Do you know whether banks will be closed tomorrow, October 29th, for Karva Chauth? Here's a list of the cities where banks will be closed and where banking services will be available, according to the RBI holiday list.

Bank Holiday on Karwa Chauth 2026: Is Karwa Chauth a bank holiday?

Karwa Chauth is celebrated this year on Thursday, October 29th. Many offices will be closed on this day. So, if you're planning to visit the bank to complete any important work, be sure to check the holiday list first. If there's a bank holiday in your city, you may face difficulties.

Not all banks across the country will be closed on Karva Chauth. You can find out where banks will be closed, according to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) holiday calendar, here.

Where will banks be closed on Karva Chauth?
According to the RBI holiday list, only Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, will be closed on October 29th for Karva Chauth. This means that bank branches in Shimla will not operate as usual for customers. However, banks in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and other cities across the country will not be closed for Karva Chauth.

When else are banks closed in October?

After Shimla tomorrow, October 29th, banks in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, will be closed on Saturday, October 31st, on the occasion of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti. Bank holidays will then begin after the weekly holiday on November 1st.

Will I be able to withdraw money?

Even if your bank branch is closed in your city, many everyday banking tasks can still be performed online. UPI payments are possible even on holidays. You can send money using Google Pay, PhonePe, and other UPI apps, and even withdraw cash from ATMs.

What to do before going to the bank?

If you need to deposit a check, update your passbook, or perform any major cash-related tasks, it's best to complete them before the holiday. Banks aren't closed nationwide for Karva Chauth, so be sure to check the status in your city.