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Bank Holidays 2026 — Odisha

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

20
Total Holidays
5
National
12
State
3
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
14 JanuaryWedMakar Sankranti / Magh BihuState
23 JanuaryFriBirthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose / Vir Surendrasai JayantiRegional
26 JanuaryMonRepublic DayNational

March 2026

DateDayHolidayType
4 MarchWedHoliState
26 MarchThuRam NavamiState

April 2026

DateDayHolidayType
1 AprilWedAnnual Bank ClosingNational
3 AprilFriGood FridayState
14 AprilTueDr. Ambedkar Jayanti / Maha Vishuva SankrantiState

May 2026

DateDayHolidayType
1 MayFriMay DayState

June 2026

DateDayHolidayType
15 JuneMonRaja SankrantiRegional

July 2026

DateDayHolidayType
16 JulyThuRatha YatraRegional

August 2026

DateDayHolidayType
15 AugustSatIndependence DayNational

September 2026

DateDayHolidayType
4 SeptemberFriJanmashtamiState
14 SeptemberMonNuakhai / Ganesh ChaturthiState

October 2026

DateDayHolidayType
2 OctoberFriGandhi JayantiNational
10 OctoberSatMahashtami / Durga PujaState
17 OctoberSatMaha SaptamiState
19 OctoberMonDussehra / Maha NavamiState
20 OctoberTueVijaya DashamiState

December 2026

DateDayHolidayType
25 DecemberFriChristmasNational

All 20 Bank Holidays 2026 — Odisha at a Glance

#DateDayHolidayType
114 JanuaryWedMakar Sankranti / Magh BihuState
223 JanuaryFriBirthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose / Vir Surendrasai JayantiRegional
326 JanuaryMonRepublic DayNational
44 MarchWedHoliState
526 MarchThuRam NavamiState
61 AprilWedAnnual Bank ClosingNational
73 AprilFriGood FridayState
814 AprilTueDr. Ambedkar Jayanti / Maha Vishuva SankrantiState
91 MayFriMay DayState
1015 JuneMonRaja SankrantiRegional
1116 JulyThuRatha YatraRegional
1215 AugustSatIndependence DayNational
134 SeptemberFriJanmashtamiState
1414 SeptemberMonNuakhai / Ganesh ChaturthiState
152 OctoberFriGandhi JayantiNational
1610 OctoberSatMahashtami / Durga PujaState
1717 OctoberSatMaha SaptamiState
1819 OctoberMonDussehra / Maha NavamiState
1920 OctoberTueVijaya DashamiState
2025 DecemberFriChristmasNational

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bank holidays are there in Odisha in 2026?
There are 20 declared bank holidays in Odisha in 2026 — 5 national holidays, 12 state holidays, and 3 regional holidays. This count does not include 2nd & 4th Saturdays and Sundays, which are weekly offs.
Which city does RBI use as reference for Odisha bank holidays?
The Reserve Bank of India publishes bank holiday notifications for Odisha using Bhubaneswar 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 Odisha. Banks use this day to close their annual accounts. Digital banking channels remain available.
Are banks open on 2nd and 4th Saturdays in Odisha?
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 Odisha 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 Odisha — 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.