As the new year approaches, one of the first things many of us look forward to is planning how we’ll spend our holidays. Whether it's taking a well-deserved break, exploring new destinations, or simply enjoying time with loved ones, holidays are moments that bring joy and rejuvenation. In India, the holiday calendar for 2025 offers an exciting mix of national holidays, regional celebrations, and long weekends. These days are not just breaks from our routine but are deeply rooted in India’s diverse cultural and religious heritage.
India, being a land of varied cultures and traditions, celebrates a wide range of festivals and events, making its holiday list rich and unique.
From Independence Day, a tribute to the nation’s freedom, to Diwali, the festival of lights that unites families across the country, each holiday has its significance. With a blend of solemn observances like Gandhi Jayanti and joyous celebrations like Holi, every occasion brings a chance to reflect, rejoice, and create memories.
This comprehensive guide to India’s holiday list for 2025 will help you plan your year more effectively. It outlines all the national and state-specific holidays, along with their cultural significance.
So, whether you’re looking forward to a spiritual retreat, a family gathering, or just some downtime, this holiday list will be your perfect companion for planning.
Holiday List 2025: Complete List of Holidays
| Date | Holiday Name | Type |
| 1 Jan (Wednesday) | New Year's Day | Restricted Holiday |
| 6 Jan (Monday) | Guru Govind Singh Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan (Tuesday) | Pongal | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan (Tuesday) | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan (Tuesday) | Hazarat Ali's Birthday | Restricted Holiday |
| 26 Jan (Sunday) | Republic Day | Gazetted Holiday |
| 2 Feb (Sunday) | Vasant Panchami | Restricted Holiday |
| 12 Feb (Wednesday) | Guru Ravidas Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 19 Feb (Wednesday) | Shivaji Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 26 Feb (Wednesday) | Maha Shivaratri/Shivaratri | Gazetted Holiday |
| 13 Mar (Thursday) | Holika Dahana | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Mar (Friday) | Holi | Gazetted Holiday |
| 14 Mar (Friday) | Dolyatra | Restricted Holiday |
| 28 Mar (Friday) | Jamat Ul-Vida (Tentative Date) | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Mar (Sunday) | Chaitra Sukhladi | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Mar (Sunday) | Ugadi | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Mar (Sunday) | Gudi Padwa | Restricted Holiday |
| 31 Mar (Monday) | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 6 Apr (Sunday) | Rama Navami | Restricted Holiday |
| 10 Apr (Thursday) | Mahavir Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| 18 Apr (Friday) | Good Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| 12 May (Monday) | Buddha Purnima/Vesak | Gazetted Holiday |
| 7 Jun (Saturday) | Bakrid/Eid ul-Adha (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 6 Jul (Sunday) | Muharram/Ashura (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 9 Aug (Saturday) | Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi) | Restricted Holiday |
| 15 Aug (Friday) | Independence Day | Gazetted Holiday |
| 15 Aug (Friday) | Janmashtami (Smarta) | Restricted Holiday |
| 15 Aug (Friday) | Parsi New Year | Restricted Holiday |
| 16 Aug (Saturday) | Janmashtami | Gazetted Holiday |
| 27 Aug (Wednesday) | Ganesh Chaturthi/Vinayaka Chaturthi | Restricted Holiday |
| 5 Sep (Friday) | Milad un-Nabi/Id-e-Milad (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 5 Sep (Friday) | Onam | Restricted Holiday |
| 29 Sep (Monday) | Maha Saptami | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Sep (Tuesday) | Maha Ashtami | Restricted Holiday |
| 1 Oct (Wednesday) | Maha Navami | Restricted Holiday |
| 2 Oct (Thursday) | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| 2 Oct (Thursday) | Dussehra | Gazetted Holiday |
| 7 Oct (Tuesday) | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 10 Oct (Friday) | Karaka Chaturthi (Karva Chauth) | Restricted Holiday |
| 20 Oct (Monday) | Naraka Chaturdasi | Restricted Holiday |
| 20 Oct (Monday) | Diwali/Deepavali | Gazetted Holiday |
| 22 Oct (Wednesday) | Govardhan Puja | Restricted Holiday |
| 23 Oct (Thursday) | Bhai Duj | Restricted Holiday |
| 28 Oct (Tuesday) | Chhat Puja (Pratihar Sashthi/Surya Sashthi) | Restricted Holiday |
| 5 Nov (Wednesday) | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| 24 Nov (Monday) | Guru Tegh Bahadur's Martyrdom Day | Restricted Holiday |
| 24 Dec (Wednesday) | Christmas Eve | Restricted Holiday |
| 25 Dec (Thursday) | Christmas | Gazetted Holiday |
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