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Bank Holidays 2026 — Rajasthan

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

17
Total Holidays
5
National
12
State
0
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
26 JanuaryMonRepublic DayNational

March 2026

DateDayHolidayType
3 MarchTueHoliState
20 MarchFriEid-Ul-Fitr (Jumat-ul-Vida)State
21 MarchSatRamzan-IdState
27 MarchFriRam NavamiState
31 MarchTueMahavir JayantiState

April 2026

DateDayHolidayType
1 AprilWedAnnual Bank ClosingNational
14 AprilTueDr. Ambedkar Jayanti / BaisakhiState

May 2026

DateDayHolidayType
28 MayThuBakri Id (Id-Ul-Adha)State

August 2026

DateDayHolidayType
15 AugustSatIndependence DayNational
28 AugustFriRaksha BandhanState

September 2026

DateDayHolidayType
4 SeptemberFriJanmashtamiState

October 2026

DateDayHolidayType
2 OctoberFriGandhi JayantiNational
19 OctoberMonDussehraState

November 2026

DateDayHolidayType
9 NovemberMonDiwali / Laxmi PujaState
24 NovemberTueGuru Nanak JayantiState

December 2026

DateDayHolidayType
25 DecemberFriChristmasNational

All 17 Bank Holidays 2026 — Rajasthan at a Glance

#DateDayHolidayType
126 JanuaryMonRepublic DayNational
23 MarchTueHoliState
320 MarchFriEid-Ul-Fitr (Jumat-ul-Vida)State
421 MarchSatRamzan-IdState
527 MarchFriRam NavamiState
631 MarchTueMahavir JayantiState
71 AprilWedAnnual Bank ClosingNational
814 AprilTueDr. Ambedkar Jayanti / BaisakhiState
928 MayThuBakri Id (Id-Ul-Adha)State
1015 AugustSatIndependence DayNational
1128 AugustFriRaksha BandhanState
124 SeptemberFriJanmashtamiState
132 OctoberFriGandhi JayantiNational
1419 OctoberMonDussehraState
159 NovemberMonDiwali / Laxmi PujaState
1624 NovemberTueGuru Nanak JayantiState
1725 DecemberFriChristmasNational

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bank holidays are there in Rajasthan in 2026?
There are 17 declared bank holidays in Rajasthan in 2026 — 5 national holidays, 12 state holidays. This count does not include 2nd & 4th Saturdays and Sundays, which are weekly offs.
Which city does RBI use as reference for Rajasthan bank holidays?
The Reserve Bank of India publishes bank holiday notifications for Rajasthan using Jaipur 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 Rajasthan. Banks use this day to close their annual accounts. Digital banking channels remain available.
Are banks open on 2nd and 4th Saturdays in Rajasthan?
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 Rajasthan 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 Rajasthan — 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.