Banks Closed for 11 Days in November 2025: Full State-Wise Holiday List and Tips

Digital Desk

Planning your banking chores? Brace yourself—banks across India will remain shut for 11 days in November 2025 , as per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar. This includes five Sundays, second and fourth Saturdays, and four region-specific festivals, varying by state.

The extended closures come amid major festivals like Diwali, Chhath Puja, and Guru Nanak Jayanti. While physical branches will down shutters, digital banking services UPI, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, and ATMs will operate 24/7, ensuring seamless transactions.

November 2025 Bank Holiday Calendar (RBI List)

Here’s the complete state-wise bank closure schedule :

- November 1 (Saturday) – Diwali (Amavasya) – Closed in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Sikkim, Rajasthan

- November 2 (Sunday) – Nationwide closure

- November 3 (Monday) – Diwali (Balipratipada) – Closed in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka

- November 7 (Friday) – Chhath Puja (Evening) – Closed in Bihar, Jharkhand

- November 8 (Saturday) – Second Saturday – All India

- November 9 (Sunday) – Nationwide closure

- November 15 (Saturday) – Third Saturday (working in some states)

- November 16 (Sunday) – Nationwide closure

- November 20 (Thursday) – Guru Nanak Jayanti – Closed in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir

- November 22 (Saturday) – Fourth Saturday – All India

- November 23 (Sunday) – Nationwide closure

- November 30 (Sunday) – Nationwide closure

Note: November 15 is a working day in many states despite being a third Saturday.

Stock Market Also Shut for 11 Days

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will observe 11 trading holidays , including all Saturdays, Sundays, and Guru Nanak Jayanti on November 20 . Commodity and currency markets follow the same schedule.

Smart Tips to Beat Bank Holidays

1. Finish high-value transactions (loans, property deals) before October 31.

2. Use mobile banking apps for fund transfers, bill payments, and cheque status.

3. Withdraw cash in advance from ATMs to avoid festival rush.

4. Schedule NEFT/RTGS during working hours (up to 6 PM on weekdays).

5. Verify state-specific holidays on RBI’s official website.

With online banking now handling 90% of transactions, physical branch visits are rarely needed. Still, for KYC updates, passbook printing, or locker access, mark your calendar.