April 2025 will have multiple bank holidays across India, including national, regional, and weekend closures. These holidays vary by state, affecting in-person banking services, so staying updated is essential for smooth financial planning.
Key holidays in April 2025 include Ram Navami, Good Friday, Mahavir Jayanti, Baisakhi, and Bohag Bihu, along with regular second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays when banks remain closed. As different states observe different festivals, a state-wise holiday list helps avoid disruptions in transactions.
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While online banking services will continue, in-branch services will be unavailable on these holidays. Checking the bank holiday schedule in advance ensures hassle-free financial transactions, loan payments, and cash withdrawals throughout the month.
List of Bank Holidays
- Andhra Pradesh
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Assam
- Bihar
- Chhattisgarh
- Goa
- Gujarat
- Haryana
- Himachal Pradesh
- Jharkhand
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Manipur
- Meghalaya
- Mizoram
- Nagaland
- Odisha
- Punjab
- Rajasthan
- Sikkim
- Tamil Nadu
- Telangana
- Tripura
- Uttar Pradesh
- Uttarakhand
- West Bengal
Andhra Pradesh Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 5, 2025 (Saturday): Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday): Ugadi
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Arunachal Pradesh Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 17, 2025 (Thursday): Ram Navami
Assam Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Bohag Bihu
Bihar Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 6, 2025 (Sunday): Ram Navami
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Chhattisgarh Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Goa Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday): Gudi Padwa
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Gujarat Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday): Gudi Padwa
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
Haryana Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Himachal Pradesh Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
- April 17, 2025 (Thursday): Ram Navami
Jharkhand Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Sarhul
Karnataka Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday): Ugadi
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Kerala Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Vishu
Madhya Pradesh Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Maharashtra Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday): Gudi Padwa
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Manipur Bank Holidays April 2025
April 14, 2025 (Monday): Cheiraoba
Meghalaya Bank Holidays April 2025
April 14, 2025 (Monday): Shad Suk Mynsiem
Mizoram Bank Holidays April 2025
April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Nagaland Bank Holidays April 2025
April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Odisha Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 1, 2025 (Tuesday): Odisha Day
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, Baisakhi (Vaisakhi)
Punjab Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Vaisakhi
Rajasthan Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Sikkim Bank Holidays April 2025
April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Tamil Nadu Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday): Telugu New Year
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Tamil New Year / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Telangana Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 9, 2025 (Wednesday): Ugadi
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Tripura Bank Holidays April 2025
April 14, 2025 (Monday): Bengali New Year
Uttar Pradesh Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Uttarakhand Bank Holidays April 2025
- April 10, 2025 (Thursday): Mahavir Jayanti
- April 14, 2025 (Monday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
West Bengal Bank Holidays April 2025
April 14, 2025 (Monday): Bengali New Year / Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
Given Below are Brief Descriptions for Each Holiday
Odisha Day
Also known as Utkal Divas, Odisha Day marks the formation of the state of Odisha on April 1, 1936. The day is celebrated with cultural events, parades, and public ceremonies across the state, and banks remain closed in Odisha.
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti honors Babu Jagjivan Ram, a social reformer and leader who fought for the rights of Dalits and underprivileged communities. It is observed in states like Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh, with banks remaining closed in some regions.
Ram Navami
Ram Navami celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. Devotees observe this day with prayers, fasting, and temple visits. States like Bihar and Himachal Pradesh observe this as a bank holiday.
Ugadi / Gudi Padwa / Telugu New Year
Ugadi is the New Year festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, while Gudi Padwa is observed in Maharashtra. It marks the beginning of the Hindu lunisolar calendar, and people celebrate with special dishes, prayers, and cultural programs. In Tamil Nadu, this day is observed as Telugu New Year.
Mahavir Jayanti
Mahavir Jayanti is an important religious festival for Jains, celebrating the birth of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara. Devotees observe prayers, processions, and charitable acts. It is a public holiday in states like Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka.
Baisakhi (Vaisakhi)
Baisakhi, also known as Vaisakhi, is a significant harvest festival primarily celebrated in Punjab and northern India. It marks the beginning of the Sikh New Year and commemorates the formation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. Devotees visit gurdwaras, participate in kirtans, and enjoy traditional Punjabi dances like Bhangra and Gidda. The day is also observed as a harvest festival by farmers, celebrating the prosperity of the new crop season.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
This day marks the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution and a social reformer. It is a public holiday in several states, including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh, where grand celebrations take place in his honor.
