Bank holiday next week: SBI, HDFC and other banks closed on these days

Bank holidays are important for customers who need to visit branches for cash deposits, cheque clearance, passbook updates, loan work, account opening, or other banking-related services.

Since banks in India follow both national and regional holiday schedules, customers are advised to keep track of closure dates to avoid inconvenience.

The RBI has listed multiple bank holidays in May 2026, including second Saturdays, fourth Saturdays, Sundays, and festival-related holidays observed in different states.

While physical branches remain shut during these holidays, digital banking services such as UPI, internet banking, mobile banking, and ATM facilities remain operational across the country.

With many people depending on branch banking services for financial transactions, knowing the holiday schedule in advance can help avoid delays and last-minute issues.

Bank Holidays Between May 18 And 24

Here are the upcoming bank holidays for next week:

Customers planning to visit bank branches are advised to complete important work before the weekend holidays begin.

Why Are Banks Closed These Days?

As per RBI guidelines, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks across India remain closed on:

• All Sundays

• Second Saturdays

• Fourth Saturdays

• National public holidays

• Certain regional and state-specific holidays

Meanwhile, banks usually remain operational on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays unless a separate holiday is declared.

Banking Services That May Be Affected

During bank holidays, branch-related services remain unavailable. These include:

• Cash deposits and withdrawals through counters

• Cheque clearance services

• Demand draft issuance

• Passbook updates

• Loan processing and documentation

• Account opening and KYC-related work

Customers are advised to complete these activities before the holiday period. Online Banking Services Will Continue Normally Although physical branches will remain closed, online banking services will continue without interruption.

Customers can still use:

• UPI services

• Mobile banking apps

• Internet banking

• ATM services

• Debit and credit cards

• NEFT and RTGS transfers

• Online bill payments and recharges

People can send and receive money, make payments, and perform most banking activities digitally even during holidays.

However, banks sometimes carry out scheduled maintenance work, which may temporarily affect online services. Banks generally inform customers in advance about such maintenance timings.

Bank Holidays May Differ Across States

Bank holidays in India are not always the same across every state. Some holidays are region-specific and depend on local festivals, cultural celebrations, and government notifications.

Because of this, customers should also confirm the holiday schedule with their local bank branch or check the RBI holiday list before planning important work.

Upcoming Bank Holidays In May 2026

Apart from the May 23 and May 24 closures, banks will also remain shut on the following dates:

Earlier this month, banks were also closed on May 1 for May Day and Buddha Purnima, along with the second Saturday holiday on May 9.

With several bank holidays lined up this month, customers are advised to plan their branch visits and important financial work in advance to avoid inconvenience.