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Bank Holiday Alert: Banks to Remain Closed in Select States on July 16 and 17; Check the Full Holiday List
Branch services will be unavailable in a few states due to regional holidays, while online banking, UPI and ATM services will continue without interruption
If you are planning to visit your bank branch over the next two days, it is advisable to check the holiday schedule before heading out. According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) bank holiday calendar, bank branches will remain closed on July 16 and July 17, 2026, but only in certain states due to regional festivals and commemorative events.
The holidays are not applicable nationwide, so banking operations will continue normally in most parts of the country.
Here's a detailed look at where banks will remain closed.
Bank Holiday on July 16, 2026
On Thursday, July 16, bank branches will remain closed in the following states:
Uttarakhand
Banks across Uttarakhand will remain shut on account of Harela, a traditional festival celebrated across the state to mark the onset of the monsoon and agricultural season.
Odisha
Bank branches in Odisha will remain closed due to the Rath Yatra celebrations observed in several parts of the state.
Manipur
Banks in Manipur will also remain closed because of a local public holiday declared by the state government.
Other States
Except for the above-mentioned states, bank branches across the rest of India are expected to operate as usual.
Bank Holiday on July 17, 2026
On Friday, July 17, banks will remain closed only in:
Meghalaya
Bank branches in Meghalaya will observe a holiday on the occasion of U Tirot Sing Day, which commemorates the legacy of freedom fighter U Tirot Sing.
Other States
All other states and Union Territories are expected to continue normal banking operations on July 17.
Will Online Banking Be Available?
Yes. Although physical bank branches will remain closed in the affected states, customers can continue using digital banking services without interruption.
The following services will remain operational:
- UPI payments
- Internet banking
- Mobile banking apps
- NEFT, RTGS and IMPS transactions (subject to system timings where applicable)
- ATM cash withdrawals
- Cash Deposit Machines (CDMs)
- Debit and credit card transactions
Customers can complete most routine banking activities digitally without visiting a branch.
Plan Your Branch Visit in Advance
If you need to complete branch-related work such as:
- Cash deposits requiring teller assistance
- Demand draft issuance
- Locker operations
- Cheque clearance inquiries
- Document verification
- Account opening or KYC updates
it is advisable to schedule your visit on a working day if your state is observing a holiday.
Bank Holiday Summary
| Date | Day | States Where Banks Will Remain Closed | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 16, 2026 | Thursday | Uttarakhand | Harela Festival |
| July 16, 2026 | Thursday | Odisha | Rath Yatra |
| July 16, 2026 | Thursday | Manipur | Local Public Holiday |
| July 17, 2026 | Friday | Meghalaya | U Tirot Sing Day |
Before visiting your local branch, customers should verify the holiday schedule applicable to their state, as bank holidays vary across regions depending on local festivals and government notifications.
Disclaimer: Bank holidays are based on the RBI holiday calendar and state-specific notifications. Customers are advised to confirm the latest schedule with their respective bank before planning a branch visit.
