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Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, July 19? Check here
Bank Holiday Today: Banks across India, except those in Tripura, will be open on Saturday, July 19, since it is the third Saturday of the month. Banks in Tripura will remain closed today, 19 July, due to celebration of Ker Puja. There are bank holidays across India on the second and fourth Saturdays, as per RBI bank holiday rules. Since it is the first Saturday of the month, banks will remain open on July 19. The RBI categorises all bank holidays into three parts, namely, Negotiable Instruments Act, Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) holidays and banks' closing of accounts. This is why, bank holidays change depending upon the area you reside in. Banks remain closed on all Sundays. Apart from weekends, bank holidays are based on national, regional and religious observances, depending on the state of residence. These holidays are determined by the RBI holiday calendar, which is released during the beginning of each year. Online banking services do not follow bank holidays rule and remain available all throughout the year. This enables customers to get their needs addressed even on bank holidays. Online banking services can be used for various purposes including UPI access, money transfer, applying for online loan, net banking, requesting for a chequebook and other transactions. Here is the full list of July 2025 bank holidays: July 3 (Thursday) - Kharchi Puja: Banks were closed in Agartala July 5 (Saturday) - Guru Hargobind Ji's Birthday: Banks were closed in Jammu and Srinagar July 14 (Monday) - Beh Deinkhlam: Banks were closed in Shillong for Beh Deinkhlam July 16 (Wednesday) - Harela: Banks in Dehradun were closed for Harela July 17 (Thursday) - Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh: Banks remained shut in Shillong July 19 (Saturday) - Ker Puja: Banks in Agartala will be closed for Ker Puja July 28 (Monday) - Drukpa Tshe-zi: Banks in Gangtok will be closed However, you will be able to avail ATM and online banking services on all these bank holidays.
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Business Standard
01-07-2025
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- Business Standard
Bank holidays in July 2025: Here's the national and state-wise list
Banks will be closed for 13 days in July 2025 across India. Check the full state-wise holiday list and plan your in-branch visits accordingly Surbhi Gloria Singh New Delhi Bank holidays in July 2025: Planning to visit your bank in July? You might want to double-check the dates. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), banks across India will remain shut for 13 days this month due to a mix of weekend closures and state-specific public holidays. As per RBI's classification, bank holidays fall under three categories: those under the Negotiable Instruments Act, banks' closing of accounts, and Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) holidays. While branches may shut on select days, digital banking channels remain unaffected. Bank holidays in July 2025 July's 13-day closure includes Sundays, the second and fourth Saturdays, and public holidays in certain cities. Here's a state-wise breakdown: July 3 (Thursday): Kharchi Puja – Agartala July 6 (Sunday): Weekly off – Nationwide July 12 (Saturday): Second Saturday – Nationwide July 13 (Sunday): Weekly off – Nationwide July 14 (Monday): Beh Deinkhlam – Shillong July 16 (Wednesday): Harela – Dehradun July 17 (Thursday): Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh – Shillong July 19 (Saturday): Ker Puja – Agartala July 20 (Sunday): Weekly off – Nationwide July 26 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday – Nationwide July 27 (Sunday): Weekly off – Nationwide July 28 (Monday): Drukpa Tshe-zi – Gangtok What will continue to work While physical bank counters may be closed on these days, most essential services are still accessible online. Customers can continue to use: • Internet and mobile banking for balance checks, bill payments and fund transfers • ATM withdrawals and card-based transactions • NEFT and RTGS transfers (based on availability windows) • Online service requests such as cheque books and demand drafts 'For those planning in-branch transactions, it's best to schedule around the holiday calendar and rely on online channels when needed,' said a senior public sector bank official. RBI's holiday classification The RBI groups holidays for banks into the following categories: RTGS holiday: RTGS transfers are available 24x7 all year round. Funds are credited in real time, and the service remains active even on weekends and public holidays. Closing of accounts holiday: These apply to the second and fourth Saturdays, all Sundays, and select holidays when branches close for administrative reasons. Holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act: These are notified public holidays applicable to banks, insurance companies, and financial institutions, often based on state-level events. Though the list may appear long, for most customers, the availability of digital banking means they can carry out routine transactions without disruption.
