Bank Holiday : Banks will Remain Closed on Friday, Know why RBI has Declared Holiday on 5th September

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Bank Holiday : According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) official holiday list, banks in several parts of the country will remain closed on Friday, September 5. The closure is due to two major festivals—Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi and Thiruvonam (Onam). Both public sector and private sector banks will not operate in states where these festivals are officially recognized as public holidays.

Therefore, before planning a visit to your nearest bank branch on this day, it is advisable to check whether your state has a holiday or not. In states where these festivals are not observed, banks will function as usual.

Significance of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi

Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, also known as Milad-un-Sharif or Barawafat, is one of the most important days for the Muslim community. It is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad. On this day, mosques and homes are decorated, special prayers and recitations from the Holy Quran are held, and many people engage in charitable activities to support the needy.

Thiruvonam (Onam) – Kerala’s Grand Festival

The day also coincides with Thiruvonam, the most significant day of Onam, which is Kerala’s biggest cultural and religious festival. Onam celebrations include traditional feasts, folk dances, music, and beautifully decorated floral carpets. It is a time of joy, family gatherings, and festivities across the state.

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Complete List of Bank Holidays in September 2025

Here is a detailed list of bank holidays in different parts of the country during September:

  • September 3 (Wednesday): Karma Puja – observed in Ranchi.
  • September 4 (Thursday): Onam celebrations – Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram.
  • September 5 (Friday): Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi / Thiruvonam – observed in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and several other cities.
  • September 6 (Saturday): Eid-e-Milad / Indrajatra – observed in Gangtok, Jammu, Raipur, and Srinagar.
  • September 12 (Friday): The Friday after Eid-e-Milad – observed in Jammu and Srinagar.
  • September 22 (Monday): Navratri Sthapana – observed in Jaipur.
  • September 23 (Tuesday): Maharaja Hari Singh Jayanti – observed in Jammu and Srinagar.
  • September 29 (Monday): Maha Saptami / Durga Puja – observed in Agartala, Gangtok, and Kolkata.

  • September 30 (Tuesday): Maha Ashtami / Durga Ashtami – observed in Agartala, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Kolkata, Patna, and Ranchi.

Regular Weekly Bank Closures

Apart from festival holidays, banks across the country will also remain closed on weekends as per the regular schedule. The dates are as follows:

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On these dates, banks will not offer offline services, but customers can continue using online banking, mobile banking apps, and ATMs for essential financial transactions.

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