Bank Holidays in May 2025: Check the Full List of Days When Banks Will Be Closed

As April nears its end, it’s wise to start planning for the month of May, especially if you have any banking-related tasks to attend to. The month of May 2025 will see several bank holidays across the country, and being aware of these dates can help you avoid any inconvenience. Whether you need to visit your bank branch for paperwork, loans, deposits, or any in-person transactions, knowing the bank holiday schedule in advance is crucial.

According to the official list issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), banks will remain closed for a total of 11 days in May 2025. However, this number may vary depending on the state or union territory you reside in. Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others are state-specific, based on regional festivals and observances.

Let’s break down the list of bank holidays for May 2025 to help you plan your banking activities efficiently.

National-Level Bank Closures

There are a few holidays during which banks across the entire country will remain shut. These typically include Sundays and second/fourth Saturdays as per RBI guidelines. Here are the dates on which banks will remain closed nationwide:

• May 4, 2025 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
• May 10, 2025 (Saturday) – Second Saturday of the month
• May 11, 2025 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
• May 18, 2025 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
• May 24, 2025 (Saturday) – Fourth Saturday of the month
• May 25, 2025 (Sunday) – Weekly holiday

These six days are fixed holidays for all banks across India and affect both public and private sector banks. Make sure not to schedule any branch visits on these days.

State-Specific Bank Holidays in May 2025

Apart from the regular weekend holidays, there are several state-specific bank holidays in May 2025. These are based on regional festivals, anniversaries, and cultural observances. Here is the detailed list:

Date	Day	Occasion	States Observing the Holiday
May 1, 2025	Thursday	May Day (Labour Day)	Assam, Bihar, Goa, Gujarat, Manipur, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, West Bengal, Tripura, Jammu & Kashmir, Delhi
May 1, 2025	Thursday	Maharashtra Day	Maharashtra
May 2, 2025	Friday	Guru Rabindranath Jayanti	West Bengal, Tripura, Jammu & Kashmir, Delhi
May 12, 2025	Monday	Buddha Purnima	Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Mizoram, Odisha, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttarakhand, West Bengal
May 16, 2025	Friday	Statehood Day	Sikkim
May 26, 2025	Monday	Kazi Nazrul Islam’s Birth Anniversary	Tripura

These holidays are not applicable to all states, so it’s important to check your local bank holiday list before making any plans. For example, May 1st will be a bank holiday due to May Day in multiple states, while Maharashtra will also observe Maharashtra Day on the same date. Similarly, Buddha Purnima on May 12 is widely celebrated and recognized in several states, leading to a bank holiday in those regions.

Total Bank Holidays in May 2025

When you combine national holidays like Sundays and second/fourth Saturdays with these regional holidays, banks will remain closed on multiple occasions throughout the month. In total, there are 11 confirmed days on which banks will be shut in at least some parts of India. The number might be higher depending on your specific state or city.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

• Sundays: 4 days (May 4, 11, 18, 25)
• Second & Fourth Saturdays: 2 days (May 10, 24)
• Regional Holidays: 5 days (May 1, 2, 12, 16, 26) – applicable in select states

Plan Your Banking Activities Accordingly

While physical bank branches will be closed on the aforementioned days, customers can still access essential banking services through digital means. Internet banking, mobile banking apps, ATMs, and phone banking services will remain functional even on holidays. Most transactions, including money transfers, bill payments, and checking account balances, can be done online without visiting a bank branch.

However, tasks that require in-person visits, like document submissions, locker access, demand draft issuance, and some loan-related queries, can only be done on working days. Hence, it’s wise to schedule such tasks on days when banks are open in your area.

Why It’s Important to Check Local Bank Holiday Schedules?

Since bank holidays vary based on regional customs and observances, a national holiday calendar may not apply uniformly across all states. For instance, someone living in West Bengal will experience more bank holidays in May compared to someone residing in Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, always refer to your state-specific bank holiday list issued by the RBI or your respective bank’s website to avoid confusion.

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Being informed about the bank holiday schedule for May 2025 can save you time and prevent unnecessary hassle. Whether you are planning to deposit money, open an account, or visit your branch for any other important task, it’s best to check in advance if the bank will be operational on that day. While digital banking continues to grow and offer convenience, certain services still require physical presence, and planning ahead ensures you’re never caught off guard.

So, before stepping out to visit your local bank branch next month, go through the complete list of holidays carefully. With this knowledge in hand, you can plan your financial errands more efficiently and make the most of your time.