If you need to visit a bank branch on Friday, September 25, 2026, it is important to check whether your banking centre is observing a regional holiday. According to the September 2026 bank holiday schedule, branches in Gangtok will remain closed today for Indrajatra, while banks in most other parts of the country will operate normally.
The Reserve Bank of India’s holiday calendar follows a centre-specific system, meaning a holiday declared for one city or region does not automatically apply across the country.
Why Are Banks Closed on September 25?
September 25 is listed as a bank holiday in Gangtok for Indrajatra. The closure applies to the banking centre in Gangtok, Sikkim, rather than to bank branches nationwide.
Therefore, customers in cities and states outside the affected banking centre can generally visit their branches as usual, subject to their individual bank’s schedule.
Bank Holiday Schedule After September 25
Customers should also keep the upcoming dates in mind. September 26 is the fourth Saturday of the month, when banks across India will remain closed.
September 27 is a Sunday. However, the government has taken a special step because of the proposed three-day bank strike scheduled from September 28 to 30. All Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks have been directed to function normally on September 27, and the RBI has approved the operation of bank branches, offices, ATM-linked branches and currency chests on that day.
The United Forum of Bank Unions has called the proposed nationwide strike for September 28, 29 and 30. The unions’ stated demand includes implementation of a five-day banking workweek.
Will Digital Banking Services Work?
A regional or weekend branch closure does not mean that all banking services stop. Customers can generally continue using digital channels such as UPI, internet banking and mobile banking, while ATMs remain available for supported transactions.
However, services that require a physical branch visit, such as certain documentation, cash-counter work or other branch-specific requests, may need to be completed when the branch is open.
For customers with urgent banking work, checking the holiday status of the specific branch before travelling can help avoid inconvenience.
Disclaimer
Bank holiday information in this article is based on the September 2026 holiday schedule and official government information available at the time of publication. Holiday applicability can vary by banking centre, and digital services may occasionally be affected by maintenance or other technical issues. Customers should confirm with their bank or branch before planning an important transaction.