Banks To Remain Closed On A Few Days In The Next Two Weeks Banks across India will observe weekend and festival-related holidays over the next two weeks, while online banking services will continue to function normally. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has outlined a holiday schedule for the second half of May 2026, which includes regular weekend closures and a festival-related holiday. Customers are advised to plan branch visits for in-person services such as cash deposits, document submissions, locker access, or other transactions accordingly. The upcoming closures include the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, as well as Sundays, which are standard weekend holidays. Additionally, a festival-related holiday will be observed on May 27, 2026, coinciding with Bakrid or Eid al-Adha in many states. This date may vary slightly depending on regional observances and local RBI notifications, so customers are encouraged to confirm with their respective bank branches for state-specific details. Private and public sector banks, including major institutions like State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank, will remain closed on the following dates: May 23 (Saturday), May 24 (Sunday), May 27 (Wednesday), and May 31 (Sunday). These closures are part of the RBI’s holiday calendar, which ensures consistency across scheduled and non-scheduled banks. The holiday on May 27 may differ in some states, requiring customers to verify local applicability before planning visits. Under RBI guidelines, all banks in India are required to remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month, along with all Sundays. Branches typically operate on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays unless a public holiday is declared.#icici_bank #reserve_bank_of_india #hdfc_bank #state_bank_of_india #bakrid
