India, Dec. 31 -- The holiday calendar for 2026 includes a mix of national observances, regional religious festivals, and the standard second and fourth Saturday closures that banks follow across India.

Online banking services will be available throughout the year to reduce day-to-day disruptions. But services like document verification, locker access, and cash handling - they require an in-person visit - will not be available on holidays. Below is a month-wise look at bank holidays in 2026, based on the official schedule.

The year opens with the usual weekend closures, followed by a national holiday.

January 10 (Saturday): Second Saturday

January 24 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday

January 26 (Monday): Republic Day

February includes a r...