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June 2026 Bank Holidays: Check the Complete List Before Visiting Your Branch

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Mon Jun 01 18:59:07 IST 2026
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If you have important banking work scheduled for June 2026, it may be wise to check the holiday calendar before heading to your bank branch. According to the Reserve Bank of India's holiday schedule, banks in several cities will remain closed on multiple occasions during the month due to regional festivals, religious observances, and local celebrations.

Apart from festival-related holidays, banks across the country will also remain closed on all Sundays as well as the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. While digital banking services such as UPI, mobile banking, internet banking, and ATMs will continue to function normally, branch-based services may be unavailable on designated holidays.

Why Customers Should Plan Ahead

Many banking activities still require a physical branch visit, including:

  • Cheque deposits and clearance

  • Demand draft issuance

  • Passbook updates

  • Account-related documentation

  • Locker services

  • Certain loan-related formalities

Customers are advised to complete such tasks in advance, especially in cities where consecutive holidays could impact branch operations.

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Key Bank Holidays in June 2026 June 15 – YMA Day and Raja Sankranti

Banks will remain closed in specific regions due to local celebrations.

  • Banks in Aizawl will be closed on account of YMA Day.

  • Banking services in Bhubaneswar may remain affected due to Raja Sankranti celebrations.

These holidays are regional in nature and will not apply across the country.

June 25 – Muharram

Banks in Vijayawada will remain closed in observance of Muharram.

As this is a local holiday, banking operations in other cities are expected to continue normally.

June 26 – Muharram, Ashura and Yaum-e-Shahadat

This will be one of the most significant banking holidays of the month.

Bank branches are expected to remain closed in several major cities, including:

  • New Delhi

  • Mumbai

  • Bengaluru

  • Chennai

  • Hyderabad

  • Kolkata

  • Lucknow

  • Patna

  • Bhopal

  • Nagpur

  • Ranchi

  • Raipur

  • Jammu

  • Srinagar

  • Kanpur

  • Belapur

  • Agartala

  • Aizawl

Since a large number of bank branches will be closed, customers should complete urgent branch-related transactions before this date.

June 29 – Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti

Banks in Shimla will remain closed to mark Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti.

This holiday will be applicable only within the designated region.

June 30 – Remna Ni

Banks in Aizawl will remain closed due to the Remna Ni festival.

Customers in the region are advised to plan their branch visits accordingly.

Weekly Bank Holidays in June

Apart from festival-related closures, banks will also remain shut on regular weekly holidays.

Sundays

  • June 7

  • June 14

  • June 21

  • June 28

Second Saturday

  • June 13

Fourth Saturday

  • June 27

These holidays apply nationwide for most banks.

Aizawl Records the Highest Number of Bank Holidays

Among major cities, Aizawl is expected to witness the highest number of banking holidays during June 2026.

The city will observe:

  • Four Sunday holidays

  • Two Saturday holidays

  • YMA Day holiday on June 15

  • Muharram holiday on June 26

  • Remna Ni holiday on June 30

As a result, customers in the region may face more branch closures compared to many other cities.

Digital Banking Services Will Continue

Even when bank branches are closed, customers can continue using:

  • UPI services

  • Mobile banking apps

  • Internet banking

  • ATM withdrawals

  • Cash deposit machines

  • Online fund transfers

  • Bill payment platforms

Most digital services are available round the clock and remain unaffected by branch holidays.

Tips for Customers

To avoid inconvenience during the holiday period:

  • Check local holiday schedules before visiting a branch.

  • Complete important banking tasks in advance.

  • Use online banking services whenever possible.

  • Keep sufficient cash available if visiting areas with consecutive holidays.

  • Verify branch timings and holiday notifications through your bank's official website.

    • Final Takeaway

    June 2026 includes several regional and national bank holidays that could affect branch operations in different parts of the country. Customers planning to visit a bank for essential services should review the holiday calendar beforehand and make use of digital banking channels wherever possible.

    A little planning can help avoid last-minute disruptions and ensure smooth completion of important financial transactions throughout the month.

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