As we kick off the New Year, it’s time to take note of the bank holidays for January 2025. This month brings a total of 13 holidays, including all Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays. Knowing these dates in advance can help you manage your banking needs without any last-minute surprises!
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official holiday schedule for banks, determined by national and state celebrations, cultural traditions, and government guidelines. Here’s the complete breakdown of the holidays for January 2025.
January 2025 Bank Holiday Schedule
January 1, 2025 (Wednesday): New Year’s Day / Loosong / Namsoong
- Regions Observed: Aizawl, Chennai, Gangtok, Imphal, Itanagar, Kohima, Kolkata, Shillong
January 2, 2025 (Thursday): Loosong / Namsoong / New Year Celebrations
- Regions Observed: Aizawl, Gangtok
January 5, 2025 (Sunday): Weekly Holiday
- Observed Nationwide
January 6, 2025 (Monday): Sri Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday
- Region Observed: Chandigarh
January 11, 2025 (Saturday): Missionary Day / Imoinu Iratpa / Second Saturday
- Regions Observed: Imphal, Aizawl
January 12, 2025 (Sunday): Weekly Holiday
- Observed Nationwide
January 14, 2025 (Tuesday): Makar Sankranti / Pongal / Magh Bihu / Birthday of Hazarat Ali
- Regions Observed: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Gangtok, Guwahati, Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh), Hyderabad (Telangana), Itanagar, Kanpur, Lucknow
January 15, 2025 (Wednesday): Thiruvalluvar Day
- Region Observed: Chennai
January 16, 2025 (Thursday): Uzhavar Thirunal
- Region Observed: Chennai
January 19, 2025 (Sunday): Weekly Holiday
- Observed Nationwide
January 23, 2025 (Thursday): Birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose / Vir Surendrasai Jayanti
- Regions Observed: Agartala, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata
January 25, 2025 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday
- Observed Nationwide
January 26, 2025 (Sunday): Republic Day
- Observed Nationwide
Why These Holidays Matter
Bank holidays vary across states based on cultural and regional festivals. Planning your transactions in advance ensures you won’t face delays in accessing banking services during these dates.
So whether it’s a routine withdrawal, loan application, or financial planning, mark these dates on your calendar and stay ahead.