Bohag Bihu
Bohag Bihu, also known as Rongali Bihu, is the Assamese New Year and marks the beginning of the harvest season. Celebrated with dance, music, and feasts, it is one of the most significant festivals in Assam, where banks and government offices remain closed.
Vishu
Vishu is the Malayali New Year, celebrated in Kerala with traditional feasts, fireworks, and Vishukkani (auspicious first sight of the day). Many people visit temples and distribute gifts, and banks remain closed in Kerala.
Sarhul
Sarhul is a tribal festival celebrated in Jharkhand to honor nature and the beginning of spring. People worship trees, perform traditional dances, and participate in community feasts. Banks in Jharkhand observe this as a holiday.
Cheiraoba
Cheiraoba is the Manipuri New Year, marked by rituals, feasts, and prayers. Families prepare special meals and climb nearby hills as a symbolic gesture of rising to greater heights. It is a public holiday in Manipur.
Shad Suk Mynsiem
Shad Suk Mynsiem is a harvest and thanksgiving festival celebrated by the Khasi tribe in Meghalaya. It includes traditional dances, rituals, and prayers for prosperity and well-being.
Tamil New Year
Puthandu, or Tamil New Year, is celebrated in Tamil Nadu with prayers, feasts, and family gatherings. People visit temples and prepare traditional dishes like Mango Pachadi to symbolize different aspects of life.
Bengali New Year (Poila Boishakh)
Poila Boishakh is the Bengali New Year, observed in West Bengal and Tripura. It marks the start of the Bengali calendar, celebrated with cultural programs, fairs, and festive meals. Many businesses and banks remain closed.
Vaisakhi
Vaisakhi is an important harvest festival in Punjab, marking the Sikh New Year and the formation of the Khalsa. Devotees visit Gurdwaras, participate in processions (Nagar Kirtans), and celebrate with music and dance. Banks in Punjab observe a holiday on this day.
Ram Navami (Observed in Some States)
In some states like Arunachal Pradesh and Himachal Pradesh, Ram Navami is observed as a bank holiday. The festival honors Lord Rama, and devotees participate in temple processions, prayers, and religious feasts.
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FAQs
How many holidays are there in April 2025 in India, and do all states follow the same holiday schedule?
The total number of bank holidays varies by state, as different regions observe specific festivals and local events. However, major holidays like Mahavir Jayanti, Ugadi, and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti are recognized in multiple states.
Are banks closed nationwide on all holidays in April, or do some services remain available?
Banks are not closed nationwide for every holiday. While some holidays are observed across the country, many are state-specific. Essential services like ATMs, online banking, and mobile transactions remain operational.
Will online banking, mobile banking, and ATM withdrawals be available on bank holidays in April 2025?
Yes, digital banking services, including fund transfers, bill payments, and ATM withdrawals, will function as usual. However, branch-related services such as cheque clearances may be delayed until the next working day.
Is April 1, 2025, a bank holiday in all states, and why is it observed?
April 1 is generally a bank holiday for the annual financial closing, where banks settle accounts for the fiscal year. This closure mainly affects banking institutions rather than the general public. However, some states may have additional public holidays.
Will NEFT, RTGS, and IMPS transactions be affected on bank holidays in April 2025?
While in-branch transactions will not be possible, online fund transfers through NEFT and RTGS will continue as per RBI guidelines. Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) and UPI transactions will remain available 24/7.
Do private banks like HDFC, ICICI, and Axis Bank follow the same holiday schedule as government banks?
Yes, private banks also follow the RBI-mandated holiday list and remain closed on national and state-specific holidays. However, customer support services may still be available for digital banking assistance.
Which states observe Ugadi as a bank holiday, and what is its significance?
Ugadi, the New Year celebration in some southern states, falls on April 9, 2025. It is a bank holiday in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Karnataka, where it is widely celebrated with cultural festivities.
Is Good Friday included in the list of bank holidays for April 2025 in India?
No, Good Friday falls on March 28, 2025, and is not part of April’s holiday schedule. However, Easter Monday (March 31) may be observed in certain regions.
If I have urgent banking work, such as cheque deposits or cash withdrawals, how should I plan around the bank holidays?
To avoid inconvenience, it’s best to complete branch-related work before or after bank holidays. You can use ATMs, internet banking, or mobile banking for transactions that do not require a physical visit to the bank.
Where can I find a complete, state-wise list of bank holidays for April 2025, including regional festivals and official notices?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) publishes an official holiday list on its website. Additionally, state government websites and individual bank portals provide detailed schedules specific to different regions.