Mint
24-05-2025
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- Mint
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, May 24? Check here
Bank holiday today: According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) calendar, banks will be closed on May 24, 2025, the fourth Saturday of the month. Banks are generally closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, while they are open on the first and third Saturdays, according to the RBI calendar. Since May 26 is the fourth Saturday of the month, the banks will be closed on this day. Customers can check whether banks are open or closed on a given day by visiting the RBI's official channels, which are the website and notifications to banks. The central bank has designated three types of bank holidays: Negotiable Instruments Act, Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) holidays and banks' closing of accounts. Saturday, May 24, 2025, is categorised as a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, which regulates the issuing of cheques and promissory notes. Therefore, transactions including these instruments will not be available during the holidays. Online banking services will be available across the country during bank holidays for seamless access to banking services. Customers can use these services for convenient financial transactions. Fund transfer requests can be made using NEFT/RTGS transfer forms, demand draft request forms, and chequebook forms. Credit cards, debit cards, and ATM cards can be secured through card services. Services such as account maintenance forms, setting up standing instructions, and applying for a locker are also available. In the month of May, the RBI designated six bank holidays for various religious and regional observances in addition to Saturdays and Sundays. May 1 (Thursday) - Maharashtra Din and May Day (Labour Day) May 9 (Friday) - Birthday of Rabindranath Tagore May 12 (Monday) - Buddha Purnima May 16 (Friday) - State Day May 26 (Monday) - Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam May 29 (Thursday) - Maharana Pratap Jayanti
Hindustan Times
17-05-2025
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- Hindustan Times
Bank holiday: Are banks in India open or closed today, May 17?
Weekends are when most people finally find the time to run errands, including visiting the bank. But with frequent national and regional holidays, and banks staying shut on some Saturdays, it's easy to lose track. If you are wondering whether banks are open today, here's a quick reminder: according to the Reserve Bank of India, all banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. The RBI also puts out a holiday list so you can plan your bank visits without any last-minute surprises. Banks will remain open today as it is the third Saturday, resulting in banks operating at regular working hours. The list of bank holidays announced by RBI includes: 18 May (Sunday) - weekly off 24 May (Saturday) — Weekly off due to the fourth Saturday 25 May (Sunday) — Weekly Off 26 May (Monday)- On the account of the Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam 29 May (Thursday)- On the account of Maharana Pratap Jayanti On May 26, banks in only Agartala will remain closed, while banks in other states will remain open. Similarly, for May 29, banks in Shimla will remain closed for Maharana Pratap Jayanti. RBI publishes a list of Bank holidays for each month on the official website. There are three categories of bank holidays- Negotiable Instrument Act, Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) holidays and banks' closing of accounts. Also the bank holidays differ in every state according to the festivals. A total of six holiday have been designated during the month of May. During the bank holiday, customers will not be able to conduct transactions related to cheques and promissory notes as these come under the Negotiable Instruments Act. Meanwhile, the customers will still be able to access the digital banking services through Net banking and the ATM will also remain functional. Fund transfers can be initiated using the online banking facilities. Other services, such as card usage, account management, and setting up standing instructions, can also be done online.
Mint
17-05-2025
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- Mint
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on Saturday, May 17? Details here
Banks in India close on various occasions, including national and regional holidays, as well as specific days mandated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). According to RBI regulations, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. Since May 17 falls on the third Saturday, banks will be open and operate according to their regular Saturday working hours. May 18 (Sunday) — Weekly Off May 24 (Saturday) — Weekly off for the fourth Saturday May 25 (Sunday) — Weekly Off May 26 (Monday) — Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam — Banks in Tripura will be closed to observe the birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam. May 29 (Thursday) — Maharana Pratap Jayanti — Banks will be closed in Himachal Pradesh to observe Maharana Pratap Jayanti. The RBI has categorised bank holidays into three types: Negotiable Instruments Act, Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) holidays and banks' closing of accounts. To check whether banks are open or closed on a given day, customers must thoroughly visit RBI's official channels, which are the website and notifications to banks. Bank holidays in India differ across states to accommodate local requirments along with national and religious festivities. Thus for customers, it its best to get a confirmed holiday schedule from your nearest local bank branch and make arrangements to deal with any extended closures or emergencies on particular dates. On a bank holiday, Digital banking allows users to manage their accounts conveniently without visiting a branch. Moreover, fund transfers can still be initiated using NEFT or RTGS through online banking. Additionally, customers can submit requests for demand drafts, chequebooks, and other services online. Card-related services, including applying for credit, debit, or ATM cards, are also accessible digitally. Key Takeaways Banks in India close on certain national and regional holidays as per RBI regulations. On May 17, banks will operate during regular Saturday hours. Digital banking services allow customers to manage their accounts even on bank holidays.
