Reserve Bank of India Announces Bank Holidays for May 2025
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Reserve Bank of India Announces Bank Holidays for May 2025: Here’s the Full List
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially released the list of bank holidays for May 2025. As per the RBI’s guidelines, banks across various states will remain closed on specific dates
due to regional festivals, national observances, and regular weekend offs. It’s important for customers to plan their banking activities accordingly to avoid inconvenience.
Full List of Bank Holidays in May 2025
Below is the detailed list of bank holidays in May 2025, including state-specific festivals and general closures:
| Date | Day | Holiday | Applicable States |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day / Labour Day | Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and others |
| May 7 | Wednesday | Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti | West Bengal |
| May 12 | Monday | Basava Jayanti / Akshaya Tritiya | Karnataka, Maharashtra, Odisha |
| May 14 | Wednesday | Parashurama Jayanti | Some parts of Kerala, Himachal Pradesh |
| May 18 | Sunday | Buddha Purnima | Nationwide (major observance) |
| May 25 | Sunday | Weekly holiday (Sunday) | All states |
| Saturdays (May 10 & 24) | – | Second & Fourth Saturdays | All banks |
Note: Bank holidays may vary from state to state, depending on local festivals and customs. Customers are advised to check with their respective bank branches or the official RBI website for the exact holiday list in their region.
| Date | Day | Occasion | Applicable States |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Thursday | May Day / Labour Day | Assam, Bihar, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi |
| May 1 | Thursday | Maharashtra Day | Maharashtra |
| May 8 | Thursday | Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti | West Bengal, Tripura, Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi |
| May 12 | Monday | Buddha Purnima | Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Mizoram, Odisha, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura, Uttarakhand, West Bengal |
| May 16 | Friday | State Day | Sikkim |
| May 23 | Friday | Buddha Purnima (Alternate Date) | Assam, Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi |
| May 26 | Monday | Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti | Tripura |
| May 29 | Thursday | Maharana Pratap Jayanti | Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan |
Plan Ahead for Hassle-Free Banking
With digital banking services like mobile apps, internet banking, and ATMs available 24/7, most routine transactions can be handled even on holidays. However, for services like cheque clearance, branch visits, or demand drafts, it’s best to schedule your plans keeping these holidays in mind.
Stay informed and manage your finances smartly this May!