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New Delhi: Banks across India will remain closed for up to 21 days during the month, including weekends and state-specific holidays. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the bank holiday calendar for October 2025, which includes national and regional holidays.
While online banking services will remain available, physical bank branches will not operate on certain days. The number of holidays will vary from state to state, depending on regional festivals and observances.
Why Are Banks Closed for 21 Days in October 2025?
Out of the 21 days, 15 are holidays declared by RBI under different categories, including:
Holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act
Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) holidays
Banks’ Closing of Ac