Banks' operational status on March 29, 2025.
March 2025 is set to see a total of 14 bank holidays across India, with Sundays and regional holidays taking centre stage. The Sundays in question are the 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st of March, while the second and fourth Saturdays, the 9th and 23rd, will see banking institutions closed[1].
The month will also host several special holidays, including Chapchar Kut on the 1st, Mahashivratri (Maha vad-13)/Sivarathri on the 8th, Bihar Divas on the 22nd, Holi (Second Day) - Dhuleti/Dol Jatra/Dhulandi on the 25th, Yaosang 2nd Day/Holi on the 26th, and Holi on the 27th[1][2]. Good Friday, falling on the 29th, is a holiday in specific regions, but not across the entire country[1][3].
March 31, being a Sunday, is a natural holiday for all banks in India, with no specific regional variations[1].
Regional variations primarily affect the observance of religious holidays like Good Friday. It is worth noting that some banks in Jammu and Kashmir observed holidays on March 27 and 28 for Shab-i-Qadr and Jumat-ul-Vida, respectively[1].
In the case of Good Friday (March 29), it is a holiday in certain regions but not across the entire country. On the other hand, March 31 is automatically a holiday as it falls on a Sunday[1].
Banks in India may have closures due to festivals and regional observances. For instance, banks were closed on March 14 for Holi in several states, including Chandigarh[1]. Cheque clearing and fund transfers initiated on Saturdays may get processed only on the next working day[1].
However, online and digital banking services, such as net banking, mobile banking, and ATMs, will remain operational 24/7[1]. It is also important to note that banks in India may have different operational schedules, with some cooperative banks or private financial institutions having different schedules[1].
In an unusual move, the Reserve Bank of India has issued directives ensuring that banks remain operational on Eid-Ul-Fitr, despite it being a public holiday, to accommodate critical financial activities[1]. Furthermore, banks in Chandigarh remained open on March 29, which was the fifth Saturday of the month[1].
Some banks may have limited services or early closures around the fiscal year-end due to final account settlements[1]. This comprehensive guide aims to help individuals plan their banking activities during March 2025, keeping in mind both national and regional holidays.
[1] Bank holidays in India - 2025, BankBazaar. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.bankbazaar.com/banking-articles/bank-holidays-in-india-2025/ [2] Bank holidays in India - 2025, Holidays Calendar. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.holidayscalendar.com/india/bank-holidays-in-india-2025.html [3] Good Friday, Holidays Calendar. (2025). Retrieved from https://www.holidayscalendar.com/india/good-friday-in-india.html
The business and finance sector in India will experience closures during several special holidays, including Chapchar Kut on the 1st, Mahashivratri (Maha vad-14)/Sivarathri on the 8th, Bihar Divas on the 22nd, Holi (Second Day) - Dhuleti/Dol Jatra/Dhulandi on the 25th, Yaosang 2nd Day/Holi on the 26th, and Holi on the 27th. Additionally, some banks may have closures due to festivals and regional observances, such as the closures observed on March 14 for Holi in several states.
