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Bank Holidays in April 2025: City-Wise List of Closures and Digital Banking Availability

Plan your April 2025 banking activities with this complete list of bank holidays. Check city-wise closures, digital banking tips, and festive dates.

Banks across India will observe 14 closures in April 2025, starting with a nationwide shutdown on April 1 for annual account settlements. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released its city-wise holiday calendar, combining national observances, regional festivals, and weekend closures.

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Bank Holidays in April 2025: Full City-Wise Schedule Released

Key Nationwide Bank Holidays in April 2025

  • April 1 (Tuesday): Banks’ Closing of Accounts (All India)
  • April 12 & 26: Second and Fourth Saturdays
  • All Sundays (April 6, 13, 20, 27)

📌 Pro Tip: Digital banking services (NEFT, IMPS, UPI) remain operational on all holidays.

Major Festival Holidays Affecting Banking Services

1. Mahavir Jayanti – April 10, 2025

  • Cities Affected: Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Jaipur, Lucknow
  • Jain-majority regions will observe closures.

2. Ambedkar Jayanti/Bihu/Baisakhi – April 14, 2025

  • Pan-India Impact: Banks closed in 18+ cities including Kolkata, Hyderabad, Patna, and Chandigarh.

3. Good Friday – April 18, 2025

  • Widespread Closures: Affects metros like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Chennai.

City-Wise Bank Holiday Breakdown

Metropolitan Cities:

CityKey Holidays (Dates)Total Closures
MumbaiApril 1, 10, 14, 18 + Weekends8 days
DelhiApril 1, 10, 18 + Weekends7 days
KolkataApril 1, 10, 14, 15, 18 + Weekends9 days
ChennaiApril 1, 10, 14, 18 + Weekends8 days

Regional Observances:

  • Guwahati: April 14-16 (Bohag Bihu)
  • Bengaluru: April 30 (Basava Jayanti)
  • Shimla: April 30 (Parshuram Jayanti)

👉 Full City-Wise Table Below

Complete April 2025 Bank Holiday Schedule

CityApril 1April 10April 14April 15April 18
AhmedabadYesYesYesNoYes
KolkataYesYesYesBengali New YearYes
HyderabadYesNoYesNoYes
JaipurYesYesYesNoNo

How to Manage Banking During Holidays

  1. Use Digital Services: Transfer funds, pay bills, or open FDs via net banking.
  2. Plan Cash Withdrawals: ATMs may face rush before long weekends.
  3. Check Local Schedules: Some states add holidays for festivals like Garia Puja (Agartala, April 21).

Why Do Bank Holidays Vary?

The RBI follows the Negotiable Instruments Act, honoring both national events (like Ambedkar Jayanti) and regional festivals (e.g., Bihu in Assam). This ensures cultural inclusivity while maintaining financial workflows through digital channels.

Final Note: With new fiscal year regulations (tax slabs, UPI rules) taking effect in April 2025, mark these Bank Holidays in April 2025 on your calendar to avoid last-minute hassles. Stay updated with Munsif for more financial planning guides!

Disclaimer: Dates based on RBI’s 2025 calendar. Confirm locally for updates.

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