Is November 1 a holiday? Since some states observe regional holidays on this day every year, many people are unsure whether today is a bank holiday or not. Here’s a look at where banks are open and where they remain closed.
Are Banks closed today?
According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) official holiday calendar, banks are closed today only in two states and not across the country. For the rest of the states, banks will function as usual for both public and private sector customers.
Banks are closed in Karnataka for Kannada Rajyotsava and in Uttarakhand for Igas-Bagwal festival. While banks in other states will work as usual.
Igas-Bagwal
Igas-Bagwal is a local festival celebrated in Uttarakhand, mainly in the Garhwal region, eleven days after Diwali. It is also known as Budhi Diwali or Harbodhni Ekadashi. People celebrate this day to mark the end of Lord Vishnu’s four-month rest period.
Karnataka Rajyotsava
Karnataka Rajyotsava also known as Karnataka State Day is a public holiday celebrated annually on November 1 in Karnataka.
What about Digital Banking Services?
Bank holiday today: Even though when banks close their in-branch services, the only services available 24X7 is their digital banking services. They will keep important digital banking services like ATMs, UPI, internet banking, and mobile apps running throughout. Customers should complete any in-person banking before the holiday to avoid problems.
When are Banks generally closed?
Banks are closed on weekends, as well as on national, regional, and religious festivals. These holiday dates may vary from state to state, as each state has its own bank holiday calendar. Therefore, if you’re planning to visit a bank on a particular day, be sure to check your state’s bank holiday list first to avoid any inconvenience.
Bank holidays November 2025: Full city-wise list
| Date | Occasion / Reason | States / Regions Affected | Day Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 1 | Kannada Rajyothsava; Igas-Bagwal (Budhi Deepawali) | Karnataka, Uttarakhand | Public Holiday |
| November 2 | Weekly holiday | Nationwide | Sunday |
| November 5 | Guru Nanak Jayanti, Kartika Purnima, Rahas Purnima | Most states across India | Public Holiday |
| November 6 | Nongkrem Dance Festival | Shillong (Meghalaya) | Regional Holiday |
| November 7 | Wangala Festival | Shillong (Meghalaya) | Regional Holiday |
| November 8 | Kanakadasa Jayanthi; Second Saturday | Bengaluru (Karnataka) | Bank Holiday |
| November 9 | Weekly holiday | Nationwide | Sunday |
| November 16 | Weekly holiday | Nationwide | Sunday |
| November 22 | Fourth Saturday | Nationwide | Bank Holiday |
| November 23 | Weekly holiday | Nationwide | Sunday |
| November 30 | Weekly holiday | Nationwide | Sunday |











