India, Aug. 29 -- August 29, 2026, is the fifth Saturday of the month, and banks across India are open today. Under Reserve Bank of India (RBI) rules, bank branches are generally closed on the second and fourth Saturdays, while the first, third and fifth Saturdays are working days. However, customers should check with their local branch for any state-specific holiday or operational changes.

Why Are Banks Closed On Some Saturdays?

Banks observe holidays on the second and fourth Saturdays under RBI rules. Sundays are also regular bank holidays. The first, third and fifth Saturdays generally remain working days. However, festival and regional holidays can result in additional closures in specific states.

August 2026 Bank Holidays

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