If you have important banking work such as cheque clearance, KYC updates or demand draft services, make sure to plan ahead as bank branches will remain closed on select days this week.

Customers planning to visit a bank branch this week should check the latest holiday schedule before heading out. According to the Reserve Bank of India's holiday calendar, banks will remain closed on specific dates due to regional festivals and regular weekend holidays.

While physical branches may remain shut in certain locations, digital banking services such as UPI, internet banking and mobile banking will continue to operate as usual.

Bank Holiday Schedule for This Week

July 22 (Wednesday) – Kharchi Puja

Banks will remain closed only in Agartala, Tripura, on the occasion of Kharchi Puja, an important regional festival celebrated in the state.

Customers in other parts of the country will not be affected by this holiday.

July 25 (Fourth Saturday)

As per RBI guidelines, all public sector, private sector and cooperative bank branches across India will remain closed on the fourth Saturday of the month.

July 26 (Sunday)

Banks across the country will remain closed due to the regular weekly Sunday holiday.

As a result, customers in Tripura will experience three bank holidays during the week (Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday), while most other states will observe the regular two-day weekend closure.

Why Is Kharchi Puja Celebrated?

Kharchi Puja is one of Tripura's most significant traditional festivals.

The week-long celebration is dedicated to the worship of the Fourteen Deities (Chaturdasha Devata) and is observed with religious ceremonies and cultural events. Because of its regional importance, RBI has listed it as an official bank holiday for Agartala.

Online Banking Services Will Continue

Although bank branches may remain closed, customers can continue using digital banking services without interruption.

The following services will remain available:

• UPI payments
• Internet banking
• Mobile banking applications
• IMPS fund transfers
• NEFT transactions
• RTGS services
• ATM cash withdrawals
• Debit and credit card payments

Customers can also pay utility bills, transfer funds, and check account balances through their bank's digital platforms.

Complete Important Banking Holiday List

Next Week's Banking Schedule

According to the RBI holiday calendar, no additional regional bank holidays are scheduled between July 27 and August 1.

This means bank branches are expected to function normally across the country during this period, except for the regular weekly holiday on Sunday, August 2.

Plan Your Branch Visit in Advance

Customers who need branch-specific services such as:

• Demand drafts
• KYC updates
• Cash deposits or withdrawals above digital limits
• Locker operations
• Cheque deposits or clearance
• Account opening or document verification

should complete these tasks before the scheduled holidays to avoid inconvenience.

Final Takeaway

Bank branches will remain closed on July 22 (Agartala only), July 25 (Fourth Saturday), and July 26 (Sunday). While customers in Tripura will see three holidays during the week, the rest of the country will observe the regular weekend closure.

Before visiting a bank, it is advisable to confirm your local branch's holiday schedule and make use of digital banking services wherever possible.

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