Today is a bank holiday in India, with all banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), remaining closed. This is in line with the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) holiday schedule, which includes the second and fourth Saturdays of each month and all Sundays. As a result, banks will be closed today, September 27, and tomorrow, September 28, for the weekend.
The RBI has released the full bank holiday schedule for September 2025. Some of the notable holidays include September 18, when all private and public banks in Shillong will be closed for the Unitarian Anniversary Day; September 22, when banks in Jaipur will be shut for Navratra Sthapna; and September 23, when banks in Jammu and Srinagar will be closed for the birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji.
Additionally, there will be bank holidays on September 29 and 30 in several cities, including Agartala, Kolkata, and Guwahati, for Maha Saptami and Maha Ashtami/Durga Ashtami, respectively. Sundays, September 7, 14, 21, and 28, are also bank holidays, as are the second and fourth Saturdays, September 13 and 27.
In case of emergencies when banks are closed, customers can use online or mobile banking services, unless notified otherwise. ATMs are also open for withdrawals, and app and UPI services function as usual. The RBI and state governments create a list of holidays for banks, taking into account national and local occasions, operational requirements, religious celebrations, and other cultural observances.
It is essential for customers to be aware of the bank holiday schedule to plan their financial transactions accordingly. The RBI announces the holiday schedule through its official website and notifications to banks and other financial institutions. By checking the schedule in advance, customers can avoid any inconvenience caused by bank closures and make necessary arrangements for their financial needs.