Banks Closed Today: Check State-Specific Holiday Calendar for Onam and Id-E-Milad Celebrations

Banks Closed Today: Check State-Specific Holiday Calendar for Onam and Id-E-Milad Celebrations​

Banks across several states are observing a public holiday today, August 26, 2026. This observance is due to the simultaneous celebration of both Onam and Id-E-Milad in various regions. Customers needing to conduct financial transactions or visit branches must verify their specific state's holiday status before proceeding.

Understanding the August Bank Holiday Observance​

Banks in India maintain a system that includes national, regional festivals, and designated banking holidays. Public holidays are also traditionally observed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. The current closure is specifically linked to Id-E-Milad/Baravafat/Milad-un-Nabi or Thiruvonam depending on the state's tradition.

Id-E-Milad, which translates to Mawlid, is a commemorative event celebrating the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad. Onam, an annual harvest and Hindu cultural festival, celebrates the legend of Mahabali, who once ruled Kerala and traditionally returns annually to visit his people.

States with Closed Banks on August 26, 2026​

A significant number of states have observed a closure today for these respective festivals. The banks in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Telangana, Manipur, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Jammu, and Srinagar are closed due to Id-E-Milad/Baravafat/Milad-un-Nabi (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad)/Thiruvonam.

The holiday calendar provided details the observance for various regions across August 2026. For instance, banks in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram are marked as closed on this date. Specific operational closures were designated throughout the month for regional festivals.

Detailed Observance of Festivals​

Onam is traditionally a harvest festival primarily celebrated by people in Kerala. It holds cultural significance, recalling the benevolent rule of King Mahabali. Id-E-Milad celebrations commemorate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad and are observed across multiple states as part of their religious traditions.

Customers are strongly advised to consult the official Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar before planning any visit to a bank branch for work requiring a physical presence. The detailed calendar shows varied closures across all major metropolitan areas, ensuring customers can check local regulations beforehand.