Like every month, the schedule of bank holidays in May 2025 has already been released. This news is very important if you are considering doing important bank-related work. According to different states nationwide, banks will remain closed for 11 days in May.
These include national, state-level, and weekly holidays. In such a situation, you should complete important banking work before these holidays to avoid problems. Due to bank holidays, sometimes there may be a delay in cash withdrawal, check clearance, demand draft, loan-related work, passbook update, or other banking services.
Although digital banking services like UPI, net banking, mobile banking, etc., are operational 24×7, many tasks can be completed only by visiting the bank branch. Therefore, the plan is to keep in mind the bank holiday calendar for May 2025.
Banking holidays in May are for different reasons in different states, such as Maharashtra Day, Labour Day, Buddha Purnima, Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti, Weekly Holiday (2nd and 4th Saturday), Maharana Pratap Jayanti, etc. Please provide details on when and why banks will be closed in May 2025 and in which states there will be holidays.
May Bank Holidays
| Name of the holiday | Date and day |
| Labour Day/Maharashtra Day | May 1, Thursday |
| Rabindranath Tagore’s birth anniversary | 8/9 May, Wednesday/Friday (West Bengal) |
| Second Saturday | May 10, Saturday |
| Buddha Purnima | May 12, Monday |
| Sikkim State Day | May 16, Friday (Sikkim only) |
| Fourth Saturday | May 24, Saturday |
| Kazi Nazrul Islam Birth Anniversary | May 26, Monday (Tripura) |
| Maharana Pratap Jayanti | May 29, Thursday (Himachal Pradesh) |
| Other State Holidays | By state |
| Sunday | Every Sunday |
Detailed Calendar of Bank Holidays for May 2025
May 1 (Thursday): Labour Day / Maharashtra Day—Banks will be closed in many states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Manipur, Kerala, West Bengal, Goa, and Bihar.
May 8/9 (Wednesday/Friday): Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti – Banks closed in West Bengal, Tripura.
May 10 (Saturday): Second Saturday – Banks closed nationwide.
May 12 (Monday): Buddha Purnima—Banks are closed in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, Jharkhand, Himachal, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Jammu, Chhattisgarh, etc.
May 16 (Friday): Sikkim State Day – Banks closed only in Sikkim.
May 24 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday – Banks closed nationwide.
26 May (Monday): Kazi Najrul Islam Jayanti – Banks closed in Tripura.
May 29 (Thursday): Maharana Pratap Jayanti – Banks closed in Himachal Pradesh.
Every Sunday, Banks are closed across the country.
Bank Holidays In May 2025: State-Wise Holidays
- Maharashtra Day: Only in Maharashtra
- Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti: West Bengal, Tripura
- Sikkim State Day: Only Sikkim
- Kazi Najrul Islam Jayanti: Tripura
- Maharana Pratap Jayanti: Himachal Pradesh
Impact On Banking Services During Holidays
- Cash transactions: Cash withdrawal, deposit, check clearance, etc., may be affected due to bank branches being closed on holidays.
- Digital banking: UPI, net banking, mobile banking, and ATM services remain operational.
- Loan, passbook, demand draft: A Branch visit is necessary for these services, so finish the work before the holidays.
- Bill payment, fund transfer: Available 24×7 through digital medium.
Do These Important Tasks Before The Holidays
- Get things like check clearance, DD making, passbook update, cash deposit/withdrawal done before the holidays.
- If you must submit any loan or banking documents, visit the branch on time.
- Keep the online banking, UPI, ATM card, etc., facility active.
- If you need cash during the holidays, make arrangements in advance.
Advantages And Disadvantages Of Banking Holidays In May 2025
Advantages:
- Opportunity for bank employees to relax and spend time with family.
- Social and cultural engagement at festivals and special occasions.
Disadvantages:
- There is a delay in providing essential banking services to the general public.
- Interruption in business transactions, check clearance, etc.
- Problem in case of sudden need for cash.
Bank Holidays: Importance of Digital Banking
- Even during holidays, you can transfer money, pay bills, check balances, and more through UPI, IMPS, net banking, or a mobile app.
- Banking apps, wallets, ATMs, etc. are available 24×7.
- With digital banking, many important tasks can be done quickly, even during holidays.
What Will Remain Closed During The Holidays?
- Counter service in a bank branch
- Cheque clearance, demand draft, and passbook update
- Loan-related documentation
- Cash deposit/withdrawal (from bank counter)
- Locker service
Where Can I See The Complete List Of Holidays?
- On the website of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
- On the official website of your state government
- On the official website of the bank or the branch notice board
Conclusion
Banks will remain closed for 11 days in May 2025, including national, state, and weekly holidays. If you have urgent banking work, check the list of holidays and settle it in advance.
Make maximum use of digital banking services to avoid trouble during holidays. Also, take information about state-wise holidays, as the dates of holidays may differ in each state.
Disclaimer: This article is for information and public interest. Bank Holidays: Banks will remain closed for 11 days in May. This information is correct and based on the calendar issued by the Reserve Bank of India, state governments and banks.
The number of holidays may vary from state to state, so confirm your state’s banking holidays. Digital banking services are available even on holidays, but you should prepare before the holidays for branch-related work.
