Bank Holiday This Week: Festive Week Is Here, Check State-Wise Bank Closures from October 12 to 18, 2026

Bank Holiday This Week: October 2026 has brought in a festive atmosphere across India. Now, with the celebrations of Durga Puja, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami and Dussehra upcoming, many major celebrations are coming up.

Alongside the celebrations, customers should also keep track of bank holidays to plan their financial activities without last-minute inconvenience.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) officially releases holiday dates so that customers can stay informed. It provides a holiday calendar that lists closures according to states and cities, as festivals are not observed on the same dates everywhere.

Between October 12 and October 21, 2026, most bank branches will follow their regular schedules initially, followed by regional festive closures.

Here is the state-wise bank holiday schedule to help customers plan ahead.

Also Read: October 2026 Bank Holiday Calendar: Check State-Wise List Before Visiting Your Bank

Bank Holidays October 12-18, 2026: Will Banks Be Open?

Bank branches across Uttar Pradesh and most other states are scheduled to remain open from Monday, October 12, to Friday, October 16, 2026, as there are no listed public bank holidays during this period.

Here is the schedule for the week:

• October 12-16 (Monday-Friday): Banks will operate normally across most states, including Uttar Pradesh.

• October 17 (Saturday): Banks will remain open because it is the third Saturday of the month. However, branches in Agartala will be closed for Maha Saptami.

• October 18 (Sunday): Bank branches will remain closed nationwide for the regular weekly holiday.

Customers can continue using digital banking services, including UPI, mobile banking, internet banking and ATMs, subject to service availability.

How Will Bank Holidays Affect Customers And Students?

All the bank holidays will bring a pause to all the bank services. All the services that are availed physically will be paused.

On a positive note, your everyday banking does not necessarily have to take a holiday. All customers can use digital services such as UPI, ATMs, mobile banking and internet banking for routine transactions.

Certain services still require a visit to the bank, making advance planning essential. These tasks involve documentation, cheque processing and other branch-dependent activities that may face delays during festive closures.

Customers and students are advised to complete urgent banking work beforehand and check their bank’s holiday schedule. A little preparation can help keep festive celebrations free from financial inconvenience.

Bank Holidays October 2026: State-Wise List

The festive period brings regional bank closures for Durga Puja, Maha Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijaya Dashami. The dates and locations vary according to the RBI's holiday calendar.