Bank holidays next week: When will banks remain closed for the week starting March 2? Check state-wise list

Bank holidays next week: When will banks remain closed for the week starting March 2? Check state-wise list
Customers planning to visit bank branches this week, should check holiday schedules beforehand to avoid any inconvenience. Banks in India observe a mix of national and state-specific holidays, so closure dates may vary depending on the region. Several banks will be closed this week for festivals and state observances. In addition, branches will remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of March, following guidelines from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Customers should plan ahead for services like large cash deposits, cheque clearances, and other branch-dependent transactions.When will banks remain closed this week?
  • March 2, 2026: Banks in Uttar Pradesh remain shut for Holika Dahan
  • March 3, 2026: Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam, Telangana, Rajasthan, West Bengal, Goa, Bihar, Jharkhand, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh will see bank closures in observance of Holi (Second Day) / Dol Jatra / Dhulandi / Holika Dahan / Attukal Pongala.
  • March 4, 2026: Banks will remain close in Tripura, Gujarat, Mizoram, Odisha, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of Holi / Dhuleti / Yaosang.

While physical branches will not be open on these dates, customers can continue to use digital banking channels. Online banking, mobile apps, ATMs, and UPI services will remain operational, allowing fund transfers, bill payments, and other routine transactions. However, branch-specific services, including cheque clearances, demand draft issuance, and large cash deposits, will not be available on the listed holidays. Customers are encouraged to complete such tasks in advance and rely on digital platforms during the closures.
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