State-wise bank holidays in October: Banks to remain closed for 15 days, check full list

October has arrived, ushering in a vibrant month filled with festivals and celebrations. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially announced a total of 15 bank holidays this month, observed nationwide.

These include public and regional holidays such as Dussehra, Diwali, and Gandhi Jayanti. Banks will also be closed on Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays.

If you plan to visit a bank branch, be sure to check the holiday list carefully, as the schedule may vary by state due to regional celebrations. Here’s a list of the bank holidays in October:

1. October 1: Assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir (holiday)

2. October 2: National holiday for Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti

3. October 3: Shardiya Navratri and Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti

4. October 6: Weekly holiday (Sunday)

5. October 10: Maha Saptami (holiday)

6. October 11: Mahanavami (holiday)

7. October 12: Dussehra and second Saturday (holiday)

8. October 13: Weekly holiday (Sunday)

9. October 14: Durga Puja (Dashami) and Dussehra in Gangtok (holiday)

10. October 16: Laxmi Puja in Agartala and Kolkata (holiday)

11. October 17: Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti (banks closed in Karnataka, Assam, Himachal Pradesh, and more)

12. October 20: Weekly holiday (Sunday)

13. October 26: Accession Day in Jammu and Kashmir and fourth Saturday (holiday)

14. October 27: Weekly holiday (Sunday)

15. October 31: Diwali (Deepavali), Kali Puja, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's Birthday, and Naraka Chaturdashi (holiday)

Check RBI Released Data Below:

With these 15 holidays in mind, plan your financial transactions accordingly to avoid any issues. Remember, online transactions and digital banking services will still be available during these holidays.