RBI has announced 9 bank holidays in February 2026 including Sundays, second and fourth Saturdays, and regional festivals. Check full list here.
Banks remain open on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays, unless a local or regional holiday is declared separately.
If you are planning bank-related work next month, it’s time to check the calendar. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official list of bank holidays for February 2026, and there are nine days when banks will remain closed across different parts of the country. The list applies to both public and private sector banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI).
The holidays include all Sundays, the second and fourth Saturdays, and a few state-specific festivals and observances. While some closures apply nationwide, others depend on local and regional celebrations, making it important to know what applies in your state.
According to the RBI’s annual holiday calendar, banks will remain closed for nine days in February 2026. These include regular weekend closures and specific regional holidays notified under the Negotiable Instruments Act.
Banks remain open on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays, unless a local or regional holiday is declared separately.
Here is the complete list of bank holidays in February 2026:
No. Bank holidays vary from state to state due to regional festivals, local events, and state-specific observances. While weekends and designated Saturdays apply nationwide, festival-related closures depend on local government notifications.
Customers are advised to confirm holiday schedules with their local bank branch to avoid last-minute inconvenience, especially when planning cheque-related or branch-based transactions.
Mahashivratri is observed as a bank holiday in several states. However, in 2026, Mahashivratri falls on February 15, which is already a Sunday. Since banks remain closed on Sundays, there is no additional bank holiday for Mahashivratri this year.
Even on bank holidays, customers can continue to access most digital services:
However, transactions involving cheques, demand drafts, and promissory notes will not be processed on RBI-declared holidays.
Yes. Despite February 1 being a Sunday, the Indian stock markets will open for a special trading session on Budget Day. Stock exchanges have confirmed that trading will take place during regular hours, from 9 am to 3:30 pm.
Knowing the RBI holiday schedule helps you plan branch visits, cash needs, cheque clearances, and business transactions. With multiple holidays falling close together in February 2026, early planning can save time and prevent delays.
If you rely heavily on branch services, marking these dates now can help you avoid unnecessary disruption.
