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With August 2025 packed with national celebrations, regional festivals, and weekend closures, banks across India will observe a total of 15 holidays. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released a comprehensive schedule to help customers, businesses, and institutions plan their financial activities without last-minute disruptions.
National And Weekend Closures
Several holidays in August apply nationwide, while others are region-specific. All banks will remain closed on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays, as per RBI norms.
Key highlights from the national schedule:
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August 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 are Sunday holidays
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August 9 and 23 are second and fourth Saturday holidays respectively
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August 15 marks Independence Day, a nationwide closure
These dates account for nine of the fifteen total holidays, making weekends particularly important for planning transactions, branch visits, and document submissions.
Regional Holidays And Festival Observances
In addition to national holidays, banks will be closed in specific states for regional festivals and cultural observances. These closures vary by location and are based on local traditions and state government notifications.
State-wise closures include:
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August 8: Tendong Lho Rum Faat in Sikkim
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August 9: Raksha Bandhan and Jhulana Purnima in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh
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August 13: Patriot’s Day in Manipur
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August 16: Janmashtami and Krishna Jayanthi in Tamil Nadu, Mizoram, Telangana, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and others
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August 19: Birthday of Maharaja Bir Bikram Kishore Manikya Bahadur in Tripura
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August 25: Tirubhav Tithi of Srimanta Sankardeva in Assam
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August 27: Ganesh Chaturthi and Samvatsari in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Goa, and Odisha
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August 28: Second day of Ganesh Chaturthi and Nuakhai in Odisha and Goa
These regional holidays reflect India’s cultural diversity and require customers to check with their local branches for specific closures.
Digital Banking And Alternate Services
While physical branches will remain closed on these dates, digital banking services such as mobile apps, net banking, UPI, and ATMs will continue to operate. However, transactions involving cheques, demand drafts, and other instruments governed by the Negotiable Instruments Act may be delayed.
Customers are advised to:
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Complete time-sensitive transactions in advance
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Schedule EMI payments, fund transfers, and account updates before holiday dates
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Use digital platforms for balance checks, bill payments, and fund transfers during closures
Business owners and institutions should also plan payroll processing, vendor payments, and compliance filings around these dates to avoid operational bottlenecks.
Impact On Financial Planning And Public Services
The clustered holidays in August may lead to extended weekends, especially around Independence Day and Ganesh Chaturthi. This can affect cash availability, loan processing, and customer service timelines.
To mitigate disruptions:
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Individuals should avoid scheduling critical financial tasks on or around holiday dates
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Institutions should communicate with clients and vendors about adjusted timelines
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Travelers should ensure access to ATMs and digital payment options during long weekends
Final Takeaway
August 2025 presents a dense calendar of bank holidays, blending national pride with regional traditions. By staying informed and planning ahead, customers can navigate the month smoothly without compromising financial routines. Whether it’s Raksha Bandhan in the north or Ganesh Chaturthi in the west, each holiday adds to the cultural richness—and logistical complexity—of India’s banking landscape.
Sources: LiveMint, BankersAdda, DNA India, Economic Times, News18, Moneycontrol, RBI Holiday Schedule 2025
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