RBI Reference City: Vijayawada
Bank Holidays 2026 — Andhra Pradesh
22 declared bank holidays for Andhra Pradesh in 2026, as notified by the Reserve Bank of India under the Negotiable Instruments Act.
22
Total Holidays
5
National
16
State
1
Regional
Reminder: All 2nd and 4th Saturdays (approx. 24 days/year) and Sundays are weekly offs in addition to the holidays listed below. Internet banking, UPI, ATMs, and NEFT/RTGS remain available 24×7.
NationalStateRegional
January 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 January | Thu | Makara Sankranti / Pongal | State |
| 26 January | Mon | Republic Day | National |
March 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 March | Thu | Ugadi (Telugu New Year) | State |
| 20 March | Fri | Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id) | State |
| 31 March | Tue | Mahavir Jayanti | State |
April 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | Wed | Annual Bank Closing | National |
| 3 April | Fri | Good Friday | State |
| 14 April | Tue | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti / Ugadi | State |
May 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Fri | May Day / Labour Day | State |
| 26 May | Tue | Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam | Regional |
June 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 June | Thu | Muharram | State |
| 26 June | Fri | Muharram (2nd Day) | State |
August 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 August | Sat | Independence Day | National |
| 25 August | Tue | Milad-Un-Nabi | State |
| 26 August | Wed | Id-E-Milad (Prophet's Birthday) | State |
September 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 September | Fri | Krishna Jayanthi | State |
| 14 September | Mon | Ganesh Chaturthi | State |
| 15 September | Tue | Ganesh Chaturthi 2nd Day | State |
October 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 October | Fri | Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 19 October | Mon | Dussehra / Ayutha Pooja | State |
| 20 October | Tue | Vijaya Dashami | State |
December 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 December | Fri | Christmas | National |
All 22 Bank Holidays 2026 — Andhra Pradesh at a Glance
| # | Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15 January | Thu | Makara Sankranti / Pongal | State |
| 2 | 26 January | Mon | Republic Day | National |
| 3 | 19 March | Thu | Ugadi (Telugu New Year) | State |
| 4 | 20 March | Fri | Eid-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan Id) | State |
| 5 | 31 March | Tue | Mahavir Jayanti | State |
| 6 | 1 April | Wed | Annual Bank Closing | National |
| 7 | 3 April | Fri | Good Friday | State |
| 8 | 14 April | Tue | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti / Ugadi | State |
| 9 | 1 May | Fri | May Day / Labour Day | State |
| 10 | 26 May | Tue | Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam | Regional |
| 11 | 25 June | Thu | Muharram | State |
| 12 | 26 June | Fri | Muharram (2nd Day) | State |
| 13 | 15 August | Sat | Independence Day | National |
| 14 | 25 August | Tue | Milad-Un-Nabi | State |
| 15 | 26 August | Wed | Id-E-Milad (Prophet's Birthday) | State |
| 16 | 4 September | Fri | Krishna Jayanthi | State |
| 17 | 14 September | Mon | Ganesh Chaturthi | State |
| 18 | 15 September | Tue | Ganesh Chaturthi 2nd Day | State |
| 19 | 2 October | Fri | Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 20 | 19 October | Mon | Dussehra / Ayutha Pooja | State |
| 21 | 20 October | Tue | Vijaya Dashami | State |
| 22 | 25 December | Fri | Christmas | National |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bank holidays are there in Andhra Pradesh in 2026?
There are 22 declared bank holidays in Andhra Pradesh in 2026 — 5 national holidays, 16 state holidays, and 1 regional holidays. This count does not include 2nd & 4th Saturdays and Sundays, which are weekly offs.
Which city does RBI use as reference for Andhra Pradesh bank holidays?
The Reserve Bank of India publishes bank holiday notifications for Andhra Pradesh using Vijayawada as the reference city. Banks in the state follow these notifications.
Is April 1 a bank holiday in 2026?
Yes. April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) is the Annual Bank Closing Day for all banks across India, including those in Andhra Pradesh. Banks use this day to close their annual accounts. Digital banking channels remain available.
Are banks open on 2nd and 4th Saturdays in Andhra Pradesh?
No. Under the IBA bipartite settlement, all 2nd and 4th Saturdays are declared non-working days for banks across India. The 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays are working days (half-day in some banks). All Sundays are also off.
How do bank holidays affect NEFT and RTGS transfers?
NEFT is available 24×7 on all days including bank holidays and Sundays. RTGS operates 24×7 as well. However, same-day settlement for high-value cheques and some interbank transfers may be delayed on declared holidays.
Where can I find the official list of bank holidays?
The Reserve Bank of India publishes the official bank holiday list for Andhra Pradesh on its website under the 'Notifications' section. You can also check the holiday notice displayed at your bank's branch or its official website.
Do private sector banks follow the same holidays?
Yes. All scheduled commercial banks — public sector, private sector, and foreign banks operating in Andhra Pradesh — are required to observe the holidays declared by the RBI under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. However, some private banks may have additional closures for internal reasons.
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Disclaimer: Holiday data is compiled from RBI notifications and official state sources. Dates are subject to change based on subsequent RBI circulars or government orders. Always verify with your bank branch or the RBI official website before planning critical financial transactions.