Banks to remain closed on Dhanteras, Bihu, and other festivals from October 13–19? Check full schedule

Core Viewpoint - Banks in India will be closed for multiple days between October 13 and October 19, 2025, due to the festive season, including holidays for Diwali and other regional festivals [1][2]. Group 1: Bank Holidays Overview - In total, banks will close for up to 21 days in October 2025 due to official holidays such as Diwali, Maha Ashtami, Dussehra, Durga Puja, and Chhat Puja, along with weekly offs [2]. - The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) mandates bank holidays on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, as well as all Sundays [2][7]. Group 2: Specific Holidays - On October 18, banks will be closed in Guwahati for Kati Bihu, and on October 19, they will be closed nationwide for the Sunday weekly off [5][6]. - Additional closures include: - October 20: Banks closed in multiple cities for Diwali and related festivals - October 21: Banks closed for Diwali Amavasya - October 22: Banks closed for various Diwali celebrations - October 23: Banks closed for Bhai Bij and other festivals - October 25 and 26: Nationwide closures for weekly offs [6]. Group 3: Banking Services During Holidays - Online and mobile banking services, including IMPS, NEFT, RTGS, and UPI, will remain operational during bank holidays [4][8]. - ATM services will also be available for cash withdrawals on bank holidays [4][8].