Bank Holiday On 2 October, Gandhi Jayanti: Banks across the nation will remain closed on Friday, 2nd October 2026. This bank holiday is due to Gandhi Jayanti, which is observed as a national holiday across the country.
According to the RBI holiday list, 26 January, 15 August, and 2 October are listed as national holidays. All the public and private banks across the nation remain closed. Customers planning for a physical visit to the bank branches should note that the banks will remain closed.
Although customers and students can schedule it for the next day, as 3 October is the first Saturday and the banks will remain open. Banks generally close only on the second and fourth Saturdays, besides Sundays and other holidays notified by the RBI.
Also Read: October 2026 Bank Holiday Calendar: Check State-Wise List Before Visiting Your Bank
Bank Holiday On Gandhi Jayanti
As we all know, Gandhi Jayanti is observed every year on October 2. It is a nationwide bank holiday in India.
In 2026, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi falls on Friday, October 2. This means bank branches across the nation will remain closed. What concerned everyone was, will it be a long weekend bank-off? But no, it is not.
Customers will not be able to access regular branch-counter services on the day. However, digital banking facilities such as ATMs, UPI, mobile banking and net banking are generally available. Since October 2 falls on a Friday, customers should expect it as a break before Saturday's regular banking operations.
Is Saturday, October 3, a Bank Holiday?
No. Saturday, October 3, 2026, is not a bank holiday. It is the first Saturday of October, and banks will remain open for regular branch operations.
Under the RBI's standard holiday schedule, banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.
October 2026 Weekend Bank Holidays
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Date
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Day
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Bank Holiday Status
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October 2
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Friday
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Closed - Gandhi Jayanti
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October 3
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Saturday
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Open - First Saturday
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October 4
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Sunday
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Closed - Sunday
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October 10
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Saturday
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Closed - Second Saturday
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October 11
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Sunday
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Closed - Sunday
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October 17
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Saturday
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Open - Third Saturday
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October 18
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Sunday
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Closed - Sunday
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October 24
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Saturday
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Closed - Fourth Saturday
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October 25
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Sunday
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Closed - Sunday
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October 31
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Saturday
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Open - Fifth Saturday
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Upcoming Bank Holidays In October 2026
After Gandhi Jayanti, several regional bank holidays are scheduled in October.
Some key upcoming dates include:
- October 10: Second Saturday - nationwide bank closure
- October 11: Sunday - nationwide closure
- October 19–21: Durga Puja/Dussehra-related holidays in several regions
- October 24: Fourth Saturday - nationwide bank closure
- October 25: Sunday - nationwide closure
- October 26: Regional holiday in some areas, including Valmiki Jayanti/Lakshmi Puja-related observances
- October 31: Fifth Saturday - generally a working day, subject to regional holidays
Note: Bank holidays can vary by state and city according to the RBI's holiday calendar. Digital banking services generally continue to operate even when physical branches are closed.