Bank Holidays In May 2025 – In May 2025, banks across India will remain closed for a total of 12 days, with some days being observed due to holidays and others falling on weekends. It’s important to stay aware of these dates, especially if you have any bank-related work, so you don’t end up at the branch only to find it closed. These closures include both public holidays as well as weekly holidays like Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays.
The month of May begins with a holiday on the 1st, marking the celebration of Labor Day and Maharashtra Day, particularly in cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, and several others. This is just the start of a month with multiple bank holidays, including important cultural and regional events.
Here’s a quick overview of the bank holidays throughout May 2025:
May 1 (Thursday) – This day marks Labor Day and Maharashtra Day, so many banks will be closed in cities like Mumbai, Belapur, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Guwahati, among others.
May 4 (Sunday) – As always, Sundays are weekly holidays for banks, so expect closures across the country.
May 9 (Friday) – This day is important in Kolkata, as it’s the celebration of Rabindranath Tagore’s Birth Anniversary. Banks will be closed in Kolkata for the occasion.
May 10 (Saturday) – The second Saturday of the month, a nationwide weekly holiday for banks, meaning you won’t be able to complete any banking transactions on this day.
May 11 (Sunday) – The usual Sunday weekly holiday applies, and all banks across the country will be closed.
May 12 (Monday) – This is the celebration of Buddha Purnima, a significant religious holiday. While it’s celebrated in various parts of the country, the banks will remain closed in cities like Agartala, Aizawl, Mumbai, Kolkata, Patna, and several others.
May 16 (Friday) – It’s Statehood Day in Gangtok, where banks will be closed in honor of this occasion.
May 18 (Sunday) – Another Sunday weekly holiday, so expect a full closure of all banks across India.
May 24 (Saturday) – The fourth Saturday of the month also falls on this date, and as usual, banks will be closed for the day.
May 25 (Sunday) – Another Sunday weekly holiday is observed, meaning banks will remain shut.
May 26 (Monday) – Kazi Nazrul Islam Birth Anniversary is observed in Agartala, and banks will be closed in this region to mark the occasion.
May 29 (Thursday) – The holiday for Maharana Pratap Jayanti will be observed in Shimla, where banks will remain closed.
What to Do When Banks Are Closed
While it’s essential to keep track of these holidays, it’s also important to know that you don’t have to panic if you need to perform bank-related tasks. Even when branches are closed, you have several alternatives:
- ATMs: You can still use your bank’s ATM to withdraw cash on holidays, as ATMs operate 24/7 unless there’s a technical issue or maintenance.
- Online Banking: One of the most convenient options for banking transactions, online banking services like Net Banking and Mobile Banking are available 24/7. These services allow you to transfer money, check your balance, and pay bills from the comfort of your home.
- UPI: Using UPI (Unified Payments Interface) to send or receive money is another fast and reliable option. It’s a popular method for quick transactions, and it doesn’t require the bank to be open.
While the closure of physical bank branches may cause some inconvenience, these digital options make sure that most of your banking needs are still covered, even on holidays.
Checking the Official Bank Holiday List
To ensure you’re always up to date with bank holidays, it’s a good idea to check the official list released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). The RBI updates the list regularly, and it includes details about holidays in different cities, so you can be sure whether your branch will be closed or not. You can check this list on the RBI website (www.rbi.org.in), where the complete holiday matrix is displayed.
While May 2025 will see a total of 12 bank holidays, most of these are weekends or public holidays. It’s still important to plan ahead and make sure your bank-related tasks are done in advance. If you rely on in-branch services, be mindful of the dates, but for those who are comfortable with digital banking, you won’t have much to worry about. Always remember that services like ATMs, mobile banking, and UPI are available to help you manage your finances, even when the bank doors are closed.