RBI Reference City: Bhubaneswar
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
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 January | Wed | Makar Sankranti / Magh Bihu | State |
| 23 January | Fri | Birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose / Vir Surendrasai Jayanti | Regional |
| 26 January | Mon | Republic Day | National |
March 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 March | Wed | Holi | State |
| 26 March | Thu | Ram Navami | 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 / Maha Vishuva Sankranti | State |
May 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Fri | May Day | State |
June 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 June | Mon | Raja Sankranti | Regional |
July 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 July | Thu | Ratha Yatra | Regional |
August 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 August | Sat | Independence Day | National |
September 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 September | Fri | Janmashtami | State |
| 14 September | Mon | Nuakhai / Ganesh Chaturthi | State |
October 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 October | Fri | Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 10 October | Sat | Mahashtami / Durga Puja | State |
| 17 October | Sat | Maha Saptami | State |
| 19 October | Mon | Dussehra / Maha Navami | State |
| 20 October | Tue | Vijaya Dashami | State |
December 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 December | Fri | Christmas | National |
All 20 Bank Holidays 2026 — Odisha at a Glance
| # | Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 January | Wed | Makar Sankranti / Magh Bihu | State |
| 2 | 23 January | Fri | Birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose / Vir Surendrasai Jayanti | Regional |
| 3 | 26 January | Mon | Republic Day | National |
| 4 | 4 March | Wed | Holi | State |
| 5 | 26 March | Thu | Ram Navami | State |
| 6 | 1 April | Wed | Annual Bank Closing | National |
| 7 | 3 April | Fri | Good Friday | State |
| 8 | 14 April | Tue | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti / Maha Vishuva Sankranti | State |
| 9 | 1 May | Fri | May Day | State |
| 10 | 15 June | Mon | Raja Sankranti | Regional |
| 11 | 16 July | Thu | Ratha Yatra | Regional |
| 12 | 15 August | Sat | Independence Day | National |
| 13 | 4 September | Fri | Janmashtami | State |
| 14 | 14 September | Mon | Nuakhai / Ganesh Chaturthi | State |
| 15 | 2 October | Fri | Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 16 | 10 October | Sat | Mahashtami / Durga Puja | State |
| 17 | 17 October | Sat | Maha Saptami | State |
| 18 | 19 October | Mon | Dussehra / Maha Navami | State |
| 19 | 20 October | Tue | Vijaya Dashami | State |
| 20 | 25 December | Fri | Christmas | National |
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.