Bank customers planning important transactions in November 2026 should check the holiday schedule for their respective cities before visiting a branch. Banks in Patna and Ranchi are set to remain closed for three consecutive days from November 14 to November 16 due to the weekend and Chhath Puja.
November 14 is the second Saturday, while November 15 falls on a Sunday. Banks in both cities will also observe a holiday on November 16 for Chhath Puja. Customers who need to complete cash transactions or important banking paperwork should plan their visits before November 14.
Bank Holidays in November 2026: What Customers Should Know
According to the Reserve Bank of India’s November 2026 holiday calendar, banks will remain closed on different dates across states and cities because of regional festivals and special occasions.
However, these holidays do not apply uniformly across India. The dates and reasons for bank closures depend on the location, so customers should check the schedule applicable to their city.
Where Are Banks Closed for Bhai Dooj?
Banks in several states and regions are observing holidays for Bhai Dooj and other local festivals.
- Uttar Pradesh: Bank branches will remain closed for Bhai Dooj and Chitragupta Jayanti.
- West Bengal: Banks will observe holidays for Lakshmi Puja and Bhratri Dwitiya (Bhai Dooj).
- Himachal Pradesh: Banks will remain closed on the occasion of Bhai Dooj.
- Sikkim: Bank closures are scheduled in connection with Lakshmi Puja and Diwali holidays.
- Manipur: Banks will observe a holiday for the Ningol Chakouba festival.
Complete List of Bank Holidays in November 2026
Here are the major dates and locations mentioned in the November bank holiday schedule:
| Date | Location | Occasion |
|---|---|---|
| November 11 | Uttar Pradesh | Bhai Dooj, Lakshmi Puja and Chitragupta Jayanti |
| November 13 | Shillong, Meghalaya | Wangala Festival |
| November 16 | Patna and Ranchi | Chhath Puja |
| November 20 | Dehradun, Uttarakhand | Igas-Bagwal |
| November 23 | Shillong | Seng Kut Snem |
| November 24 | Several cities | Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima |
| November 27 | Bengaluru | Kanakadasa Jayanti |
Apart from these festival-related holidays, banks across the country will remain closed on November 15, 22 and 29, as these dates fall on Sundays.
Bank branches will also remain closed on November 14, the second Saturday, and November 28, the fourth Saturday.
Customers are advised to check their local bank holiday calendar and complete branch-related work in advance to avoid inconvenience.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the bank holiday information provided for November 2026. Holidays may differ by state, city and banking jurisdiction. Customers should confirm the applicable dates with their bank or the RBI’s official holiday calendar before planning a branch visit.