Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on July 26, 2025?

According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) rules, banks across India remain closed on Sundays, as well as the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, in addition to national and regional holidays. However, branches operate on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays, unless a national or regional holiday falls on one of those specific Saturdays.

Customers should note that regional bank holidays vary by state, depending on local festivals or official observances. So, while banks may remain open in one region, they could be closed in another due to a state-declared holiday on a Saturday.

Are banks open or closed today on July 26, 2025?

Bank branches will remain closed today, i.e., on July 26, 2025. This is because it is the fourth Saturday of the month. According to the RBI rules, banks are closed on the fourth Saturday of the month.

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Three-day bank holiday in this state

There will be a three-day bank holiday in Sikkim. Bank branches in Sikkim will be closed on Saturday (July 26), Sunday (July 27) and on Monday (July 28, 2025). Banks will be closed on Monday to celebrate Drukpa Tshe-zi. It is a Buddhist festival celebrated to observe Buddha’s first preaching of the Four Noble Truths at the deer park in Sarnath.

Digital banking options are available for banking transactions

Bank customers have the option to do banking transactions via digital channels provided they are registered for it. A bank customer should be registered for net banking and mobile banking options from the concerned bank. The digital banking enables instant fund transfers, bill payments, and real-time updates without needing to visit a branch. You can invest in mutual funds, buy insurance, or apply for loans directly from the banking app or internet portal.

Banks send real-time updates on money transactions, which enables bank customers to stay updated on bank account activity, due payments, and suspicious login attempts through SMS and app notifications.

Bank holidays in July 2025

Here is the RBI list for bank holidays in month of July 2025: