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Bank Holidays 2026 — Arunachal Pradesh

16 declared bank holidays for Arunachal Pradesh in 2026, as notified by the Reserve Bank of India under the Negotiable Instruments Act.

16
Total Holidays
5
National
5
State
6
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

DateDayHolidayType
1 JanuaryThuNew Year's DayRegional
14 JanuaryWedMagh Bihu / Makar SankrantiRegional
26 JanuaryMonRepublic DayNational

February 2026

DateDayHolidayType
20 FebruaryFriStatehood DayRegional

March 2026

DateDayHolidayType
4 MarchWedHoliRegional

April 2026

DateDayHolidayType
1 AprilWedAnnual Bank ClosingNational
3 AprilFriGood FridayState
14 AprilTueDr. Ambedkar Jayanti / Baisakhi / Bohag BihuState
15 AprilWedBohag Bihu 2nd DayRegional

May 2026

DateDayHolidayType
1 MayFriMay DayState

August 2026

DateDayHolidayType
15 AugustSatIndependence DayNational

October 2026

DateDayHolidayType
2 OctoberFriGandhi JayantiNational
19 OctoberMonDussehraState

November 2026

DateDayHolidayType
24 NovemberTueGuru Nanak JayantiState

December 2026

DateDayHolidayType
1 DecemberTueState Inauguration DayRegional
25 DecemberFriChristmasNational

All 16 Bank Holidays 2026 — Arunachal Pradesh at a Glance

#DateDayHolidayType
11 JanuaryThuNew Year's DayRegional
214 JanuaryWedMagh Bihu / Makar SankrantiRegional
326 JanuaryMonRepublic DayNational
420 FebruaryFriStatehood DayRegional
54 MarchWedHoliRegional
61 AprilWedAnnual Bank ClosingNational
73 AprilFriGood FridayState
814 AprilTueDr. Ambedkar Jayanti / Baisakhi / Bohag BihuState
915 AprilWedBohag Bihu 2nd DayRegional
101 MayFriMay DayState
1115 AugustSatIndependence DayNational
122 OctoberFriGandhi JayantiNational
1319 OctoberMonDussehraState
1424 NovemberTueGuru Nanak JayantiState
151 DecemberTueState Inauguration DayRegional
1625 DecemberFriChristmasNational

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bank holidays are there in Arunachal Pradesh in 2026?
There are 16 declared bank holidays in Arunachal Pradesh in 2026 — 5 national holidays, 5 state holidays, and 6 regional holidays. This count does not include 2nd & 4th Saturdays and Sundays, which are weekly offs.
Which city does RBI use as reference for Arunachal Pradesh bank holidays?
The Reserve Bank of India publishes bank holiday notifications for Arunachal Pradesh using Itanagar 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 Arunachal Pradesh. Banks use this day to close their annual accounts. Digital banking channels remain available.
Are banks open on 2nd and 4th Saturdays in Arunachal 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 Arunachal 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 Arunachal 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.