Upcoming Bank Holidays in India: Maharashtra Day, Labour Day, and More
Bank holidays next week: Maharashtra Day, Labour Day, Buddha Pournima, Sunday weekend from 27 April-3 May. See RBI list
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Banks across India will be closed for two days next week, from April 27 to May 3, 2026, due to Maharashtra Day, Labour Day, and Buddha Pournima. Customers can still access online banking and ATMs during this period.
- 01Banks will be closed on May 1 for Maharashtra Day, Labour Day, and Buddha Pournima.
- 02May 3 is a Sunday, contributing to a long weekend.
- 03Online banking and ATMs will remain operational during holidays.
- 04A total of 13 bank holidays are scheduled for May 2026.
- 05Check with local banks for specific holiday schedules.
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Banks in India will observe closures on May 1, 2026, for Maharashtra Day, Labour Day, and Buddha Pournima, as well as on May 3 for the Sunday weekend. While banks will be shut, online banking services and ATMs will still be available for transactions. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has outlined a total of 13 official holidays for May, including weekends and specific regional observances. Notably, May 2 will be a working Saturday, as banks remain open on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays unless a public holiday is declared. Customers are advised to check with their local bank branches for any variations in the holiday schedule to avoid inconvenience during this period.
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Customers should prepare for bank closures by planning their transactions in advance, especially if they rely on cash withdrawals or cheque transactions.
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