Bank customers should plan their financial activities carefully, as banks across India will remain closed for up to 14 days in April 2026, according to the schedule issued by the Reserve Bank of India.

These holidays include weekends, festivals, and financial year-end activities. If weekends are excluded, banks will remain shut for around 8 working days, which could impact branch-related services.

The month begins with a nationwide bank closure on April 1, 2026, due to annual account closing.

• Banks will not offer public dealing


• Branches may remain open internally for staff


• No cash deposit, withdrawal, or cheque services available

This is a crucial day when banks finalize financial records for the previous fiscal year.

On the occasion of Good Friday, banks will remain closed in major cities such as:

• Delhi


• Mumbai


• Kolkata


• Chennai


• Bengaluru

Several states will observe bank holidays between April 14 and April 16 due to regional festivals, including:

• Ambedkar Jayanti


• Bihu


• Vishu


• Tamil New Year

States like Assam, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala will see bank closures during this period.

In some states like Karnataka and Tripura, banks may remain closed or operate with limited services on April 20 and 21 due to local festivals.

Despite branch closures, customers can still access services through:

• UPI payments


• Mobile banking apps


• Internet banking


• ATM withdrawals

However, services like:

• Cheque clearance


• Demand drafts


• In-branch transactions

will not be available on holidays.

With multiple holidays lined up, customers are advised to:

• Complete important banking work in advance


• Check city-specific holiday schedules


• Avoid last-minute transactions

This is especially important for businesses and individuals dealing with urgent financial tasks.

The holiday schedule released by the Reserve Bank of India shows that April 2026 will have several non-working days for banks. While digital services remain unaffected, branch visits may be disrupted.

Planning ahead can help you avoid inconvenience and ensure smooth financial operations throughout the month.