online banking, UPI, and ATMs, will remain operational, mitigating significant market impact. Customers of entities like State Bank of India are advised to plan transactions in advance.
Banks across India are observing numerous holidays throughout October 2025, totaling 21 days, due to a combination of national and regional festivals, as well as weekly offs. The State Bank of India has released a comprehensive calendar outlining these closures, which include major festivals such as Gandhi Jayanti, Durga Puja, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Valmiki Jayanti, and Chhath Puja. While physical bank branches will be closed, digital banking services, including mobile apps, net banking, UPI, NEFT/RTGS, and ATMs, will continue to function normally. Customers, including those of State Bank of India, are advised to plan their banking transactions in advance to avoid any disruptions.
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