Ram Navami 2026 Bank Holidays: Banks Closed for 3 Days This Week; NSE, BSE to Shut on March 26
With Ram Navami 2026 bank holidays approaching, it is important to plan your financial tasks in advance. Several bank branches across India will remain closed on multiple days due to festivals and scheduled weekly offs. Stock exchanges will also observe a shutdown on the occasion of Ram Navami, impacting trading activities.
Ram Navami 2026: Why Banks Will Remain Closed
Ram Navami, which marks the birth of Lord Ram, is celebrated with great devotion across the country. On this occasion, banks in many cities will remain closed, along with other financial institutions.
Since different regions observe the festival on slightly varying dates, closures are spread across multiple days, affecting banking services in several parts of India.
March 26, 2026: Bank Holiday for Ram Navami
On Thursday, March 26, banks will remain closed in several major cities due to Ram Navami celebrations.
Cities observing a bank holiday include:
Additionally, stock markets, including NSE and BSE, will remain closed for the day.
March 27, 2026: Holiday in Selected Cities
On Friday, March 27, some regions will observe Ram Navami (Chaite Dasain), leading to bank closures in select cities such as:
Bank customers in these cities should plan their visits accordingly.
March 28 and 29: Weekend Closures
March 28 (Fourth Saturday): Banks will remain closed nationwide
March 29 (Sunday): Mandatory weekly holiday
These regular closures further reduce the number of working days for banking services.
March 31, 2026: Mahavir Jayanti Bank Holiday
Banks will again remain shut on March 31 on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.
Closures will be observed in:
NSE and BSE to Remain Closed on March 26
Stock market investors should note that trading will be suspended on March 26 due to Ram Navami.
This may impact trading strategies and settlement schedules for investors.
Online Banking Services Will Continue
Despite multiple bank holidays, digital services will remain unaffected. Customers can continue to use:
These services ensure uninterrupted financial access even during holidays.
Plan Ahead to Avoid Last-Minute Hassles
With multiple Ram Navami 2026 bank holidays falling within a short period, it is advisable to complete important banking tasks in advance. Always check the RBI holiday calendar for city-specific closures before visiting your bank branch.
Proper planning can help you avoid delays and ensure smooth financial transactions during the festive period.
Ram Navami 2026: Why Banks Will Remain Closed
Ram Navami, which marks the birth of Lord Ram, is celebrated with great devotion across the country. On this occasion, banks in many cities will remain closed, along with other financial institutions.
Since different regions observe the festival on slightly varying dates, closures are spread across multiple days, affecting banking services in several parts of India.
March 26, 2026: Bank Holiday for Ram Navami
On Thursday, March 26, banks will remain closed in several major cities due to Ram Navami celebrations.
Cities observing a bank holiday include:
- Ahmedabad
- Aizawl
- Chandigarh
- Dehradun
- Jaipur
- Kanpur
- Mumbai, Nagpur, and Belapur
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Ranchi
- Shimla
Additionally, stock markets, including NSE and BSE, will remain closed for the day.
March 27, 2026: Holiday in Selected Cities
On Friday, March 27, some regions will observe Ram Navami (Chaite Dasain), leading to bank closures in select cities such as:
- Bhopal
- Bhubaneswar
- Gangtok
- Hyderabad
- Patna
- Vijayawada
Bank customers in these cities should plan their visits accordingly.
March 28 and 29: Weekend Closures
March 28 (Fourth Saturday): Banks will remain closed nationwide
March 29 (Sunday): Mandatory weekly holiday
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These regular closures further reduce the number of working days for banking services.
March 31, 2026: Mahavir Jayanti Bank Holiday
Banks will again remain shut on March 31 on the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti.
Closures will be observed in:
- New Delhi
- Mumbai, Nagpur, Belapur
- Ahmedabad
- Bengaluru
- Bhopal
- Chennai
- Jaipur
- Kanpur
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Patna
- Raipur
- Ranchi
NSE and BSE to Remain Closed on March 26
Stock market investors should note that trading will be suspended on March 26 due to Ram Navami.
- NSE and BSE: Fully closed
- MCX: Closed in the morning session, resumes in the evening
This may impact trading strategies and settlement schedules for investors.
Online Banking Services Will Continue
Despite multiple bank holidays, digital services will remain unaffected. Customers can continue to use:
- UPI payments
- Net banking
- Mobile banking apps
- Credit and debit card transactions
These services ensure uninterrupted financial access even during holidays.
Plan Ahead to Avoid Last-Minute Hassles
With multiple Ram Navami 2026 bank holidays falling within a short period, it is advisable to complete important banking tasks in advance. Always check the RBI holiday calendar for city-specific closures before visiting your bank branch.
Proper planning can help you avoid delays and ensure smooth financial transactions during the festive period.
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