Bank Holidays in September 2026: Bank customers planning important transactions next week should check the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar before visiting their branch. Several bank holidays are scheduled between September 14 and 19 due to regional festivals and local occasions.
Banks will remain closed in different states on September 14, September 15 and September 18. While branch operations will be affected, most digital banking facilities are expected to continue functioning normally.
Bank Holidays on September 14
On September 14, bank branches will remain closed in seven states due to Ganesh Chaturthi, Ganesh Puja, Haritalika Teej and Varasiddhi Vinayak Vrat.
The states observing the holiday are:
- Maharashtra
- Karnataka
- Tamil Nadu
- Telangana
- Andhra Pradesh
- Odisha
- Goa
Customers in these states who need to visit a branch for cash-related or other banking work should plan accordingly.
Bank Holiday on September 15
Banks in three states will observe another holiday on September 15 for regional festivals and celebrations, including Samvatsari (Chaturthi Paksha), Nuakhai and the second day of Ganesh Chaturthi.
The affected states are:
- Gujarat
- Odisha
- Goa
Goa and Odisha to See Consecutive Bank Holidays
Bank customers in Goa and Odisha should take particular note of the schedule, as branches in these states will remain closed on September 14 and September 15, resulting in two consecutive holidays.
Those planning important branch visits, cash withdrawals or other time-sensitive banking work should ideally complete them before the holidays begin.
Banks Closed in Shillong on September 18
Another regional bank holiday is scheduled for September 18. Bank branches under the Shillong circle in Meghalaya will remain closed in observance of a local occasion.
Customers in Shillong and surrounding areas should therefore check with their respective bank before planning a branch visit on this date.
Bank Holidays from September 14 to 19: Quick List
| Date | States/Area | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| September 14 | Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Goa | Ganesh Chaturthi/Ganesh Puja and related observances |
| September 15 | Gujarat, Odisha, Goa | Samvatsari, Nuakhai and related celebrations |
| September 18 | Shillong, Meghalaya | Regional/local festival holiday |
Will UPI and Online Banking Work During Bank Holidays?
A bank branch closure does not generally mean that digital banking services will stop. Customers can usually continue using services such as UPI, mobile banking, internet banking and ATMs even when branches are shut.
However, certain branch-dependent services and specific transactions may follow different processing timelines during holidays. Customers who need cash or have an important banking requirement should therefore make arrangements in advance.
Bank Holiday September 2026: What Customers Should Do
With multiple regional holidays falling during the week, customers should check their bank’s branch-specific holiday schedule before making a visit.
If your banking work requires a physical branch, completing it ahead of the scheduled holidays can help avoid unnecessary delays. For routine payments and transfers, digital options such as UPI, internet banking and mobile banking should generally remain available.
Also Read: Check the RBI bank holiday calendar for your state before planning any branch-related banking work.