A lot of bank holidays are set to fall in April 2025 across various states in India with a whopping 15 days when banks will be closed. These holidays will mark national events, regional festivals, and weekends as well. It becomes imperative for their customers to know these dates and plan their banking activities accordingly. In this regard, we present a thorough examination of the bank holidays in April 2025:
1. National & Regional Holidays
On significant national holidays like Good Friday and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, the bank would be closed. Also, regional festivals, like Ugadi, Baisakhi, and Bohag Bihu, will see state-specific closures.
3. Complete List Of Bank Holidays In April 2025
Here’s a table listing the Bank Holidays in April 2025:
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2025 | Tuesday | Annual Closing of Bank Accounts | Nationwide (Except Few) |
| April 5, 2025 | Saturday | Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti | Andhra Pradesh, Telangana |
| April 9, 2025 | Wednesday | Ugadi / Gudi Padwa / Telugu New Year | Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh |
| April 10, 2025 | Thursday | Eid-ul-Fitr (Tentative) | Nationwide |
| April 11, 2025 | Friday | Eid-ul-Fitr Holiday (Next Day) | Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala |
| April 13, 2025 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday | Nationwide |
| April 14, 2025 | Monday | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti / Tamil New Year | Nationwide (Some States) |
| April 15, 2025 | Tuesday | Bengali New Year / Vishu / Bihu | West Bengal, Assam, Kerala |
| April 18, 2025 | Friday | Ram Navami | Several States |
| April 19, 2025 | Saturday | Weekend Holiday | Nationwide |
| April 20, 2025 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday | Nationwide |
| April 21, 2025 | Monday | Mahavir Jayanti | Nationwide (Some States) |
| April 26, 2025 | Saturday | Weekend Holiday | Nationwide |
| April 27, 2025 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday | Nationwide |
| April 29, 2025 | Tuesday | Shab-e-Qadr (Tentative) | Jammu & Kashmir, Kerala |
Note: Holidays may vary by state and are subject to change. It’s best to confirm with your local bank for accurate information.
2. Weekend Bank Closures
Other than the aforementioned festival holidays, banks will be closed on Sundays and on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. If you have any urgent banking work, ensure you complete it before these dates.
4. Online Banking Availability
While the physical branches would be closed on these holidays, online banking, mobile banking, and ATM transactions would still be available 24/7. Customers can conduct transaction-vital banking activities such as transferring funds and checking balances or paying bills through these online platforms.
Conclusion
Plan your banking transactions ahead to avoid any inconvenience on these holidays. Be sure to mark these dates on the calendar so that you can complete all your important financial tasks in advance.
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